Empire township, Kansas
Empire township profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Empire township is a geographic entity located in Ellsworth County, Kansas. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 153. The land area covers 66.04 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population (2025 PEP Estimate) | 153 | — | 2025 / Census |
| Median Age | 59.7 yrs | ±5.6 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 157 | ±70 | 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 | 289 | ±98 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 157 | ±70 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 132 | ±79 |
| Median Home Value | $123,000 | ±$25,290 |
| Median Gross Rent | Suppressed | — |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $96,875 | ±$68,662 |
| Per Capita Income | $59,879 | ±$12,356 |
| Poverty Rate | 0% | ±4% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 0 | ±11 |
| Unemployment Rate | 0% | ±7.4% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 149 | ±71 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 100% | ±0% |
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 EMPIRE
GUS Population: 156 (2024)
ID: 165111
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Township | Official Local Government |
Contact: TRUSTEE EMPIRE TOWNSHIP, ELLSWORTH C
5 RED TAIL RDG, MARQUETTE KS 67464-9217
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GUS Population: 6,316 (2024)
ID: 164632
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: ELLSWORTH COUNTY CLERK
210 N KANSAS AVE, ELLSWORTH KS 67439-3109
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Education
Listing 4 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | 07-12 | Brookville, KS | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-03 | Ellsworth, KS | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-12 | Ellsworth, KS | |
| Regular School Nearby | 04-06 | Kanopolis, KS |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 10 civic institutions across 2 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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Bethany College
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College | 20.5 mi away | 335 E Swensson St, Lindsborg, KS, 67456-1897 |
7852273380
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KANOPOLIS PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 7.7 mi away | 221 N. KANSAS, KANOPOLIS, KS, 67454 |
(785) 472-3053
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Salina Area Technical College
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College | 24.3 mi away | 2562 Centennial Road, Salina, KS, 67401 |
7853093100
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GENESEO PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 10.8 mi away | 725 MAIN STREET, GENESEO, KS, 67444 |
(620) 824-6140
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J.H. ROBBINS MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 11.5 mi away | 219 N. LINCOLN AVE., ELLSWORTH, KS, 67439 |
(785) 472-3969
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MARQUETTE COMMUNITY LIBRARY
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Library | 13.0 mi away | 121 NORTH WASHINGTON, MARQUETTE, KS, 67464 |
(785) 546-2561
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LITTLE RIVER COMMUNITY LIBRARY
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Library | 17.1 mi away | 125 MAIN STREET, LITTLE RIVER, KS, 67457 |
(620) 897-6610
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LINDSBORG COMMUNITY LIBRARY
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Library | 20.6 mi away | 111 S. MAIN, LINDSBORG, KS, 67456 |
(785) 227-2710
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FARMER TOWNSHIP/CPMS LIBRARY
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Library | 21.2 mi away | 500 S. MAIN ST., BUSHTON, KS, 67427 |
(620) 562-3597
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LYONS PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 22.3 mi away | 201 WEST MAIN, LYONS, KS, 67554 |
(620) 257-2961
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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 KANOPOLIS LAKE, KS US, located 5.3 miles from Empire township. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 41.7° | 19.4° | 30.6° | 0.71" | 3.2" |
| February | 45.9° | 21.8° | 33.9° | 1.12" | 3.0" |
| March | 56.6° | 31.0° | 43.8° | 1.69" | 1.6" |
| April | 66.2° | 40.0° | 53.1° | 2.54" | 0.1" |
| May | 75.5° | 51.6° | 63.5° | 4.90" | 0.0" |
| June | 86.7° | 62.5° | 74.6° | 4.13" | 0.0" |
| July | 91.8° | 67.0° | 79.4° | 3.95" | 0.0" |
| August | 89.7° | 64.7° | 77.2° | 3.51" | 0.0" |
| September | 81.6° | 56.1° | 68.9° | 2.73" | 0.0" |
| October | 69.5° | 43.7° | 56.6° | 2.27" | 0.0" |
| November | 55.4° | 31.1° | 43.3° | 1.09" | 0.8" |
| December | 43.9° | 22.3° | 33.1° | 0.97" | 2.9" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kanopolis city | City | 7.5 mi | — |
| Geneseo city | City | 10.7 mi | — |
| Ellsworth city | City | 11.6 mi | — |
| Marquette city | City | 12.9 mi | — |
| Brookville city | City | 13.2 mi | — |
| Frederick city | City | 15.1 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 2005321150. • 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.