Cottonwood township, Kansas
Cottonwood township profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Cottonwood township is a geographic entity located in Chase County, Kansas. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 163. The land area covers 80.16 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population (2025 PEP Estimate) | 163 | — | 2025 / Census |
| Median Age | 55 yrs | ±14.9 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 79 | ±34 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (PEP, ACS 5-Year).
Housing & Real Estate Profile
| Housing Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Total Housing Units | 89 | ±36 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 79 | ±34 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 10 | ±13 |
| Median Home Value | $127,800 | ±$63,505 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,055 | ±$212 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | Suppressed | — |
| Per Capita Income | $114,589 | ±$69,304 |
| Poverty Rate | 6.3% | ±8.2% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 11 | ±15 |
| Unemployment Rate | 0% | ±24.4% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 45 | ±21 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 68.4% | ±26% |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Local Government & Public Administration
Authoritative general-purpose local government units serving this area
U.S. Census Bureau GUS (2026) / GMAF
| Government Unit | Unit Type | Jurisdiction Role | Contact / Address |
|---|---|---|---|
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TOWNSHIP OF COTTONWOOD
GUS Population: 158 (2024)
ID: 104796
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Township | Official Local Government |
Contact: TRUSTEE
PO BOX 63, CEDAR POINT KS 66843
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COUNTY OF CHASE
GUS Population: 2,507 (2024)
ID: 126846
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: COUNTY CLERK
PO BOX 529, COTTONWOOD FALLS KS 66845-0529
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Education
Listing 5 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | Strong City, KS | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-12 | Cottonwood Falls, KS | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Marion, KS | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Marion, KS | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Marion, KS |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 7 civic institutions across 2 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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Tabor College
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College | 24.7 mi away | 400 S Jefferson, Hillsboro, KS, 67063-1799 |
6209473121
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FLORENCE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 10.2 mi away | 324 MAIN ST., FLORENCE, KS, 66851 |
(877) 739-2180
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COTTONWOOD FALLS/BURNLEY MEMORIAL
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Library | 12.5 mi away | 405 N. OAK, COTTONWOOD FALLS, KS, 66845 |
(620) 273-9119
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MARION CITY LIBRARY
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Library | 15.1 mi away | 101 LIBRARY ST, MARION, KS, 66861 |
(620) 382-2442
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BURNS PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 15.8 mi away | 104 NORTH WASHINGTON AVE, BURNS, KS, 66840 |
(620) 726-5717
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PEABODY TOWNSHIP LIBRARY
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Library | 21.2 mi away | 214 N. WALNUT, PEABODY, KS, 66866 |
(620) 983-2502
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ELM CREEK TOWNSHIP LIBRARY
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Library | 24.3 mi away | 213 NORTH 5TH ST., WILSEY, KS, 66873 |
(785) 497-2289
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Distances calculated from authoritative source coordinates. Source: CMS, IMLS, NCES IPEDS.
Climate & Weather Observations
NOAA Monthly Climate Normals
Observation Station: Climate data reflects NOAA 1991–2020 standard normals recorded at FLORENCE, KS US, located 10.1 miles from Cottonwood township. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 42.0° | 18.4° | 30.2° | 0.78" | — |
| February | 47.4° | 21.7° | 34.6° | 1.29" | — |
| March | 57.4° | 31.3° | 44.3° | 2.21" | — |
| April | 67.0° | 40.2° | 53.6° | 2.95" | — |
| May | 76.1° | 52.0° | 64.0° | 5.20" | — |
| June | 84.9° | 62.7° | 73.8° | 4.86" | — |
| July | 90.5° | 67.5° | 79.0° | 3.78" | — |
| August | 88.7° | 65.4° | 77.0° | 4.58" | — |
| September | 82.5° | 55.8° | 69.2° | 3.39" | — |
| October | 70.6° | 43.4° | 57.0° | 2.57" | — |
| November | 56.2° | 31.0° | 43.6° | 1.50" | — |
| December | 44.4° | 21.5° | 33.0° | 1.21" | — |
Source: NOAA U.S. Climate Normals (1991–2020).
Local Weather Forecast
Weather forecast data is currently unavailable in the local cache.
Nearby Cities & Communities
Listing adjacent communities by spatial proximity (miles)
Proximity discovery
| Community Name | Classification | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cedar Point city | City | 4.6 mi | — |
| Elmdale city | City | 8.0 mi | — |
| Florence city | City | 10.3 mi | — |
| Cottonwood Falls city | City | 12.4 mi | — |
| Matfield Green city | City | 13.6 mi | — |
| Strong City city | City | 13.6 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 2001715875. • Official Source Dataset →
- Socioeconomic & Housing Metrics: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates and Population Estimates Program (PEP). Margin of Error (MOE) intervals are reported where published; suppressed values are never estimated or replaced with false zeros.
- Civic Directory Datasets: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS Hospital Directory), National Center for Education Statistics (NCES IPEDS Postsecondary Directory), and Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS Public Libraries Survey). Airport landing facilities are provided by airport-data.com.
- Weather & Climate Observations: National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020 and National Weather Service (NWS) point forecasts.