Melvern township, Kansas
Melvern township profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Melvern township is a geographic entity located in Osage County, Kansas. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 741. The land area covers 44.71 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population (2025 PEP Estimate) | 741 | — | 2025 / Census |
| Median Age | 45.1 yrs | ±10.7 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 279 | ±65 | 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 | 325 | ±67 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 279 | ±65 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 46 | ±25 |
| Median Home Value | $178,800 | ±$24,339 |
| Median Gross Rent | $691 | ±$224 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $57,202 | ±$14,531 |
| Per Capita Income | $30,231 | ±$6,527 |
| Poverty Rate | 14.8% | ±8.1% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 97 | ±57 |
| Unemployment Rate | 4.3% | ±3.8% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 270 | ±70 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 85.7% | ±9.8% |
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 MELVERN
GUS Population: 743 (2024)
ID: 104932
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Township | Official Local Government |
2079 E K31 HWY, MELVERN KS 66510-9227
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GUS Population: 15,737 (2024)
ID: 164650
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: OSAGE COUNTY CLERK
PO BOX 226, LYNDON KS 66451-0226
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Education
Listing 8 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Melvern | 09-12 | Melvern, KS | |
| Regular School Melvern | 06-08 | Melvern, KS | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Pomona, KS | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Lebo, KS | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-12 | Lebo, KS | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-08 | Lyndon, KS | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Lyndon, KS | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Quenemo, 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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Ottawa University-Ottawa
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College | 21.7 mi away | 1001 South Cedar, Ottawa, KS, 66067-3399 |
7852425200
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WAVERLY
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Library | 7.4 mi away | 608 PEARSON, WAVERLY, KS, 66871 |
(785) 733-2400
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LYNDON CARNEGIE LIBRARY
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Library | 8.0 mi away | 127 E 6TH ST, LYNDON, KS, 66451 |
(785) 828-4520
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WILLIAMSBURG COMMUNITY LIBRARY
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Library | 9.7 mi away | 107 S. LOUISA, WILLIAMSBURG, KS, 66095 |
(785) 746-5407
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POMONA COMMUNITY LIBRARY
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Library | 12.8 mi away | 115 E. FRANKLIN ST, POMONA, KS, 66076 |
(785) 566-3300
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LEBO
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Library | 12.9 mi away | 327 OGDEN, LEBO, KS, 66856 |
(620) 256-6452
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OSAGE CITY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 13.7 mi away | 515 MAIN ST., OSAGE CITY, KS, 66523 |
(785) 528-3727
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NEW STRAWN
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Library | 16.8 mi away | 365 NORTH MAIN, NEW STRAWN, KS, 66839 |
(620) 364-8910
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OVERBROOK PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 19.9 mi away | 317 MAPLE, OVERBROOK, KS, 66524 |
(785) 862-9840
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BURLINGAME COMMUNITY LIBRARY
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Library | 20.5 mi away | 122 W. SANTA FE AVE, BURLINGAME, KS, 66413 |
(785) 654-3400
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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 MELVERN LAKE, KS US, located 3.3 miles from Melvern township. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 40.9° | 20.3° | 30.6° | 0.90" | — |
| February | 46.3° | 24.2° | 35.2° | 1.46" | — |
| March | 56.9° | 33.3° | 45.1° | 2.57" | — |
| April | 66.9° | 43.3° | 55.1° | 3.58" | — |
| May | 75.8° | 54.5° | 65.2° | 5.80" | — |
| June | 85.2° | 64.5° | 74.9° | 4.85" | — |
| July | 90.3° | 68.7° | 79.5° | 4.53" | — |
| August | 89.5° | 66.8° | 78.1° | 3.84" | — |
| September | 81.6° | 58.0° | 69.8° | 4.08" | — |
| October | 69.8° | 46.0° | 57.9° | 2.96" | — |
| November | 56.0° | 34.5° | 45.2° | 2.11" | — |
| December | 44.4° | 24.9° | 34.7° | 1.40" | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Melvern city | City | 0.7 mi | — |
| Olivet city | City | 6.0 mi | — |
| Waverly city | City | 7.4 mi | — |
| Lyndon city | City | 8.2 mi | — |
| Quenemo city | City | 8.5 mi | — |
| Williamsburg city | City | 9.6 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 2013945725. • 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.