Uniontown, Kansas facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Uniontown, Kansas
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Location within Bourbon County and Kansas
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| Country | United States |
| State | Kansas |
| County | Bourbon |
| Incorporated | 1895 |
| Named for | Union |
| Area | |
| • Total | 0.21 sq mi (0.55 km2) |
| • Land | 0.21 sq mi (0.55 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 889 ft (271 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 293 |
| • Density | 1,400/sq mi (533/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (CST) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
66779
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| Area code | 620 |
| FIPS code | 20-72525 |
| GNIS ID | 2397088 |
Uniontown is a small city in Bourbon County, Kansas, United States. In 2020, about 293 people lived there. It's a quiet place with a rich history.
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History of Uniontown
Uniontown started as a post office in 1856. It was about two miles east of where it is now. Around 1865, the town moved to its current spot. The early people who settled here were very loyal to the Union side during the American Civil War. This is why they chose the name "Uniontown." For many years, the town was served by the Missouri Pacific Railroad.
Geography and Climate
Uniontown is located right next to the Marmaton River. This river is an important part of the local landscape.
How Big is Uniontown?
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city covers a total area of about 0.22 square miles (0.55 square kilometers). All of this area is land.
Uniontown's Weather
The weather in Uniontown 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 labeled as "Cfa."
Population Over Time
Uniontown's population has changed over the years. Here's a look at how many people have lived there during different census years:
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1880 | 136 | — | |
| 1890 | 344 | 152.9% | |
| 1900 | 293 | −14.8% | |
| 1910 | 256 | −12.6% | |
| 1920 | 300 | 17.2% | |
| 1930 | 298 | −0.7% | |
| 1940 | 277 | −7.0% | |
| 1950 | 232 | −16.2% | |
| 1960 | 211 | −9.1% | |
| 1970 | 286 | 35.5% | |
| 1980 | 371 | 29.7% | |
| 1990 | 290 | −21.8% | |
| 2000 | 288 | −0.7% | |
| 2010 | 272 | −5.6% | |
| 2020 | 293 | 7.7% | |
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Education in Uniontown
The Uniontown USD 235 public school district serves the community. This means students in Uniontown go to schools within this district.
The Life in a Jar Project
In 1999, something amazing happened at the local high school. Four students started a project called "Life in a Jar." They wanted to honor Irena Sendler. She was a brave Polish woman who saved over 2,500 Jewish children during World War II. She rescued them from the Warsaw Ghetto.
This school project became famous around the world. It helped share a little-known story of incredible heroism. It showed how a small group of students could make a big difference.
See also
- In Spanish: Uniontown (Kansas) para niños
