Hiawatha, Kansas
Hiawatha: city in Kansas, United States
About
Hiawatha is a city located in the county of Brown in the U.S. state of Kansas. Its population at the 2010 census was 710 and a population density of 106 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 597 inhabitants.
The city was created 169 years ago in 1856.
Quick Facts about Hiawatha
| Population | 597 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | Kansas (United States) |
| County | Brown County |
| Postal code | 66434 |
| Phone Area Codes | 785 |
| Area | 6.7 km2 |
| Latitude & Longitude | 39.8525,-95.5358 |
| Altitude | 1,132 feet / 345 meters |
| Capital city | Hiawatha is capital of Brown County |
| Establishment | January 01, 1857 (169 years ago) |
| Time Zone | America/Chicago |
| Local time | 02:45:11 (16th April 2026) |
| Density | 89 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth | -18.93% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 82℉ Sunny 7-days weather |
Geography
Hiawatha is located at 39°51'9"N 95°32'9"W (39.8525000, -95.5358200).
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Official WebsiteDemographics
According to census records, the population of Hiawatha decreased by 18.93% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 710 | - | census |
| 2011 | 625 | -13.6% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 619 | -0.97% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 622 | 0.48% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 615 | -1.14% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 610 | -0.82% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 607 | -0.49% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 603 | -0.66% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 604 | 0.17% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 602 | -0.33% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 597 | -0.84% | estimation process |
People born in Hiawatha (8)
People born in Hiawatha, including basketball coach John McLendon, banker Bion Barnett, football player Don Hill, .
More notable people
- Joe Wilhoit (American baseball player) he was born in 20/12/1885
- William M. Gallagher (American photographer) he was born in 26/02/1923
- Dennis Pyle (American politician) he was born in 04/02/1961
- D. C. Mitchell (American football and basketball player and coach) he was born in 03/01/1888
- John H. Adams Jr. (tuskegee Airmen) he was born in 01/01/1918
Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Hiawatha, KS. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 155186 | Highland Community College | Highland (KS) | 66035-4165 |
Nearby Transit Stations (3)
Rail and bus stations connected to Hiawatha, 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 |
| KCY | Union Station | 30 West Pershing Rd. | RAIL |
Closest post offices linked to Hiawatha.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Hiawatha Post Office | Hiawatha (KS) | 66434 |
Other places with the same name (2)
- Hiawatha, Iowa city in Iowa with a population of 7,466 people.
- Hiawatha, Michigan township in Schoolcraft County, Michigan with a population of 1,240 people.
Other cities in Brown County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Brown County , KS.
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Horton | 1,668 | Human settlement in Brown County, Kansas, United States of America |
| Baker | 1,391 | Human settlement in United States of America |
| Everest | 272 | City in Brown County, Kansas, United States of America |
| Fairview | 246 | City in Kansas |
| Morrill | 231 | City in Brown County, Kansas, United States of America |
| Padonia | 223 | Township in Brown County, Kansas |
| Robinson | 223 | City in Kansas, USA |
| Reserve | 81 | City in Kansas, United States |
| Powhattan | 72 | Township in Brown County, Kansas |
| Willis | 36 | City in Brown County, Kansas, United States |
| Hamlin | 35 | Human settlement in Brown County, Kansas, United States of America |