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Allen, Kansas
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Aerial view of Allen (2013)
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Location within Lyon County and Kansas
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| Country | United States |
| State | Kansas |
| County | Lyon |
| Founded | 1854 |
| Incorporated | 1909 |
| Government | |
| • Type | Mayor–Council |
| Area | |
| • Total | 0.28 sq mi (0.72 km2) |
| • Land | 0.28 sq mi (0.72 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 1,326 ft (404 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 160 |
| • Density | 571/sq mi (222/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (CST) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
66833
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| Area code | 620 |
| FIPS code | 20-01275 |
| GNIS ID | 2393921 |
Allen is a city in Lyon County, Kansas, United States. As of the 2020 census, the population of the city was 160.
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History
Allen was founded in 1854. It was incorporated as a city in 1909.
Allen was a station on the Missouri Pacific Railroad.
Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 0.27 square miles (0.70 km2), all of it land.
Climate
The climate in this area is characterized by hot, humid summers and generally mild to cool winters. According to the Köppen Climate Classification system, Allen has a humid subtropical climate, abbreviated "Cfa" on climate maps.
Demographics
| Historical population | |||
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1910 | 286 | — | |
| 1920 | 295 | 3.1% | |
| 1930 | 343 | 16.3% | |
| 1940 | 279 | −18.7% | |
| 1950 | 241 | −13.6% | |
| 1960 | 205 | −14.9% | |
| 1970 | 175 | −14.6% | |
| 1980 | 205 | 17.1% | |
| 1990 | 191 | −6.8% | |
| 2000 | 211 | 10.5% | |
| 2010 | 177 | −16.1% | |
| 2020 | 160 | −9.6% | |
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Allen is part of the Emporia Micropolitan Statistical Area.
2020 census
The 2020 United States census counted 160 people, 77 households, and 44 families in Allen. The population density was 579.7 per square mile (223.8/km2). There were 90 housing units at an average density of 326.1 per square mile (125.9/km2). The racial makeup was 87.5% (140) white or European American (86.88% non-Hispanic white), 0.0% (0) black or African-American, 0.0% (0) Native American or Alaska Native, 1.88% (3) Asian, 0.0% (0) Pacific Islander or Native Hawaiian, 4.38% (7) from other races, and 6.25% (10) from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race was 5.62% (9) of the population.
Of the 77 households, 29.9% had children under the age of 18; 37.7% were married couples living together; 22.1% had a female householder with no spouse or partner present. 35.1% of households consisted of individuals and 23.4% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.2 and the average family size was 3.5. The percent of those with a bachelor’s degree or higher was estimated to be 6.2% of the population.
18.8% of the population was under the age of 18, 13.1% from 18 to 24, 19.4% from 25 to 44, 25.0% from 45 to 64, and 23.8% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 43.0 years. For every 100 females, there were 102.5 males. For every 100 females ages 18 and older, there were 97.0 males.
The 2016-2020 5-year American Community Survey estimates show that the median household income was $37,917 (with a margin of error of +/- $8,495) and the median family income was $38,125 (+/- $18,106). The median income for those above 16 years old was $30,469 (+/- $13,317). Approximately, 31.0% of families and 23.6% of the population were below the poverty line, including 36.8% of those under the age of 18 and 9.7% of those ages 65 or over.
2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 177 people, 77 households, and 46 families residing in the city. The population density was 655.6 inhabitants per square mile (253.1/km2). There were 91 housing units at an average density of 337.0 per square mile (130.1/km2). The racial makeup of the city was 96.0% White, 2.3% from other races, and 1.7% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 4.0% of the population.
There were 77 households, of which 28.6% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 49.4% were married couples living together, 7.8% had a female householder with no husband present, 2.6% had a male householder with no wife present, and 40.3% were non-families. 36.4% of all households were made up of individuals, and 13% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.30 and the average family size was 3.07.
The median age in the city was 42.4 years. 26% of residents were under the age of 18; 3.8% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 23.7% were from 25 to 44; 28.7% were from 45 to 64; and 17.5% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 53.1% male and 46.9% female.
Education
The community is served by North Lyon County USD 251 public school district, and its headquarters are located in Americus. The Northern Heights High School is located east of Allen, and its mascot is the Wildcats. The NLC Elementary School and NLC Early Learning Center (preschool) are located in Americus.
Transportation
U.S. Route 56 passes along the north edge of Allen. The closest Kansas Turnpike exit is located approximately 7.5 miles (12.1 km) east of Admire along U.S. Route 56.
See also
In Spanish: Allen (Kansas) para niños
