Summary
Greenwich (pronounced /ˈɡriːnwɪtʃ/)[4] is an unincorporated community in Sedgwick County, Kansas, United States.[1] As of the 2020 census, the population of the community and nearby areas was 64.[2] It is located northeast of 53rd St North and Greenwich Rd.
Greenwich, Kansas | |
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 1915 Railroad Map of Sedgwick County | |
 KDOT map of Sedgwick County (legend) | |
  Greenwich  Greenwich | |
| Coordinates: 37°46′58″N 97°12′13″W / 37.78278°N 97.20361°W[1] | |
| Country | United States |
| State | Kansas |
| County | Sedgwick |
| Elevation | 1,401 ft (427 m) |
| Population | |
| • Total | 64 |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (CST) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code | 67055 [3] |
| Area code | 316 |
| FIPS code | 20-28700 [1] |
| GNIS ID | 473873 [1] |
History edit
Greenwich had its start by the building of the St. Louis, Fort Scott & Wichita Railroad through that territory.[5]
The first post office in Greenwich was established in September 1874.[6]
Geography edit
Climate edit
The climate in this area is characterized by hot, humid summers and generally mild to cool winters. According to the Köppen Climate Classification system, Greenwich has a humid subtropical climate, abbreviated "Cfa" on climate maps.[7]
Demographics edit
| Census | Pop. | Note | %± |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 64 | — | |
| U.S. Decennial Census | |||
For statistical purposes, the United States Census Bureau has defined this community as a census-designated place (CDP).
2020 census edit
The 2020 United States census counted 64 people, 31 households, and 15 families in Greenwich.[8][9] The population density was 503.9 per square mile (194.6/km2). There were 31 housing units at an average density of 244.1 per square mile (94.2/km2).[9][10] The racial makeup was 81.25% (52) white or European American (81.25% non-Hispanic white), 3.12% (2) black or African-American, 0.0% (0) Native American or Alaska Native, 0.0% (0) Asian, 0.0% (0) Pacific Islander or Native Hawaiian, 4.69% (3) from other races, and 10.94% (7) from two or more races.[11] Hispanic or Latino of any race was 4.69% (3) of the population.[12]
Of the 31 households, 22.6% had children under the age of 18; 41.9% were married couples living together; 38.7% had a female householder with no spouse or partner present. 48.4% of households consisted of individuals and 29.0% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older.[9] The average household size was 2.1 and the average family size was 2.6.[13] The percent of those with a bachelor’s degree or higher was estimated to be 0.0% of the population.[14]
20.3% of the population was under the age of 18, 15.6% from 18 to 24, 12.5% from 25 to 44, 34.4% from 45 to 64, and 17.2% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 45.5 years. For every 100 females, there were 45.5 males.[9] For every 100 females ages 18 and older, there were 54.5 males.[9]
Education edit
The community is served by Circle USD 375 public school district.
References edit
- ^ a b c d e "Greenwich, Kansas", Geographic Names Information System, United States Geological Survey, United States Department of the Interior
- ^ a b "Profile of Greenwich, Kansas (CDP) in 2020". United States Census Bureau. Archived from the original on November 14, 2021. Retrieved November 14, 2021.
- ^ "ZIP Code Lookup". Archived from the original on June 15, 2011. Retrieved November 9, 2009.
- ^ William Allen White School of Journalism and Public Information (1955). A pronunciation guide to Kansas place names. Lawrence, KS: University of Kansas. p. 13. hdl:2027/mdp.39015047651115.
- ^ Bentley, Orsemus Hills (1910). History of Wichita and Sedgwick County, Kansas: Past and Present. Windmill Publications. p. 630.
- ^ "Kansas Post Offices, 1828-1961". Kansas Historical Society. Archived from the original on October 9, 2013. Retrieved June 23, 2014.
- ^ Climate Summary for Greenwich, Kansas
- ^ "US Census Bureau, Table P16: HOUSEHOLD TYPE". data.census.gov. Retrieved January 2, 2024.
- ^ a b c d e "US Census Bureau, Table DP1: PROFILE OF GENERAL POPULATION AND HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS". data.census.gov. Retrieved January 2, 2024.
- ^ Bureau, US Census. "Gazetteer Files". Census.gov. Retrieved December 30, 2023.
- ^ "US Census Bureau, Table P1: RACE". data.census.gov. Retrieved January 2, 2024.
- ^ "US Census Bureau, Table P2: HISPANIC OR LATINO, AND NOT HISPANIC OR LATINO BY RACE". data.census.gov. Retrieved January 2, 2024.
- ^ "US Census Bureau, Table S1101: HOUSEHOLDS AND FAMILIES". data.census.gov. Retrieved January 2, 2024.
- ^ "US Census Bureau, Table S1501: EDUCATIONAL ATTAINMENT". data.census.gov. Retrieved January 2, 2024.
Further reading edit
External links edit
- Sedgwick County maps: Current, Historic, KDOT