Swede Creek township, Kansas
Swede Creek township profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Swede Creek township is a geographic entity located in Riley County, Kansas. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 170. The land area covers 48.65 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population (2025 PEP Estimate) | 170 | — | 2025 / Census |
| Median Age | 37.3 yrs | ±23.2 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 67 | ±27 | 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 | 79 | ±34 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 67 | ±27 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 12 | ±20 |
| Median Home Value | $425,000 | ±$324,997 |
| 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 | $122,279 | ±$59,916 |
| Per Capita Income | $58,725 | ±$20,219 |
| Poverty Rate | 0% | ±5.1% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 0 | ±11 |
| Unemployment Rate | 0% | ±8.9% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 123 | ±54 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 94% | ±17.6% |
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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TOWNSHIP OF SWEDE CREEK
GUS Population: 170 (2024)
ID: 165547
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Township | Official Local Government |
Contact: TRUSTEE
18989 HALLS RAVINE RD, RANDOLPH KS 66554-9042
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GUS Population: 72,557 (2024)
ID: 164655
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: BUDGET FINANCE OFFICER
110 COURTHOUSE PLZ, MANHATTAN KS 66502-0110
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Education
Listing 7 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Randolph, KS | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Olsburg, KS | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Randolph, KS | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Riley, KS | |
| Regular School Nearby | 03-06 | Blue Rapids, KS | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-02 | Waterville, KS | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-12 | Blue Rapids, 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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Manhattan Area Technical College
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College | 23.6 mi away | 3136 Dickens Ave, Manhattan, KS, 66503-2499 |
7855872800
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OLSBURG MINI LIBRARY
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Library | 8.4 mi away | 318 N. 2ND, OLSBURG, KS, 66520 |
(785) 468-3347
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Bellus Academy
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College Vocational | 24.1 mi away | 1130 Westloop Place, Manhattan, KS, 66502-2838 |
8587481490
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BLUE RAPIDS PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 10.6 mi away | 14 PUBLIC SQUARE, BLUE RAPIDS, KS, 66411 |
(785) 363-7709
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Kansas State University
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College | 24.6 mi away | 919 Mid-Campus Drive, Anderson Hall, Manhattan, KS, 66506 |
7855326011
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WATERVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 11.3 mi away | 129 E COMMERCIAL, WATERVILLE, KS, 66548 |
(785) 363-6014
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Manhattan Christian College
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College | 24.9 mi away | 1415 Anderson Ave, Manhattan, KS, 66502-4801 |
7855393571
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LEONARDVILLE CITY LIBRARY
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Library | 14.3 mi away | 117 N. ERPELDING RD, LEONARDVILLE, KS, 66449 |
(785) 293-5606
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RILEY CITY LIBRARY
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Library | 17.5 mi away | 115 S. BROADWAY ST, RILEY, KS, 66531 |
(785) 485-2978
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WESTMORELAND MINI LIBRARY
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Library | 18.2 mi away | 315 MAIN, WESTMORELAND, KS, 66549 |
(785) 457-2841
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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 TUTTLE CREEK LAKE, KS US, located 20.4 miles from Swede Creek township. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 39.1° | 16.3° | 27.7° | 0.58" | — |
| February | 43.9° | 19.7° | 31.8° | 1.15" | — |
| March | 55.4° | 30.2° | 42.8° | 1.88" | — |
| April | 65.8° | 40.5° | 53.2° | 3.30" | — |
| May | 74.9° | 52.1° | 63.5° | 5.11" | — |
| June | 84.6° | 62.4° | 73.5° | 5.25" | — |
| July | 89.5° | 67.1° | 78.3° | 4.32" | — |
| August | 88.1° | 64.5° | 76.3° | 4.20" | — |
| September | 80.5° | 55.2° | 67.8° | 2.83" | — |
| October | 68.4° | 42.0° | 55.2° | 2.44" | — |
| November | 54.2° | 29.9° | 42.1° | 1.60" | — |
| December | 42.5° | 20.2° | 31.4° | 1.17" | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Randolph city | City | 7.7 mi | — |
| Olsburg city | City | 8.3 mi | — |
| Blue Rapids city | City | 10.4 mi | — |
| Waterville city | City | 11.3 mi | — |
| Leonardville city | City | 14.3 mi | — |
| Barnes city | City | 15.4 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 2016169650. • 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.