Wetmore township, Kansas
Wetmore township profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Wetmore township is a geographic entity located in Nemaha County, Kansas. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 453. The land area covers 35.87 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population (2025 PEP Estimate) | 453 | — | 2025 / Census |
| Median Age | 30 yrs | ±18.4 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 135 | ±36 | 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 | 144 | ±37 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 135 | ±36 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 9 | ±11 |
| Median Home Value | $97,500 | ±$27,170 |
| Median Gross Rent | $542 | ±$474 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $75,625 | ±$35,478 |
| Per Capita Income | $36,971 | ±$9,352 |
| Poverty Rate | 5% | ±4.5% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 20 | ±19 |
| Unemployment Rate | 0% | ±6.3% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 175 | ±55 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 85.2% | ±10.9% |
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 WETMORE
GUS Population: 459 (2024)
ID: 165397
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Township | Official Local Government |
Contact: TRUSTEE
664 X RD, WETMORE KS 66550-8461
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COUNTY OF NEMAHA
GUS Population: 10,062 (2024)
ID: 212013
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: CHAIRMAN
PO BOX 186, SENECA KS 66538-0186
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Education
Listing 7 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | UG | HOLTON, KS | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Holton, KS | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Holton, KS | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Holton, KS | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | Holton, KS | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-12 | Holton, KS | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-12 | Powhattan, KS |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 10 civic institutions across 1 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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WETMORE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 2.0 mi away | 328 2ND ST., WETMORE, KS, 66550 |
(785) 866-2250
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CORNING CITY LIBRARY
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Library | 10.9 mi away | 6221 5TH ST., CORNING, KS, 66417 |
(785) 868-2755
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BECK-BOOKMAN LIBRARY
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Library | 11.4 mi away | 420 WEST 4TH, HOLTON, KS, 66436 |
(785) 364-3532
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HORTON PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 16.8 mi away | 809 1ST AVE. EAST, HORTON, KS, 66439 |
(785) 486-3326
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CENTRALIA COMMUNITY LIBRARY
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Library | 17.5 mi away | 520 4TH STREET, CENTRALIA, KS, 66415 |
(785) 857-3331
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ONAGA BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 19.7 mi away | 313 LEONARD, ONAGA, KS, 66521 |
(785) 889-4531
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SENECA FREE LIBRARY
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Library | 19.7 mi away | 606 MAIN STREET, SENECA, KS, 66538 |
(785) 336-2377
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MARY COTTON PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 20.3 mi away | 915 VIRGINIA, SABETHA, KS, 66534 |
(785) 284-3160
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BARNES READING ROOM
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Library | 22.2 mi away | 640 MAIN STREET, EVEREST, KS, 66424 |
(785) 548-7733
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HIAWATHA/MORRILL PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 23.2 mi away | 431 OREGON, HIAWATHA, KS, 66434 |
(785) 742-3831
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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 HOLTON, KS US, located 11.4 miles from Wetmore township. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 37.2° | 15.2° | 26.2° | 0.79" | — |
| February | 43.0° | 19.5° | 31.2° | 1.33" | — |
| March | 54.1° | 29.2° | 41.7° | 2.17" | — |
| April | 64.2° | 40.0° | 52.1° | 3.72" | — |
| May | 73.7° | 51.3° | 62.5° | 4.98" | — |
| June | 82.8° | 61.8° | 72.3° | 4.88" | — |
| July | 87.5° | 66.1° | 76.8° | 4.76" | — |
| August | 86.3° | 63.7° | 75.0° | 4.35" | — |
| September | 78.7° | 54.8° | 66.8° | 3.77" | — |
| October | 66.7° | 41.4° | 54.1° | 3.33" | — |
| November | 53.0° | 29.7° | 41.3° | 1.84" | — |
| December | 40.9° | 19.6° | 30.3° | 1.46" | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wetmore city | City | 2.2 mi | — |
| Netawaka city | City | 6.2 mi | — |
| Goff city | City | 6.3 mi | — |
| Circleville city | City | 7.1 mi | — |
| Soldier city | City | 8.6 mi | — |
| Kickapoo Site 5 CDP | CDP | 9.2 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 2013177575. • 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.