Sun City, Kansas facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Sun City, Kansas
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Location within Barber County and Kansas
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| Country | United States |
| State | Kansas |
| County | Barber |
| Founded | 1872 |
| Incorporated | 1919 |
| Area | |
| • Total | 0.14 sq mi (0.37 km2) |
| • Land | 0.14 sq mi (0.37 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 1,677 ft (511 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 37 |
| • Density | 264/sq mi (100.0/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (CST) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
67143
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| Area code | 620 |
| FIPS code | 20-69275 |
| GNIS ID | 2396004 |
Sun City is a small city located in Barber County, Kansas, United States. It sits along the Medicine Lodge River. In 2020, the city had a population of 37 people.
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History of Sun City
Sun City was first started in 1872. The very first post office in the area opened in August 1873. This helped people send and receive mail. The city was officially made a town in 1919.
Geography and Climate
Sun City covers a total area of about 0.14 square miles (0.37 square kilometers). All of this area is land. There are no large bodies of water within the city limits.
Understanding Sun City's Climate
The weather in Sun City is known for its hot and humid summers. Winters are usually mild to cool. This type of weather is called a humid subtropical climate. On climate maps, you might see it marked as "Cfa". This means it gets enough rain all year round.
Population Changes in Sun City
The number of people living in Sun City has changed a lot over the years. Here's a look at the population from different census counts:
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1880 | 81 | — | |
| 1930 | 404 | — | |
| 1940 | 305 | −24.5% | |
| 1950 | 231 | −24.3% | |
| 1960 | 188 | −18.6% | |
| 1970 | 119 | −36.7% | |
| 1980 | 85 | −28.6% | |
| 1990 | 88 | 3.5% | |
| 2000 | 81 | −8.0% | |
| 2010 | 53 | −34.6% | |
| 2020 | 37 | −30.2% | |
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What the 2010 Census Showed
In 2010, there were 53 people living in Sun City. These people lived in 23 different homes. About 16 of these homes were families. The city had about 378 people per square mile. There were 48 housing units in total.
All of the people living in Sun City in 2010 were White. About 21.7% of homes had children under 18. Most homes (65.2%) were married couples. About 30.4% of homes had only one person living there. Some of these were people aged 65 or older. The average home had 2.30 people. The average family had 2.75 people.
The average age of people in Sun City was 48.5 years. About 17% of residents were under 18. About 15.1% were between 18 and 24. Most people (39.6%) were between 45 and 64 years old. The city had slightly more males (50.9%) than females (49.1%).
More Information About Sun City
- Sun City - Directory of Public Officials: https://www.lkm.org/members/?id=41261061
- USD 254, the local school district for Sun City
- Sun City History from Barber County, Kansas: History and Genealogy.
- Sun City map, provided by the Kansas Department of Transportation (KDOT)
See also
In Spanish: Sun City (Kansas) para niños
