Pittsburg township, Kansas
Pittsburg township profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Pittsburg township is a geographic entity located in Mitchell County, Kansas. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 258. The land area covers 36.11 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population (2025 PEP Estimate) | 258 | — | 2025 / Census |
| Median Age | 24 yrs | ±16.1 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 204 | ±80 | 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 | 241 | ±83 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 204 | ±80 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 37 | ±24 |
| Median Home Value | $124,200 | ±$86,354 |
| Median Gross Rent | $429 | ±$7 |
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 | $38,750 | ±$10,844 |
| Poverty Rate | 2.4% | ±2.8% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 11 | ±13 |
| Unemployment Rate | 0% | ±4.9% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 225 | ±81 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 53.9% | ±28.2% |
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 PITTSBURG
GUS Population: 272 (2024)
ID: 165366
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Township | Official Local Government |
Contact: TRUSTEE
1264 Q RD, TIPTON KS 67485-9324
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COUNTY OF MITCHELL
GUS Population: 5,803 (2024)
ID: 164647
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: CLERK
PO BOX 190, BELOIT KS 67420
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Pittsburg | KG-05 | Pittsburg, KS | |
| Regular School Pittsburg | KG-05 | Pittsburg, KS | |
| Regular School Pittsburg | KG-05 | Pittsburg, KS | |
| Regular School Pittsburg | 09-12 | Pittsburg, KS | |
| Regular School Pittsburg | 06-08 | Pittsburg, KS | |
| Regular School Pittsburg | PK-05 | Pittsburg, KS | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Cawker City, KS | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-12 | Downs, KS | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Osborne, KS | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-12 | Osborne, KS |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 9 civic institutions across 2 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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Fort Hays Tech North Central
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College | 19.9 mi away | 3033 US Highway 24, Beloit, KS, 67420 |
7857382276
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CAWKER CITY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 11.1 mi away | 802 LOCUST, CAWKER CITY, KS, 67430 |
(785) 781-4925
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DOWNS CARNEGIE LIBRARY
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Library | 11.9 mi away | 504 MORGAN AVE, DOWNS, KS, 67437 |
(785) 454-3821
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GLEN ELDER LIBRARY
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Library | 12.6 mi away | 120 S MARKET ST, GLEN ELDER, KS, 67446 |
(785) 545-3632
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OSBORNE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 15.2 mi away | 325 W MAIN, OSBORNE, KS, 67473 |
(785) 346-5486
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PORT LIBRARY
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Library | 19.8 mi away | 1718 N. HERSEY, BELOIT, KS, 67420 |
(785) 738-3936
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LUCAS PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 20.8 mi away | 209 S. MAIN ST., LUCAS, KS, 67648 |
(785) 525-6305
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LURAY CITY LIBRARY
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Library | 21.1 mi away | 119 N. MAIN, LURAY, KS, 67649 |
(785) 698-2208
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SYLVAN GROVE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 23.5 mi away | 122 S MAIN, SYLVAN GROVE, KS, 67481 |
(785) 526-7188
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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 GLEN ELDER LAKE, KS US, located 12.7 miles from Pittsburg township. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 40.3° | 13.6° | 27.0° | 0.67" | — |
| February | 44.8° | 16.8° | 30.8° | 0.72" | — |
| March | 55.9° | 26.6° | 41.3° | 1.32" | — |
| April | 66.5° | 36.5° | 51.5° | 2.22" | — |
| May | 74.9° | 47.8° | 61.4° | 3.87" | — |
| June | 86.6° | 60.2° | 73.4° | 3.70" | — |
| July | 92.7° | 64.5° | 78.6° | 4.32" | — |
| August | 89.4° | 62.3° | 75.8° | 3.12" | — |
| September | 82.1° | 52.5° | 67.3° | 2.28" | — |
| October | 69.9° | 39.9° | 54.9° | 1.92" | — |
| November | 54.9° | 26.3° | 40.6° | 1.14" | — |
| December | 43.8° | 17.5° | 30.6° | 0.99" | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tipton city | City | 1.8 mi | — |
| Hunter city | City | 8.2 mi | — |
| Cawker City city | City | 11.2 mi | — |
| Downs city | City | 12.2 mi | — |
| Glen Elder city | City | 12.7 mi | — |
| Osborne city | City | 15.3 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 2012356050. • 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.