Zurich, Kansas facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Zurich, Kansas
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Zurich Community Center est 1930
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Location within Rooks County and Kansas
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| Country | United States |
| State | Kansas |
| County | Rooks |
| Founded | 1870s |
| Incorporated | 1946 |
| Named for | Zurich, Switzerland |
| Area | |
| • Total | 0.18 sq mi (0.47 km2) |
| • Land | 0.18 sq mi (0.47 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 2,215 ft (675 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 89 |
| • Density | 494/sq mi (189.4/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (CST) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
67663
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| Area code | 785 |
| FIPS code | 20-81025 |
| GNIS ID | 2397404 |
Zurich is a small city located in Rooks County, Kansas, in the United States. In 2020, the city had a population of 89 people.
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History of Zurich, Kansas
Zurich was founded in the late 1870s on the plains of northwest Kansas. In 1880, John and Armenda Webb, who were from Zurich, Switzerland, applied to name the local post office after their hometown. Their request was approved, and Armenda Webb became the first postmistress, running the post office from her home.
In 1888, the Union Pacific Railroad built a train line through western Kansas. This line passed just south of Zurich, and a train depot was built there.
Fires and Community Spirit
Zurich faced challenges from fires in the early 1900s. In 1918, a large fire destroyed most of the businesses on the west side of Main Street. Just three years later, another fire damaged the post office, a creamery, and a store at the north end of Main Street.
Despite these setbacks, the community showed great spirit. In the 1920s, a popular saying in Zurich was "Zurich It’s Never Idle." This phrase was even displayed on car radiators. It was later used as the slogan for Zurich's centennial celebration in 1980.
The post office in Zurich eventually closed in 1996.
Geography and Location
Zurich is a small city in terms of area. According to the United States Census Bureau, the city covers about 0.17 square miles (0.44 square kilometers), and all of it is land.
Population and People
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1950 | 186 | — | |
| 1960 | 244 | 31.2% | |
| 1970 | 189 | −22.5% | |
| 1980 | 185 | −2.1% | |
| 1990 | 151 | −18.4% | |
| 2000 | 126 | −16.6% | |
| 2010 | 99 | −21.4% | |
| 2020 | 89 | −10.1% | |
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The population of Zurich has changed over the years. In 1950, there were 186 people living there. By 2020, the population was 89.
2010 Census Information
In 2010, there were 99 people living in Zurich. These people lived in 46 households, and 24 of these were families. The city had about 582 people per square mile.
Most of the people living in Zurich in 2010 were White (99.0%). About 19.6% of households had children under 18. The average age of people in Zurich was 42.8 years old.
Education in Zurich
The public schools in Zurich are part of the Palco USD 269 school district. This district has two schools:
Zurich High School joined with Palco High School in 1955. Later, Zurich grade school closed in 1977. The mascot for Zurich grade school was the Wildcats.
Images for kids
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Zurich Community Center, established 1930
See also
In Spanish: Zurich (Kansas) para niños
