Park, Kansas facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Park, Kansas
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Water tower and grain storage facilities (2008)
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Location within Gove County and Kansas
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| Country | United States |
| State | Kansas |
| County | Gove |
| Founded | 1870s |
| Incorporated | 1950 |
| Named for | Buffalo Park |
| Area | |
| • Total | 0.32 sq mi (0.82 km2) |
| • Land | 0.32 sq mi (0.82 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 2,746 ft (837 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 112 |
| • Density | 350/sq mi (136.6/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (CST) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
67751
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| Area code | 785 |
| FIPS code | 20-54400 |
| GNIS ID | 2396143 |
| Website | Info |
Park is a small city located in Gove County, Kansas, in the United States. It is a quiet place with a friendly community. In 2020, about 112 people lived there.
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A Look at Park's History
The area where Park is now was first settled in the late 1870s. It was originally known as Buffalo Park. Later, in 1898, postal officials decided to shorten the name to just Park.
Where is Park Located?
Park is found in the western part of Kansas. It covers a small area of land, about 0.32 square miles (0.82 square kilometers). This means it's a very compact city.
Park's Climate and Weather
The weather in Park is usually warm and humid in the summer. Winters are generally mild, meaning they are not too cold. This type of weather is called a humid subtropical climate.
Who Lives in Park?
Park is a small community. The number of people living there has changed over the years. Here's a quick look at how the population has grown and shrunk:
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1950 | 223 | — | |
| 1960 | 218 | −2.2% | |
| 1970 | 178 | −18.3% | |
| 1980 | 183 | 2.8% | |
| 1990 | 150 | −18.0% | |
| 2000 | 151 | 0.7% | |
| 2010 | 126 | −16.6% | |
| 2020 | 112 | −11.1% | |
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Park's Population in 2020
In 2020, there were 112 people living in Park. Most of the people were white. A small number of people were from other racial backgrounds. About 4% of the population identified as being from two or more races.
There were 51 households in the city. Many of these were families, including married couples. Some households had children under 18. The average household had about two people.
The age of people in Park varied. About 21% of the population was under 18 years old. About 24% were 65 years or older. The average age in Park was around 48 years old.
Park's Population in 2010
In 2010, Park had 126 residents. The majority of people were white. A small percentage were Native American or Asian. About 1.6% of the population was of Hispanic or Latino background.
There were 63 households in 2010. Many households were made up of single individuals. About 22% of households had someone living alone who was 65 or older.
The median age in 2010 was 48.3 years. About 20% of residents were under 18. About 21% were 65 or older. The city had slightly more females than males.
See also
In Spanish: Park (Kansas) para niños
