Osage City, Kansas facts for kids
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Osage City, Kansas
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Aerial view of Osage City (2013)
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Location within Osage County and Kansas
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| Country | United States | |
| State | Kansas | |
| County | Osage | |
| Founded | 1860s | |
| Platted | 1869 | |
| Incorporated | 1872 | |
| Named for | Osage Nation | |
| Government | ||
| • Type | Mayor–Council | |
| Area | ||
| • Total | 3.23 sq mi (8.36 km2) | |
| • Land | 3.15 sq mi (8.15 km2) | |
| • Water | 0.08 sq mi (0.20 km2) | |
| Elevation | 1,086 ft (331 m) | |
| Population
(2020)
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| • Total | 2,861 | |
| • Density | 885.8/sq mi (342.22/km2) | |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (CST) | |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) | |
| ZIP code |
66523
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| Area code | 785 | |
| FIPS code | 20-53200 | |
| GNIS ID | 479288 | |
Osage City is a city located in Osage County, Kansas, in the United States. In 2020, about 2,861 people lived there. The city is named after the Osage Nation, a Native American tribe.
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History of Osage City
Osage City was first planned out in late 1869. This happened after the route for the Atchison, Topeka and Santa Fe Railway was decided. The city officially became a city in April 1872.
Coal Mining in Osage City
In the 1800s, Osage City was a very busy town because of its coal mines. The first coal mines opened in the summer of 1870. They were started by the Osage Carbon, Coal & Mining Company. At one point, there were 28 mine shafts, and 1,200 men worked in them.
Geography and Climate
Osage City is located in Kansas. It covers a total area of about 3.29 square miles (8.52 square kilometers). Most of this area is land, with a small part being water.
What is the Climate Like in Osage City?
The weather in Osage City has hot and humid summers. The winters are usually mild to cool. This type of weather is called a humid subtropical climate.
People of Osage City
Osage City is part of the larger Topeka area. This means it's connected to the economy and community of Topeka.
Population Changes Over Time
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1880 | 2,098 | — | |
| 1890 | 3,469 | 65.3% | |
| 1900 | 2,792 | −19.5% | |
| 1910 | 2,432 | −12.9% | |
| 1920 | 2,376 | −2.3% | |
| 1930 | 2,402 | 1.1% | |
| 1940 | 2,079 | −13.4% | |
| 1950 | 1,919 | −7.7% | |
| 1960 | 2,213 | 15.3% | |
| 1970 | 2,600 | 17.5% | |
| 1980 | 2,667 | 2.6% | |
| 1990 | 2,689 | 0.8% | |
| 2000 | 3,034 | 12.8% | |
| 2010 | 2,943 | −3.0% | |
| 2020 | 2,861 | −2.8% | |
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The population of Osage City has changed over many years. The table shows how many people lived in the city during different census years.
Who Lives in Osage City? (2020 Census)
In 2020, the 2020 United States census counted 2,861 people living in Osage City. Most people (about 92.5%) were white. A small number of people were from other racial backgrounds. About 3.8% of the population identified as Hispanic or Latino.
There were 1,210 households in the city. About 27.7% of these households had children under 18. Many households (42.5%) were married couples. The average household had 2.2 people. The average family had 2.7 people.
The median age of people in Osage City was 41.9 years. This means half the people were younger than 41.9 and half were older. About 24% of the population was under 18 years old.
Economy and Jobs
Norseman Plastics is a company located in Osage City. In 2008, another company called Orbis bought Norseman Plastics. They then changed its name.
Education in Osage City
Students in Osage City go to schools in the Osage City USD 420 public school district. This district serves the community's educational needs.
Transportation Around Osage City
Highway K-31 goes right through Osage City. Another important road, U.S. Route 56, is about 1 mile (1.6 km) north of the city. The closest exit for the Kansas Turnpike is about 10 miles (16 km) west of Osage City.
Osage City was also on the National Old Trails Road. This historic road was also known as the Ocean-to-Ocean Highway. It was created in 1912.
Famous People from Osage City
- C. D. Batchelor – a political editorial cartoonist
- Michael P. Ryan – a Marine Major General
- Blake Treinen – a professional baseball player
See also
In Spanish: Osage City (Kansas) para niños
