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Durham, Kansas

Coordinates: 38°29′04″N 97°13′37″W / 38.48444°N 97.22694°W / 38.48444; -97.22694
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Durham, Kansas
City
Downtown Durham (2010)
Downtown Durham (2010)
Location within Marion County and Kansas
Location within Marion County and Kansas
KDOT map of Marion County (legend)
KDOT map of Marion County (legend)
Coordinates: 38°29′04″N 97°13′37″W / 38.48444°N 97.22694°W / 38.48444; -97.22694[1]
CountryUnited States
StateKansas
CountyMarion
TownshipDurham Park
Platted1887 (Durham)
1887 (Funk)
Incorporated1906
Named forDurham cattle
Government
 • TypeMayor–Council
 • MayorMichael Sorensen [citation needed]
Area
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 • Total0.17 sq mi (0.45 km2)
 • Land0.17 sq mi (0.45 km2)
 • Water0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2)
Elevation
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1,371 ft (418 m)
Population
 (2020)[3]
 • Total89
 • Density520/sq mi (200/km2)
Time zoneUTC-6 (CST)
 • Summer (DST)UTC-5 (CDT)
ZIP code
67438
Area code620
FIPS code20-19050
GNIS ID2394582[1]

Durham is a city in Marion County, Kansas, United States.[1] As of the 2020 census, the population of the city was 89.[3] The city took its name from Durham cattle.[4] It is located about 8.5 miles (14 km) north of Hillsboro on the west side of K-15 highway next to a railroad.

History

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1915 Railroad Map of Marion County

Early history

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See also: History of Kansas

For many millennia, the Great Plains of North America was inhabited by nomadic Native Americans. From the 16th century to 18th century, the Kingdom of France claimed ownership of large parts of North America. In 1762, after the French and Indian War, France secretly ceded New France to Spain, per the Treaty of Fontainebleau.

19th century

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In 1802, Spain returned most of the land to France. In 1803, most of the land for modern day Kansas was acquired by the United States from France as part of the 828,000-square-mile (2,140,000 km2) Louisiana Purchase for 2.83 cents per acre (7.0 ¢/ha).

In 1806, Zebulon Pike led the Pike Expedition westward from St Louis, Missouri, of which part of their journey followed the Cottonwood River through Marion County near the current cities of Florence, Marion, Durham.[5]

From the 1820s to the 1870s, one of the most significant land routes in the United States was the Santa Fe Trail. It was located about 1 mile (1.5 km) northwest of Durham. The trail was active across Marion County from 1821 to 1866.[6]

In 1854, the Kansas Territory was organized, then in 1861 Kansas became the 34th U.S. state. In 1855, Marion County was established within the Kansas Territory, which included the land for modern day Durham.[7]

In 1887, the Chicago, Kansas and Nebraska Railway built a main line from Herington through Durham to Pratt.[8] In 1888, this line was extended to Liberal. Later, it was extended to Tucumcari, New Mexico and El Paso, Texas. It foreclosed in 1891 and taken over by Chicago, Rock Island and Pacific Railway, which shut down in 1980 and reorganized as Oklahoma, Kansas and Texas Railroad, merged in 1988 with Missouri Pacific Railroad, and finally merged in 1997 with Union Pacific Railroad. Most locals still refer to this railroad as the "Rock Island".

A post office was established in Durham Park on June 22, 1874 (near current Cottonwood Grove Christian School northwest of Durham), then it was moved to the community of Durham on September 19, 1887[9] around the time the new railroad was built through the area.

20th century

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In 1906, Durham incorporated as a city.[10]

In 1962, James C. Donahue established the Donahue Corporation, maker of farm implement carriers, and has grown to a 40,000 sq ft (3,700 m2) facility. They have built and distributed over 50,000 implement carriers.[11] It currently is located approximately 0.5 miles (0.8 km) northeast of Durham on 290th St.

Geography

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Durham is located at coordinates 38.4861202, -97.2280808 in the scenic Flint Hills and Great Plains of the state of Kansas.[1] According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 0.20 square miles (0.52 km2), all of it land.[12]

Climate

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The climate in this area is characterized by hot, humid summers and generally mild to cool winters. According to the Köppen Climate Classification system, Durham has a humid subtropical climate, abbreviated "Cfa" on climate maps.[13]

Area attractions

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Durham has one listing on the National Register of Historic Places (NRHP).

Demographics

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Historical population
CensusPop.Note%±
1910268—
19202887.5%
1930254−11.8%
1940245−3.5%
1950229−6.5%
1960183−20.1%
1970143−21.9%
1980130−9.1%
1990119−8.5%
2000114−4.2%
2010112−1.8%
202089−20.5%
U.S. Decennial Census

2020 census

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The 2020 United States census counted 89 people, 49 households, and 33 families in Durham.[16][17] The population density was 511.5 per square mile (197.5/km2). There were 58 housing units at an average density of 333.3 per square mile (128.7/km2).[17][18] The racial makeup was 93.26% (83) white or European American (86.52% non-Hispanic white), 0.0% (0) black or African-American, 2.25% (2) Native American or Alaska Native, 0.0% (0) Asian, 0.0% (0) Pacific Islander or Native Hawaiian, 1.12% (1) from other races, and 3.37% (3) from two or more races.[19] Hispanic or Latino of any race was 8.99% (8) of the population.[20]

Of the 49 households, 26.5% had children under the age of 18; 53.1% were married couples living together; 32.7% had a female householder with no spouse or partner present. 28.6% of households consisted of individuals and 22.4% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older.[17] The average household size was 1.8 and the average family size was 2.1.[21] The percent of those with a bachelor’s degree or higher was estimated to be 2.2% of the population.[22]

15.7% of the population was under the age of 18, 5.6% from 18 to 24, 24.7% from 25 to 44, 19.1% from 45 to 64, and 34.8% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 53.2 years. For every 100 females, there were 102.3 males.[17] For every 100 females ages 18 and older, there were 114.3 males.[17]

The 2016-2020 5-year American Community Survey estimates show that the median household income was $40,000 (with a margin of error of +/- $11,322) and the median family income was $46,250 (+/- $12,899).[23] Males had a median income of $41,250 (+/- $29,334).[24] Approximately, 0.0% of families and 7.0% of the population were below the poverty line, including 0.0% of those under the age of 18 and 7.0% of those ages 65 or over.[25][26]

2010 census

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As of the census[27] of 2010, there were 112 people, 48 households, and 34 families residing in the city. The population density was 560.0 inhabitants per square mile (216.2/km2). There were 65 housing units at an average density of 325.0 per square mile (125.5/km2). The racial makeup of the city was 99.1% White and 0.9% from other races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 4.5% of the population.

There were 48 households, of which 25.0% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 66.7% were married couples living together, 4.2% had a female householder with no husband present, and 29.2% were non-families. 25.0% of all households were made up of individuals, and 12.5% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.33 and the average family size was 2.79.

The median age in the city was 47 years. 20.5% of residents were under the age of 18; 5.5% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 22.4% were from 25 to 44; 27.7% were from 45 to 64; and 24.1% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 51.8% male and 48.2% female.

2000 census

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As of the census of 2000,[28] there were 114 people, 51 households, and 29 families residing in the city. The population density was 541.7 inhabitants per square mile (209.2/km2). There were 64 housing units at an average density of 304.1 per square mile (117.4/km2). The racial makeup of the city was 98.25% White and 1.75% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.88% of the population.

There were 51 households, out of which 27.5% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 45.1% were married couples living together, 9.8% had a female householder with no husband present, and 41.2% were non-families. 37.3% of all households were made up of individuals, and 25.5% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.24 and the average family size was 2.87.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 23.7% under the age of 18, 6.1% from 18 to 24, 19.3% from 25 to 44, 29.8% from 45 to 64, and 21.1% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 46 years. For every 100 females, there were 100.0 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 77.6 males.

As of 2000 the median income for a household in the city was $26,875, and the median income for a family was $47,917. Males had a median income of $28,000 versus $25,625 for females. The per capita income for the city was $16,402. No families and 3.1% of the population were below the poverty line, including none under the age of 18 and over age 65.

Economy

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Durham is home of Donahue Corporation,[11] Jason Wiebe Dairy,[29] Main Street Cafe,[30] G & R Implement, Agri Trails CO-OP.

Government

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The Durham government consists of a mayor and five council members. The council meets the 1st Tuesday after the 1st Monday of each month at 7PM.[31]

  • Fire Department, Douglas Ave.
  • Durham Community Center, Douglas Ave.
  • U.S. Post Office, 508 S Douglas Ave.

Education

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Public

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The community is served by Hillsboro USD 410 public school district. The high school is a member of T.E.E.N., a shared video teaching network between five area high schools.[32] All students attend schools in Hillsboro.

Durham schools were closed through school unification. The Durham Hornets[33] won the Kansas State High School boys class BB basketball championship in 1963.[34]

Private

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  • Cottonwood Grove Christian School, Private Grade School, 2925 Goldenrod Rd, approximately 1 mile northwest of Durham.

Media

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See also: Media in Wichita, Kansas; List of newspapers in Kansas; List of radio stations in Kansas; and List of television stations in Kansas

Print

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Infrastructure

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Transportation

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K-15 highway runs along the east side of the city. Durham is served by the Union Pacific Railroad, formerly the Southern Pacific, and prior, the Chicago, Rock Island and Pacific Railroad. Durham is located on UP's Golden State main line to El Paso, Texas. A Union Pacific Local still serves the Durham Elevator during the Kansas summer harvests. The line was originally built by the Chicago, Kansas and Nebraska Railroad.

Utilities

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See also

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References

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  1. ^ a b c d e U.S. Geological Survey Geographic Names Information System: Durham, Kansas
  2. ^ "2019 U.S. Gazetteer Files". United States Census Bureau. Retrieved July 24, 2020.
  3. ^ a b "Profile of Durham, Kansas in 2020". United States Census Bureau. Archived from the original on November 11, 2021. Retrieved November 11, 2021.
  4. ^ "Profile for Durham, Kansas". ePodunk. Retrieved July 6, 2014.
  5. ^ "1806 Pike Expedition map through Marion County" (PDF). Archived from the original (PDF) on March 17, 2012. Retrieved June 1, 2011.
  6. ^ History of the Cottonwood Crossing Chapter, Santa Fe Trail Association.
  7. ^ "The History of Marion County and Courthouse". Archived from the original on February 27, 2018. Retrieved April 23, 2014.
  8. ^ "Rock Island Rail History". Archived from the original on June 19, 2011. Retrieved April 17, 2011.
  9. ^ "Kansas Post Offices, 1828-1961 (archived)". Kansas Historical Society. Archived from the original on October 9, 2013. Retrieved June 14, 2014.
  10. ^ Blackmar, Frank Wilson (1912). Kansas: A Cyclopedia of State History, Embracing Events, Institutions, Industries, Counties, Cities, Towns, Prominent Persons, Etc. Standard Publishing Company. pp. 554.
  11. ^ a b Donahue Corporation
  12. ^ "US Gazetteer files 2010". United States Census Bureau. Archived from the original on July 2, 2012. Retrieved July 6, 2012.
  13. ^ Climate Summary for Durham, Kansas
  14. ^ National Register of Historic Places - Santa Fe Trail - Marion County Segments
  15. ^ Cottonwood Crossing
  16. ^ "US Census Bureau, Table P16: HOUSEHOLD TYPE". data.census.gov. Retrieved January 3, 2024.
  17. ^ a b c d e "US Census Bureau, Table DP1: PROFILE OF GENERAL POPULATION AND HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS". data.census.gov. Retrieved January 3, 2024.
  18. ^ Bureau, US Census. "Gazetteer Files". Census.gov. Retrieved December 30, 2023. {{cite web}}: |last= has generic name (help)
  19. ^ "US Census Bureau, Table P1: RACE". data.census.gov. Retrieved January 3, 2024.
  20. ^ "US Census Bureau, Table P2: HISPANIC OR LATINO, AND NOT HISPANIC OR LATINO BY RACE". data.census.gov. Retrieved January 3, 2024.
  21. ^ "US Census Bureau, Table S1101: HOUSEHOLDS AND FAMILIES". data.census.gov. Retrieved January 3, 2024.
  22. ^ "US Census Bureau, Table S1501: EDUCATIONAL ATTAINMENT". data.census.gov. Retrieved January 3, 2024.
  23. ^ "US Census Bureau, Table S1903: MEDIAN INCOME IN THE PAST 12 MONTHS (IN 2020 INFLATION-ADJUSTED DOLLARS)". data.census.gov. Retrieved January 3, 2024.
  24. ^ "US Census Bureau, Table S2001: EARNINGS IN THE PAST 12 MONTHS (IN 2020 INFLATION-ADJUSTED DOLLARS)". data.census.gov. Retrieved January 3, 2024.
  25. ^ "US Census Bureau, Table S1701: POVERTY STATUS IN THE PAST 12 MONTHS". data.census.gov. Retrieved January 3, 2024.
  26. ^ "US Census Bureau, Table S1702: POVERTY STATUS IN THE PAST 12 MONTHS OF FAMILIES". data.census.gov. Retrieved January 3, 2024.
  27. ^ "U.S. Census website". United States Census Bureau. Retrieved July 6, 2012.
  28. ^ "U.S. Census website". United States Census Bureau. Retrieved January 31, 2008.
  29. ^ Jason Wiebe Dairy
  30. ^ Main Street Cafe
  31. ^ "Durham - Directory of Public Officials". Archived from the original on March 8, 2012. Retrieved April 22, 2011.
  32. ^ T.E.E.N. video teaching network
  33. ^ "Durhams Hornets Buzz Past Scandia", The Salina Journal, 3 March 1966, p.16.
  34. ^ "Basketball". KSHSAA. Archived from the original on January 2, 2017. Retrieved January 3, 2017.

Further reading

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See also: List of books about Marion County, Kansas
See also: List of books about Santa Fe Trail
  • Durham Kansas Centennial 1887-1987 Pride in the Past Faith in the Future; B002FD0F7E; 222 pages; 1987.
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