Perry, Kansas facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
City of Perry, Kansas
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Downtown Perry (2024)
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Location within Jefferson County and Kansas
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| Country | United States |
| State | Kansas |
| County | Jefferson |
| Founded | 1865 |
| Incorporated | 1871 |
| Named for | John Perry |
| Area | |
| • Total | 0.76 sq mi (1.97 km2) |
| • Land | 0.75 sq mi (1.94 km2) |
| • Water | 0.01 sq mi (0.03 km2) |
| Elevation | 853 ft (260 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 852 |
| • Density | 1,121/sq mi (432.5/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (CST) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
66073
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| Area code | 785 |
| FIPS code | 20-55450 |
| GNIS ID | 478809 |
Perry is a city located in Jefferson County, Kansas, United States. In 2020, about 852 people lived in the city.
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A Look Back at Perry's History
Perry started in 1865 when a railroad was built nearby. It was named after John D. Perry, who was the president of the Kansas Pacific Railroad. The first post office opened in Perry in October 1866.
Geography of Perry
Where is Perry Located?
Perry is found at these coordinates: 39°4′32″N 95°23′31″W / 39.07556°N 95.39194°W. The city covers about 0.77 square miles (1.99 square kilometers). All of this area is land.
What is Perry's Climate Like?
The weather in Perry has hot, humid summers. Winters are usually mild to cool. This type of weather is called a humid subtropical climate. On climate maps, it is shown as "Cfa".
People of Perry
How Many People Live in Perry?
Here's how Perry's population has changed over the years:
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1870 | 403 | — | |
| 1880 | 319 | −20.8% | |
| 1900 | 464 | — | |
| 1910 | 400 | −13.8% | |
| 1920 | 481 | 20.3% | |
| 1930 | 418 | −13.1% | |
| 1940 | 392 | −6.2% | |
| 1950 | 399 | 1.8% | |
| 1960 | 495 | 24.1% | |
| 1970 | 664 | 34.1% | |
| 1980 | 907 | 36.6% | |
| 1990 | 881 | −2.9% | |
| 2000 | 901 | 2.3% | |
| 2010 | 929 | 3.1% | |
| 2020 | 852 | −8.3% | |
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Perry is part of the larger Topeka area.
Who Lives in Perry?
In 2020, the 2020 United States census counted 852 people in Perry. Most residents, about 90%, were white. Other groups included African American, Native American, and Asian people. Some residents identified with two or more races. About 4% of the population was Hispanic or Latino.
The average age in Perry in 2020 was 43.4 years. About 22% of the people were under 18 years old.
Education in Perry
The public schools in Perry are part of the Perry–Lecompton USD 343 school district. This district was formed in 1970. It combined schools from Perry and Lecompton.
Perry-Lecompton High School is located in Perry. The school mascot is the Kaws. Before 1970, the Perry High School mascot was also the Kaws.
Fun Things to Do in Perry
- Perry Lake and Perry State Park are great places to visit.
- The area was affected by the Great Flood of 1951.
See also
In Spanish: Perry (Kansas) para niños
