New Albany, Kansas facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
New Albany, Kansas
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Location within Wilson County and Kansas
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| Country | United States |
| State | Kansas |
| County | Wilson |
| Founded | 1866 |
| Incorporated | 1907 |
| Named for | New Albany, Indiana |
| Area | |
| • Total | 0.18 sq mi (0.48 km2) |
| • Land | 0.18 sq mi (0.48 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 896 ft (273 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 57 |
| • Density | 317/sq mi (118.8/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (CST) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
66759
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| Area code | 620 |
| FIPS code | 20-50150 |
| GNIS ID | 475073 |
New Albany is a small city in Wilson County, Kansas, in the United States. As of the 2020 census, the city was home to 57 people. It's a quiet place with a rich history.
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A Look Back at New Albany's History
New Albany was founded in 1866. It was named after a city called New Albany, Indiana. The very first post office in New Albany opened in May 1866. This helped people send and receive mail, connecting the community. The city officially became an incorporated city in 1907.
Where is New Albany Located?
New Albany is located in the state of Kansas. You can find its exact spot using coordinates: 37 degrees, 34 minutes, 4 seconds North and 95 degrees, 56 minutes, 22 seconds West. This means it's in the northern and western parts of the world.
The city covers a total area of about 0.18 square miles (0.48 square kilometers). All of this area is land, meaning there are no large lakes or rivers within the city limits.
Who Lives in New Albany?
This section shares information about the people who live in New Albany. It looks at how the population has changed over time and what the community is like.
| Historical population | |||
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1880 | 232 | — | |
| 1910 | 213 | — | |
| 1920 | 223 | 4.7% | |
| 1930 | 150 | −32.7% | |
| 1940 | 165 | 10.0% | |
| 1950 | 152 | −7.9% | |
| 1960 | 104 | −31.6% | |
| 1970 | 59 | −43.3% | |
| 1980 | 78 | 32.2% | |
| 1990 | 60 | −23.1% | |
| 2000 | 73 | 21.7% | |
| 2010 | 56 | −23.3% | |
| 2020 | 57 | 1.8% | |
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Population in 2020
The 2020 United States census counted 57 people living in New Albany. There were 18 households and 13 families. The city had about 308 people per square mile.
Most of the people living in New Albany were white or European American. There were also people from Native American backgrounds and those of two or more races. Some residents were also of Hispanic or Latino heritage.
About 29.8% of the population was under 18 years old. About 17.5% were 65 years or older. The average age in the city was about 40.3 years.
Population in 2010
According to the census from 2010, there were 56 people living in New Albany. There were 23 households and 17 families. The population density was about 243 people per square mile.
Most of the people in 2010 were white. A small number were from two or more races. About 7.1% of the population was Hispanic or Latino.
About 23.2% of the residents were under 18 years old. About 21.4% were 65 years or older. The average age in the city was 46.5 years.
See also
In Spanish: New Albany (Kansas) para niños
