Hiawatha city, Kansas
Hiawatha city profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Hiawatha city is a geographic entity located in Brown County, Kansas. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 3,124. The land area covers 2.61 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population (2025 PEP Estimate) | 3,124 | — | 2025 / Census |
| Median Age | 41.6 yrs | ±2.7 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 1,311 | ±124 | 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 | 1,582 | ±125 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 1,311 | ±124 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 271 | ±132 |
| Median Home Value | $121,800 | ±$18,549 |
| Median Gross Rent | $652 | ±$216 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $68,750 | ±$13,422 |
| Per Capita Income | $37,719 | ±$6,117 |
| Poverty Rate | 14.7% | ±5.2% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 459 | ±161 |
| Unemployment Rate | 6.2% | ±4.1% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 1,535 | ±157 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 87.1% | ±3.6% |
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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GUS Population: 3,137 (2024)
ID: 164684
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Municipal | Official Local Government |
Contact: CITY ADMINISTRATOR
701 OREGON ST, HIAWATHA KS 66434-2294
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GUS Population: 9,142 (2024)
ID: 208082
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: BROWN COUNTY CLERK
601 OREGON ST, HIAWATHA KS 66434-2241
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Education
Listing 9 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Hiawatha | PK-04 | Hiawatha, KS | |
| Regular School Hiawatha | 05-08 | Hiawatha, KS | |
| Regular School Hiawatha | 09-12 | Hiawatha, KS | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-12 | Highland, KS | |
| Regular School Nearby | 05-08 | Everest, KS | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | FALLS CITY, NE | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | FALLS CITY, NE | |
| Regular School Nearby | 03-05 | FALLS CITY, NE | |
| 2 Nearby | 2-17 | FALLS CITY, NE |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 10 civic institutions across 3 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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HIAWATHA COMMUNITY HOSPITAL
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Hospital | City address association | 300 UTAH STREET, HIAWATHA, KS, 66434 |
(785) 742-2131
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Highland Community College
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College | 14.1 mi away | 606 W Main, Highland, KS, 66035-4165 |
7854426000
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HIAWATHA/MORRILL PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 0.2 mi away | 431 OREGON, HIAWATHA, KS, 66434 |
(785) 742-3831
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HORTON PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 13.2 mi away | 809 1ST AVE. EAST, HORTON, KS, 66439 |
(785) 486-3326
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BARNES READING ROOM
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Library | 13.4 mi away | 640 MAIN STREET, EVEREST, KS, 66424 |
(785) 548-7733
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HIGHLAND BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 14.3 mi away | 306 W. MAIN, HIGHLAND, KS, 66035 |
(785) 985-2597
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MARY COTTON PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 14.4 mi away | 915 VIRGINIA, SABETHA, KS, 66534 |
(785) 284-3160
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FALLS CITY LIBRARY & ARTS CENTER
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Library | 14.8 mi away | 1400 STONE STREET, FALLS CITY, NE, 68355 |
(402) 245-2913
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WETMORE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 21.0 mi away | 328 2ND ST., WETMORE, KS, 66550 |
(785) 866-2250
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OREGON PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 22.8 mi away | 103 S WASHINGTON ST, OREGON, MO, 64473 |
(660) 446-3586
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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 HIAWATHA 1 S, KS US, located 1.2 miles from Hiawatha city. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 36.2° | 15.1° | 25.7° | 0.77" | 4.7" |
| February | 41.9° | 19.2° | 30.6° | 1.15" | 4.1" |
| March | 53.2° | 28.7° | 41.0° | 2.01" | 2.2" |
| April | 64.3° | 40.4° | 52.4° | 3.58" | 1.1" |
| May | 73.9° | 52.6° | 63.3° | 4.83" | 0.0" |
| June | 83.2° | 62.7° | 73.0° | 5.03" | 0.0" |
| July | 87.3° | 66.3° | 76.8° | 4.46" | 0.0" |
| August | 85.9° | 63.3° | 74.6° | 3.86" | 0.0" |
| September | 78.9° | 54.0° | 66.5° | 3.22" | 0.0" |
| October | 67.5° | 41.8° | 54.7° | 2.86" | 0.0" |
| November | 52.8° | 30.3° | 41.6° | 1.72" | 1.2" |
| December | 40.6° | 20.4° | 30.5° | 1.22" | 3.6" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hiawatha city | City | 0.0 mi | — |
| Hamlin city | City | 6.5 mi | — |
| Robinson city | City | 7.1 mi | — |
| Powhattan city | City | 8.0 mi | — |
| Reserve city | City | 8.8 mi | — |
| Willis city | City | 9.1 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 2001331675. • 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.