Toronto, Kansas facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Toronto, Kansas
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Location within Woodson County and Kansas
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| Country | United States |
| State | Kansas |
| County | Woodson |
| Founded | 1869 |
| Incorporated | 1885 |
| Named for | Toronto, Ontario, Canada |
| Area | |
| • Total | 0.36 sq mi (0.94 km2) |
| • Land | 0.36 sq mi (0.94 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 958 ft (292 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 206 |
| • Density | 572/sq mi (219.1/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (CST) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
66777
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| Area code | 620 |
| FIPS code | 20-71050 |
| GNIS ID | 2397039 |
Toronto is a small city in Woodson County, Kansas, United States. It is located along the Verdigris River. In 2020, about 206 people lived there.
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History of Toronto, Kansas
Toronto was started in 1869. It was named after the much larger city of Toronto, Ontario, Canada.
Geography and Climate
Where is Toronto, Kansas?
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city covers a total area of about 0.36 square miles (0.94 square kilometers). All of this area is land.
What is the climate like?
The weather in Toronto, Kansas, has hot and humid summers. The 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".
Population and People
How many people live in Toronto?
The population of Toronto has changed over the years. Here's a look at how many people have lived there during different census counts:
| Historical population | |||
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1880 | 88 | — | |
| 1890 | 552 | 527.3% | |
| 1900 | 695 | 25.9% | |
| 1910 | 627 | −9.8% | |
| 1920 | 829 | 32.2% | |
| 1930 | 706 | −14.8% | |
| 1940 | 737 | 4.4% | |
| 1950 | 600 | −18.6% | |
| 1960 | 524 | −12.7% | |
| 1970 | 431 | −17.7% | |
| 1980 | 466 | 8.1% | |
| 1990 | 317 | −32.0% | |
| 2000 | 312 | −1.6% | |
| 2010 | 281 | −9.9% | |
| 2020 | 206 | −26.7% | |
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Facts from the 2010 Census
In 2010, there were 281 people living in Toronto. These people lived in 149 households. About 72 of these were families.
Most people living in Toronto in 2010 were White (96.4%). A small number were Native American or from other backgrounds. About 2.5% of the population was Hispanic or Latino.
The average age of people in the city was 53.5 years. About 17.4% of residents were under 18 years old. About 28.5% were 65 years old or older. The population was almost evenly split between males (50.9%) and females (49.1%).
Education in Toronto
The public schools in Toronto are part of the Eureka USD 389 school district. Toronto High School used to be open, and its mascot was the Trojans. However, it closed due to school unification.
Fun Things to Do
You can enjoy outdoor activities at Toronto Lake and Cross Timbers State Park. These places offer opportunities for recreation.
Famous People from Toronto
- John C. Woods, who was involved in the Nuremberg Trials, is buried in the Toronto Township Cemetery.
See also
In Spanish: Toronto (Kansas) para niños
