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'''Conway Springs''' is a city in [[Sumner County, Kansas|Sumner County]], [[Kansas]], United States. As of the [[2010 United States Census|2010 census]], the city population was 1,272.<ref name="Census2010">{{cite web|title=2010 City Population and Housing Occupancy Status |url=http://factfinder2.census.gov/faces/tableservices/jsf/pages/productview.xhtml?pid=DEC_10_PL_GCTPL2.ST13&prodType=table |publisher=U.S. Census Bureau |accessdate=March 6, 2011 |url-status=dead |archiveurl=https://web.archive.org/web/20110721034521/http://factfinder2.census.gov/faces/tableservices/jsf/pages/productview.xhtml?pid=DEC_10_PL_GCTPL2.ST13&prodType=table |archivedate=July 21, 2011 }}</ref>
'''Conway Springs''' is a city in [[Sumner County, Kansas|Sumner County]], [[Kansas]], United States.<ref name="GNIS"/> As of the [[2020 United States census|2020 census]], the population of the city was 1,086.<ref name="Census-2020-Profile">{{cite web |title=Profile of Conway Springs, Kansas in 2020 |url=https://data.census.gov/cedsci/profile?g=1600000US2015325 |publisher=United States Census Bureau |access-date=April 4, 2022 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20220404083912/https://data.census.gov/cedsci/profile?g=1600000US2015325 |archive-date=April 4, 2022 |url-status=live}}</ref>


==History==
==History==
Conway Springs was founded in 1884. Its name is derived from both Conway Township and a [[mineral spring]] nearby.<ref>{{cite book | url=https://archive.org/details/bub_gb_5zdAAQAAMAAJ | title=Biennial Report of the Board of Directors of the Kansas State Historical Society | publisher=Kansas State Printing Plant | author=Kansas State Historical Society | year=1916 | pages=[https://archive.org/details/bub_gb_5zdAAQAAMAAJ/page/n413 306]}}</ref>
Conway Springs was founded in 1884. Its name is derived from both Conway Township and a [[mineral spring]] nearby.<ref>{{cite book | url=https://archive.org/details/bub_gb_5zdAAQAAMAAJ | title=Biennial Report of the Board of Directors of the Kansas State Historical Society | publisher=Kansas State Printing Plant | author=Kansas State Historical Society | year=1916 | pages=[https://archive.org/details/bub_gb_5zdAAQAAMAAJ/page/n413 306]}}</ref>


Captain Hiram Cranmer built the first home in Conway Springs.<ref>{{Cite book|title=Conway Springs - Memories of the First 100 Years|last=|first=|publisher=Taylor Publishing Company|year=1984|isbn=|location=|pages=6}}</ref>
Captain Hiram Cranmer built the first home in Conway Springs.<ref>{{Cite book|title=Conway Springs - Memories of the First 100 Years|publisher=Taylor Publishing Company|year=1984|pages=6}}</ref>


==Geography==
==Geography==
Conway Springs is located at {{coord|37|23|22|N|97|38|40|W|type:city}} (37.389546, -97.644332).<ref name="GR1">{{cite web|url=https://www.census.gov/geo/www/gazetteer/gazette.html|publisher=[[United States Census Bureau]]|accessdate=2011-04-23|date=2011-02-12|title=US Gazetteer files: 2010, 2000, and 1990}}</ref> According to the [[United States Census Bureau]], the city has a total area of {{convert|0.82|sqmi|sqkm|2}}, all of it land.<ref name="Gazetteer files">{{cite web |title=US Gazetteer files 2010 |url=https://www.census.gov/geo/www/gazetteer/files/Gaz_places_national.txt |publisher=[[United States Census Bureau]] |accessdate=2012-07-06 |url-status=dead |archiveurl=https://web.archive.org/web/20120125061959/http://www.census.gov/geo/www/gazetteer/files/Gaz_places_national.txt |archivedate=2012-01-25 }}</ref>
According to the [[United States Census Bureau]], the city has a total area of {{convert|0.82|sqmi|sqkm|2}}, all of it land.<ref name="Gazetteer files">{{cite web |title=US Gazetteer files 2010 |url=https://www.census.gov/geo/www/gazetteer/files/Gaz_places_national.txt |publisher=[[United States Census Bureau]] |access-date=2012-07-06 |url-status=dead |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20120125061959/http://www.census.gov/geo/www/gazetteer/files/Gaz_places_national.txt |archive-date=2012-01-25 }}</ref>


===Climate===
===Climate===
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===2010 census===
===2010 census===
As of the [[census]]<ref name ="FactFinder">{{cite web|title=American FactFinder|url=http://factfinder2.census.gov/faces/nav/jsf/pages/index.xhtml|publisher=[[United States Census Bureau]]|accessdate=2012-07-06}}</ref> of 2010, there were 1,272 people, 450 households, and 313 families living in the city. The [[population density]] was {{convert|1551.2|PD/sqmi|PD/km2|1}}. There were 506 housing units at an average density of {{convert|617.1|/sqmi|/km2|1}}. The racial makeup of the city was 96.6% [[White (U.S. Census)|White]], 0.6% [[African American (U.S. Census)|African American]], 0.6% [[Native American (U.S. Census)|Native American]], 0.4% from [[Race (U.S. Census)|other races]], and 1.9% from two or more races. [[Hispanic (U.S. Census)|Hispanic]] or [[Latino (U.S. Census)|Latino]] of any race were 2.1% of the population.
As of the [[census]]<ref name ="wwwcensusgov">{{cite web|title=U.S. Census website|url=https://www.census.gov|publisher=[[United States Census Bureau]]|access-date=2012-07-06}}</ref> of 2010, there were 1,272 people, 450 households, and 313 families living in the city. The [[population density]] was {{convert|1551.2|PD/sqmi|PD/km2|1}}. There were 506 housing units at an average density of {{convert|617.1|/sqmi|/km2|1}}. The racial makeup of the city was 96.6% [[White (U.S. Census)|White]], 0.6% [[African American (U.S. Census)|African American]], 0.6% [[Native American (U.S. Census)|Native American]], 0.4% from [[Race (U.S. Census)|other races]], and 1.9% from two or more races. [[Hispanic (U.S. Census)|Hispanic]] or [[Latino (U.S. Census)|Latino]] of any race were 2.1% of the population.


There were 450 households of which 40.2% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 56.9% were [[Marriage|married couples]] living together, 8.4% had a female householder with no husband present, 4.2% had a male householder with no wife present, and 30.4% were non-families. 27.6% of all households were made up of individuals and 12.8% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.73 and the average family size was 3.38.
There were 450 households, of which 40.2% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 56.9% were [[Marriage|married couples]] living together, 8.4% had a female householder with no husband present, 4.2% had a male householder with no wife present, and 30.4% were non-families. 27.6% of all households were made up of individuals, and 12.8% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.73 and the average family size was 3.38.


The median age in the city was 34.1 years. 32.5% of residents were under the age of 18; 6% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 23.4% were from 25 to 44; 21.5% were from 45 to 64; and 16.6% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 47.2% male and 52.8% female.
The median age in the city was 34.1 years. 32.5% of residents were under the age of 18; 6% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 23.4% were from 25 to 44; 21.5% were from 45 to 64; and 16.6% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 47.2% male and 52.8% female.


===2000 census===
===2000 census===
As of the [[census]]<ref name="GR2" /> of 2000, there were 1,322 people, 469 households, and 318 families living in the city. The [[population density]] was 1,684.6 people per square mile (654.4/km²). There were 501 housing units at an average density of 638.4 per square mile (248.0/km²). The racial makeup of the city was 97.05% [[White (U.S. Census)|White]], 0.23% [[African American (U.S. Census)|African American]], 0.23% [[Native American (U.S. Census)|Native American]], 1.13% from [[Race (United States Census)|other races]], and 1.36% from two or more races. [[Hispanic (U.S. Census)|Hispanic]] or [[Latino (U.S. Census)|Latino]] of any race were 1.29% of the population.
As of the [[census]]<ref name="GR2">{{cite web |url=https://www.census.gov |publisher=[[United States Census Bureau]] |access-date=2008-01-31 |title=U.S. Census website }}</ref> of 2000, there were 1,322 people, 469 households, and 318 families living in the city. The population density was {{convert|1,684.6|PD/sqmi|PD/km2|sp=us|adj=off}}. There were 501 housing units at an average density of {{convert|638.4|/sqmi|/km2|sp=us|adj=off}}. The racial makeup of the city was 97.05% [[White (U.S. Census)|White]], 0.23% [[African American (U.S. Census)|African American]], 0.23% [[Native American (U.S. Census)|Native American]], 1.13% from [[Race (United States Census)|other races]], and 1.36% from two or more races. [[Hispanic (U.S. Census)|Hispanic]] or [[Latino (U.S. Census)|Latino]] of any race were 1.29% of the population.


There were 469 households out of which 38.2% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 55.2% were [[Marriage|married couples]] living together, 10.2% had a female householder with no husband present, and 32.0% were non-families. 31.1% of all households were made up of individuals and 16.2% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.71 and the average family size was 3.46.
There were 469 households, out of which 38.2% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 55.2% were [[Marriage|married couples]] living together, 10.2% had a female householder with no husband present, and 32.0% were non-families. 31.1% of all households were made up of individuals, and 16.2% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.71 and the average family size was 3.46.


In the city, the population was spread out with 33.5% under the age of 18, 7.2% from 18 to 24, 24.4% from 25 to 44, 17.5% from 45 to 64, and 17.4% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 34 years. For every 100 females, there were 86.2 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 78.7 males.
In the city, the population was spread out, with 33.5% under the age of 18, 7.2% from 18 to 24, 24.4% from 25 to 44, 17.5% from 45 to 64, and 17.4% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 34 years. For every 100 females, there were 86.2 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 78.7 males.


The median income for a household in the city was $37,566, and the median income for a family was $48,000. Males had a median income of $35,893 versus $21,875 for females. The [[per capita income]] for the city was $15,470. About 3.5% of families and 4.8% of the population were below the [[poverty line]], including 3.7% of those under age 18 and 6.3% of those age 65 or over.
The median income for a household in the city was $37,566, and the median income for a family was $48,000. Males had a median income of $35,893 versus $21,875 for females. The [[per capita income]] for the city was $15,470. About 3.5% of families and 4.8% of the population were below the [[poverty line]], including 3.7% of those under age 18 and 6.3% of those age 65 or over.
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==Notable people==
==Notable people==
*[[Lloyd Bishop]], baseball player
* [[Lloyd Bishop]], baseball player
*[[Harvey H. Nininger]], born in Conway Springs, 17 January 1887
* [[Harvey H. Nininger|Harvey Nininger]], born in Conway Springs, 17 January 1887


==References==
==References==
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==Further reading==
==Further reading==
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==External links==
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Latest revision as of 09:01, 17 October 2023

Conway Springs, Kansas
City
Location within Sumner County and Kansas
Location within Sumner County and Kansas
KDOT map of Sumner County (legend)
KDOT map of Sumner County (legend)
Coordinates: 37°23′22″N 97°38′33″W / 37.38944°N 97.64250°W / 37.38944; -97.64250[1]
CountryUnited States
StateKansas
CountySumner
TownshipConway
Founded1884
Incorporated1886
Named forConway Township and nearby mineral spring
Area
[2]
 • Total
0.99 sq mi (2.56 km2)
 • Land0.99 sq mi (2.56 km2)
 • Water0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2)
Elevation
[1]
1,375 ft (419 m)
Population
 (2020)[3]
 • Total
1,086
 • Density1,100/sq mi (420/km2)
Time zoneUTC-6 (CST)
 • Summer (DST)UTC-5 (CDT)
ZIP code
67031
Area code620
FIPS code20-15325
GNIS ID2393624[1]
Websiteconwayspringsks.com

Conway Springs is a city in Sumner County, Kansas, United States.[1] As of the 2020 census, the population of the city was 1,086.[3]

History

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Conway Springs was founded in 1884. Its name is derived from both Conway Township and a mineral spring nearby.[4]

Captain Hiram Cranmer built the first home in Conway Springs.[5]

Geography

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According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 0.82 square miles (2.12 km2), all of it land.[6]

Climate

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The climate in this area is characterized by hot, humid summers and generally mild to cool winters. According to the Köppen Climate Classification system, Conway Springs has a humid subtropical climate, abbreviated "Cfa" on climate maps.[7]

Demographics

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Historical population
CensusPop.Note%±
1890681—
19007144.8%
19101,29281.0%
19201,120−13.3%
1930981−12.4%
1940849−13.5%
1950816−3.9%
19601,05729.5%
19701,1539.1%
19801,31313.9%
19901,3845.4%
20001,322−4.5%
20101,272−3.8%
20201,086−14.6%
U.S. Decennial Census

2010 census

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As of the census[8] of 2010, there were 1,272 people, 450 households, and 313 families living in the city. The population density was 1,551.2 inhabitants per square mile (598.9/km2). There were 506 housing units at an average density of 617.1 per square mile (238.3/km2). The racial makeup of the city was 96.6% White, 0.6% African American, 0.6% Native American, 0.4% from other races, and 1.9% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 2.1% of the population.

There were 450 households, of which 40.2% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 56.9% were married couples living together, 8.4% had a female householder with no husband present, 4.2% had a male householder with no wife present, and 30.4% were non-families. 27.6% of all households were made up of individuals, and 12.8% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.73 and the average family size was 3.38.

The median age in the city was 34.1 years. 32.5% of residents were under the age of 18; 6% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 23.4% were from 25 to 44; 21.5% were from 45 to 64; and 16.6% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 47.2% male and 52.8% female.

2000 census

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As of the census[9] of 2000, there were 1,322 people, 469 households, and 318 families living in the city. The population density was 1,684.6 inhabitants per square mile (650.4/km2). There were 501 housing units at an average density of 638.4 per square mile (246.5/km2). The racial makeup of the city was 97.05% White, 0.23% African American, 0.23% Native American, 1.13% from other races, and 1.36% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.29% of the population.

There were 469 households, out of which 38.2% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 55.2% were married couples living together, 10.2% had a female householder with no husband present, and 32.0% were non-families. 31.1% of all households were made up of individuals, and 16.2% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.71 and the average family size was 3.46.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 33.5% under the age of 18, 7.2% from 18 to 24, 24.4% from 25 to 44, 17.5% from 45 to 64, and 17.4% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 34 years. For every 100 females, there were 86.2 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 78.7 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $37,566, and the median income for a family was $48,000. Males had a median income of $35,893 versus $21,875 for females. The per capita income for the city was $15,470. About 3.5% of families and 4.8% of the population were below the poverty line, including 3.7% of those under age 18 and 6.3% of those age 65 or over.

Education

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The community is served by Conway Springs USD 356 public school district.

Notable people

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References

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  1. ^ a b c d U.S. Geological Survey Geographic Names Information System: Conway Springs, Kansas
  2. ^ "2019 U.S. Gazetteer Files". United States Census Bureau. Retrieved July 24, 2020.
  3. ^ a b "Profile of Conway Springs, Kansas in 2020". United States Census Bureau. Archived from the original on April 4, 2022. Retrieved April 4, 2022.
  4. ^ Kansas State Historical Society (1916). Biennial Report of the Board of Directors of the Kansas State Historical Society. Kansas State Printing Plant. pp. 306.
  5. ^ Conway Springs - Memories of the First 100 Years. Taylor Publishing Company. 1984. p. 6.
  6. ^ "US Gazetteer files 2010". United States Census Bureau. Archived from the original on January 25, 2012. Retrieved July 6, 2012.
  7. ^ Climate Summary for Conway Springs, Kansas
  8. ^ "U.S. Census website". United States Census Bureau. Retrieved July 6, 2012.
  9. ^ "U.S. Census website". United States Census Bureau. Retrieved January 31, 2008.

Further reading

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See also: List of books about Sumner County, Kansas
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