Independence, Kansas
Independence: city in and the county seat of Montgomery County, Kansas, United States
About
Independence is a city located in the county of Montgomery in the U.S. state of Kansas. Its population at the 2010 census was 132 and a population density of 7 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 123 inhabitants.
The city was created 157 years ago in 1868.
Quick Facts about Independence
| Population | 123 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | Kansas (United States) |
| County | Montgomery County |
| Postal code | 67301 |
| Phone Area Codes | 620 |
| Area | 19.73 km2 |
| Latitude & Longitude | 37.2242,-95.7083 |
| Altitude | 804 feet / 245 meters |
| Capital city | Independence is capital of Montgomery County |
| Establishment | January 01, 1869 (157 years ago) |
| Time Zone | America/Chicago |
| Local time | 14:16:01 (14th April 2026) |
| Density | 6 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth | -7.32% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 78℉ Chance Showers And Thunderstorms 7-days weather |
Geography
Independence is located at 37°13'27"N 95°42'30"W (37.2242400, -95.7083100).
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Weather
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Official WebsiteDemographics
According to census records, the population of Independence decreased by 7.32% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 132 | - | census |
| 2011 | 133 | 0.75% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 131 | -1.53% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 128 | -2.34% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 128 | 0% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 127 | -0.79% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 127 | 0% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 123 | -3.25% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 123 | 0% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 122 | -0.82% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 123 | 0.81% | estimation process |
Services and Civic Places in Independence
1US Agricultural Department
410 Peter Pan Rd, Independence, KS 67301, United States View details
Phone: +16203314860 | Website available
2Independence City Hall
811 W Laurel St, Independence, KS 67301 View details
Phone: +16203322500 | Website available
People born in Independence (28)
People born in Independence, including film production designer Donald Graham Burt, musician Maxwell Davis, actor Gerry Bamman, .
More notable people
- Scott Hastings (American basketball player) he was born in 03/06/1960
- Walter Lewis McVey, Jr. (American politician) he was born in 19/02/1922
- Helen Foster (American actress) she was born in 23/05/1906
- Gareth Porter (American historian) he was born in 18/06/1942
- Benny Bartlett (actor (1924-1999)) he was born in 16/08/1924
- Dave McGinnis (American football player, coach, and sportscaster) he was born in 07/08/1951
- Derek Schmidt (American politician) he was born in 23/01/1968
- Flora L. Thornton (American actress, philanthropist) she was born in 01/11/1913
- Herm Merritt (American baseball player) he was born in 12/11/1900
- Jeff King (American politician) he was born in 15/05/1975
- Jim Halsey (American artist manager, agent, and impresario) he was born in 07/10/1930
- Rexford Newcomb (American architect) he was born in 24/04/1886
- Rick Cramer (professional golfer) he was born in 19/07/1960
- Ron Warner (American football player) he was born in 26/09/1975
- Sherman Halsey (music video director) he was born in 22/02/1957
- Tony Banfield (American football player) he was born in 18/12/1937
- W. C. Smith (American football coach, university administrator) he was born in 09/08/1884
- Scott Blasi (American Horse Trainer) he was born in 24/08/1973
Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Independence, KS. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 155201 | Independence Community College | Independence (KS) | 67301-0708 |
Closest post offices linked to Independence.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Independen Post Office | Independence (KS) | 67301 |
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Other cities in Montgomery County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Montgomery County , KS.
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Coffeyville | 9,169 | City in southeastern Montgomery County, Kansas, United States |
| Cherryvale | 2,122 | City in Montgomery County, Kansas, United States of America |
| Caney | 1,948 | City in Montgomery County, Kansas, United States of America |
| Bolton | 1,634 | City in United States of America |
| Sycamore | 808 | Unincorporated community in Montgomery County, Kansas |
| Dearing | 377 | Human settlement in Montgomery County, Kansas, United States of America |
| Elk City | 292 | City in Montgomery County, Kansas, United States |
| Tyro | 195 | Human settlement in Montgomery County, Kansas, United States of America |
| Liberty | 110 | City in Kansas, United States |
| Havana | 104 | City in Kansas, United States |
| Jefferson | 95 | Unincorporated community in Kansas, United States |