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Niles is an unincorporated community in Ottawa County, Kansas, United States.[1] As of the 2020 census, the population of the community and nearby areas was 56.[2]

History

A post office was opened in Niles (originally called Nilesville) in 1885, and remained in operation until it was discontinued in 1974.[3]

Demographics

Historical population
CensusPop.Note%±
202056—
U.S. Decennial Census

For statistical purposes, the United States Census Bureau has defined Niles as a census-designated place (CDP).

2020 census

The 2020 United States census counted 56 people, 31 households, and 23 families in Niles.[4][5] The population density was 122.5 per square mile (47.3/km2). There were 31 housing units at an average density of 67.8 per square mile (26.2/km2).[5][6] The racial makeup was 92.86% (52) white or European American (92.86% non-Hispanic white), 0.0% (0) black or African-American, 0.0% (0) Native American or Alaska Native, 0.0% (0) Asian, 0.0% (0) Pacific Islander or Native Hawaiian, 0.0% (0) from other races, and 7.14% (4) from two or more races.[7] Hispanic or Latino of any race was 0.0% (0) of the population.[8]

Of the 31 households, 16.1% had children under the age of 18; 58.1% were married couples living together; 12.9% had a female householder with no spouse or partner present. 22.6% of households consisted of individuals and 6.5% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older.[5] The average household size was 2.0 and the average family size was 1.8.[9] The percent of those with a bachelor’s degree or higher was estimated to be 0.0% of the population.[10]

10.7% of the population was under the age of 18, 3.6% from 18 to 24, 10.7% from 25 to 44, 39.3% from 45 to 64, and 35.7% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 59.4 years. For every 100 females, there were 60.0 males.[5] For every 100 females ages 18 and older, there were 61.3 males.[5]

The 2016-2020 5-year American Community Survey estimates show that the median household income was $51,667 (with a margin of error of +/- $35,917) and the median family income was $44,875 (+/- $24,295).[11] Females had a median income of $31,250 (+/- $3,258). The median income for those above 16 years old was $31,607 (+/- $12,202).[12]

Education

The community is served by Solomon USD 393 public school district.

References

  1. ^ a b c d U.S. Geological Survey Geographic Names Information System: Niles, Kansas
  2. ^ a b "Profile of Niles, Kansas (CDP) in 2020". United States Census Bureau. Archived from the original on December 12, 2021. Retrieved December 12, 2021.
  3. ^ "Kansas Post Offices, 1828-1961". Kansas Historical Society. Archived from the original on October 9, 2013. Retrieved June 22, 2014.
  4. ^ "US Census Bureau, Table P16: HOUSEHOLD TYPE". data.census.gov. Retrieved January 3, 2024.
  5. ^ a b c d e "US Census Bureau, Table DP1: PROFILE OF GENERAL POPULATION AND HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS". data.census.gov. Retrieved January 3, 2024.
  6. ^ Bureau, US Census. "Gazetteer Files". Census.gov. Retrieved December 30, 2023.
  7. ^ "US Census Bureau, Table P1: RACE". data.census.gov. Retrieved January 3, 2024.
  8. ^ "US Census Bureau, Table P2: HISPANIC OR LATINO, AND NOT HISPANIC OR LATINO BY RACE". data.census.gov. Retrieved January 3, 2024.
  9. ^ "US Census Bureau, Table S1101: HOUSEHOLDS AND FAMILIES". data.census.gov. Retrieved January 3, 2024.
  10. ^ "US Census Bureau, Table S1501: EDUCATIONAL ATTAINMENT". data.census.gov. Retrieved January 3, 2024.
  11. ^ "US Census Bureau, Table S1903: MEDIAN INCOME IN THE PAST 12 MONTHS (IN 2020 INFLATION-ADJUSTED DOLLARS)". data.census.gov. Retrieved January 3, 2024.
  12. ^ "US Census Bureau, Table S2001: EARNINGS IN THE PAST 12 MONTHS (IN 2020 INFLATION-ADJUSTED DOLLARS)". data.census.gov. Retrieved January 3, 2024.

Further reading

See also: List of books about Ottawa County, Kansas

External links


source: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Niles,_Kansas