High Prairie township, Kansas
High Prairie township profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
High Prairie township is a geographic entity located in Leavenworth County, Kansas. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 2,135. The land area covers 47.37 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population (2025 PEP Estimate) | 2,135 | — | 2025 / Census |
| Median Age | 50.3 yrs | ±5.5 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 823 | ±136 | 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 | 823 | ±136 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 823 | ±136 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 0 | ±11 |
| Median Home Value | $396,000 | ±$40,740 |
| Median Gross Rent | $907 | ±$341 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $103,229 | ±$37,141 |
| Per Capita Income | $53,840 | ±$10,019 |
| Poverty Rate | 8.5% | ±5.7% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 180 | ±125 |
| Unemployment Rate | 2.4% | ±3.1% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 1,103 | ±267 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 82.9% | ±7.1% |
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 HIGH PRAIRIE
GUS Population: 2,128 (2024)
ID: 165277
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Township | Official Local Government |
24532 TONGANOXIE DR., LEAVENWORTH KS 66048-7566
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GUS Population: 84,670 (2024)
ID: 194938
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: CLERK
300 WALNUT ST, RM 225, LEAVENWORTH KS 66048-2725
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | 12 | Kansas City, KS | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Kansas City, KS | |
| Regular School Nearby | 01-04 | Leavenworth, KS | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Kansas City, KS | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Basehor, KS | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Basehor, KS | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Basehor, KS | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-12 | Basehor, KS | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Bonner Springs, KS | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Bonner Springs, 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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University of Saint Mary
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College | 6.1 mi away | 4100 S 4th St, Leavenworth, KS, 66048-5082 |
9136825151
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LANSING COMMUNITY LIBRARY
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Library | 6.4 mi away | 730 1ST TERRACE, CITY OF LANSING, KS, 66043 |
(913) 364-6900
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Kansas City Kansas Community College
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College | 17.1 mi away | 7250 State Ave, Kansas City, KS, 66112 |
9133341100
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LEAVENWORTH PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 6.7 mi away | 417 SPRUCE STREET, LEAVENWORTH, KS, 66048 |
(913) 682-5666
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Pinnacle Career Institute
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College | 18.0 mi away | 11500 N.W. Ambassador, Suite 221, Kansas City, MO, 64153-1151 |
8163315700
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BASEHOR COMMUNITY LIBRARY, DIST #2, LV. CO.
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Library | 10.0 mi away | 1400 158TH STREET, BASEHOR, KS, 66007 |
(913) 724-2828
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Park University
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College | 18.6 mi away | 8700 NW River Park Dr, Parkville, MO, 64152-3795 |
8167412000
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TONGANOXIE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 10.9 mi away | 217 E 4TH STREET, TONGANOXIE, KS, 66086 |
(913) 845-3281
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Donnelly College
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College | 22.0 mi away | 608 N 18th St, Kansas City, KS, 66102 |
9136216000
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MCLOUTH PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 11.1 mi away | 215 SOUTH UNION, MCLOUTH, KS, 66054 |
(913) 796-2225
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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 LEAVENWORTH 3SW, KS US, located 4.0 miles from High Prairie township. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 38.0° | 15.3° | 26.7° | 1.02" | — |
| February | 43.0° | 19.9° | 31.5° | 1.42" | — |
| March | 54.9° | 29.4° | 42.2° | 2.59" | — |
| April | 64.9° | 40.7° | 52.8° | 3.83" | — |
| May | 74.1° | 51.4° | 62.8° | 5.55" | — |
| June | 83.2° | 61.8° | 72.5° | 4.99" | — |
| July | 87.3° | 66.1° | 76.7° | 4.72" | — |
| August | 86.4° | 63.7° | 75.1° | 4.24" | — |
| September | 78.6° | 55.1° | 66.9° | 4.10" | — |
| October | 68.0° | 41.8° | 54.9° | 3.16" | — |
| November | 53.5° | 30.1° | 41.8° | 2.01" | — |
| December | 42.0° | 20.5° | 31.3° | 1.51" | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lansing city | City | 6.4 mi | — |
| Leavenworth city | City | 6.7 mi | — |
| Easton city | City | 8.2 mi | — |
| Basehor city | City | 9.7 mi | — |
| Farley village | Village | 10.3 mi | — |
| Tonganoxie city | City | 11.0 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 2010332125. • 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.