Americus, Kansas
Americus: township in Lyon County, Kansas
About
Americus is a township located in the county of Lyon in the U.S. state of Kansas. Its population at the 2010 census was 894. After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 872 inhabitants.
Quick Facts about Americus
| Population | 872 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | Kansas (United States) |
| County | Lyon County |
| Latitude & Longitude | 38.5070,-96.2619 |
| Time Zone | America/Chicago |
| Local time | 02:56:43 (18th April 2026) |
| Postal code | 66835 |
| Population growth | -2.52% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 59℉ Slight Chance Rain Showers then Sunny 7-days weather |
Geography
Americus is located at 38°30'25"N 96°15'43"W (38.5069600, -96.2619400).
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Weather
A slight chance of rain showers before 7am. Sunny, with a high near 59. Northwest wind around 15 mph, with gusts as high as 30 mph. Chance of precipit...
7-Day ForecastDemographics
According to census records, the population of Americus decreased by 2.52% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 894 | - | census |
| 2011 | 894 | 0% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 891 | -0.34% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 887 | -0.45% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 880 | -0.8% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 885 | 0.56% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 887 | 0.23% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 883 | -0.45% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 883 | 0% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 878 | -0.57% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 872 | -0.69% | estimation process |
Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Americus, KS. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 155052 | Flint Hills Technical College | Emporia (KS) | 66801-5957 |
| 155025 | Emporia State University | Emporia (KS) | 66801-5415 |
Nearby Transit Stations (3)
Rail and bus stations connected to Americus, KS. Select a station to open its map and address details.
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| TOP | Topeka | 500 SE Holliday Place | RAIL |
| LRC | Lawrence | 413 East 7th Street | RAIL |
| NEW | Newton | 414 North Main St. | RAIL |
Closest post offices linked to Americus.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Americu Post Office | Americus (KS) | 66835 |
| Emporia Post Office | Emporia (KS) | 66801 |
| Allen Post Office | Allen (KS) | 66833 |
| Admir Post Office | Admire (KS) | 66830 |
| Council Grov Post Office | Council Grove (KS) | 66846 |
Other places with the same name (1)
- Americus, Georgia city in Sumter County, Georgia, USA with a population of 14,987 people.
Other cities in Lyon County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Lyon County , KS.
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Emporia | 858 | County seat of Lyon County, Kansas, United States |
| Olpe | 530 | City in Lyon County, Kansas, United States |
| Hartford | 368 | Human settlement in Lyon County, Kansas, United States of America |
| Plymouth | 273 | Human settlement in United States of America |
| Neosho Rapids | 262 | City in Lyon County, Kansas, United States |
| Reading | 248 | City in Kansas, United States |
| Allen | 169 | Human settlement in Lyon County, Kansas, United States of America |
| Admire | 153 | Human settlement in Lyon County, Kansas, United States of America |
| Bushong | 33 | Human settlement in Lyon County, Kansas, United States of America |