Sycamore, Kansas facts for kids
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Sycamore, Kansas
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 Sycamore, Kansas
Location in Kansas
Sycamore, Kansas
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Kansas |
| County | Montgomery |
| Elevation | 840 ft (260 m) |
| Population | |
| • Total | 70 |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (CST) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
67363
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| Area code | 620 |
| FIPS code | 20-69725 |
| GNIS ID | 2804501 |
Sycamore is a small community located in northern Montgomery County, Kansas, in the United States. It's known as a "census-designated place" (CDP). This means it's an area identified by the U.S. Census Bureau for statistical purposes. However, it is not officially a city or town with its own local government.
As of the 2020 census, about 70 people lived in Sycamore. You can find it along U.S. Route 75, just north of the city of Independence.
Sycamore's Early Days
Sycamore began when a railroad line was first built through this area. The community grew around this new transportation route.
The local post office was first set up in 1887. It was originally called "Lay." Later, in 1896, its name was changed to Sycamore. Today, it still has a post office with the ZIP code 67363.
Sycamore's Climate
The weather in Sycamore is known for its hot and humid summers. Winters are generally mild to cool. According to the Köppen Climate Classification system, Sycamore has a "humid subtropical climate." This type of climate is often shown as "Cfa" on climate maps.
Education in Sycamore
Students in the Sycamore community attend public schools. These schools are part of the Independence USD 446 public school district.
