Ransom, Kansas facts for kids
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Ransom, Kansas
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Location within Ness County and Kansas
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| Country | United States |
| State | Kansas |
| County | Ness |
| Founded | 1880s |
| Incorporated | 1905 |
| Named for | Thomas Ransom |
| Area | |
| • Total | 0.35 sq mi (0.91 km2) |
| • Land | 0.35 sq mi (0.91 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 2,517 ft (767 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 260 |
| • Density | 743/sq mi (286/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (CST) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
67572
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| Area code | 785 |
| FIPS code | 20-58500 |
| GNIS ID | 2396321 |
Ransom is a small city located in Ness County, Kansas, in the United States. In 2020, about 260 people lived there. It's a quiet place with a rich history.
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History of Ransom
Ransom was named after a person called Thomas E. G. Ransom. The first post office opened in 1887. It was first called Ogdensburgh for a short time. In 1888, its name changed to Ransom. The town officially became a city in 1905.
Geography and Climate
Ransom covers a total area of about 0.32 square miles (0.83 square kilometers). All of this area is land.
Understanding Ransom's Climate
The weather in Ransom has hot and humid summers. Winters are usually mild to cool. This type of weather is known as a humid subtropical climate. On climate maps, you might see it labeled as "Cfa." This means it has warm, moist summers.
Population Changes in Ransom
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1910 | 204 | — | |
| 1920 | 285 | 39.7% | |
| 1930 | 431 | 51.2% | |
| 1940 | 403 | −6.5% | |
| 1950 | 405 | 0.5% | |
| 1960 | 387 | −4.4% | |
| 1970 | 416 | 7.5% | |
| 1980 | 448 | 7.7% | |
| 1990 | 386 | −13.8% | |
| 2000 | 338 | −12.4% | |
| 2010 | 294 | −13.0% | |
| 2020 | 260 | −11.6% | |
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Ransom's Population in 2020
The 2020 United States census counted 260 people living in Ransom. There were 117 households and 57 families. Most residents, about 96%, were white. A small number of people were from two or more races or Asian. About 3% of the population was Hispanic or Latino.
Many households (42.7%) were married couples. Some households (14.5%) had children under 18. About half of all households (49.6%) had just one person living there. The average age in Ransom was 58.4 years.
Ransom's Population in 2010
In the census of 2010, Ransom had 294 people. There were 129 households. Most people (99.3%) were White. A very small number (0.7%) were from two or more races. Also, 0.7% of the population was Hispanic or Latino.
About 25% of households had children under 18. Many households (51.2%) were married couples. The average age in the city was 52.7 years. About 36% of residents were 65 years or older.
Education in Ransom
Public Schools and Districts
The public schools in Ransom are part of the Western Plains USD 106 school district. The high school team mascot is the Bobcats. Ransom High School used to be a separate school. It closed when it joined with Bazine USD 304 in 2004. This created the USD 106 district. The Ransom Longhorns, the former high school team, won state championships in Track & Field in 1972 and 1999.
Community Library
Ransom also has its own public library. It is called the Ransom Public Library.
Notable People from Ransom
- Nolan Cromwell – A former NFL player and coach. He graduated from Ransom High in 1973.
- Ruth Riley – A professional basketball player.
See also
In Spanish: Ransom (Kansas) para niños
