Alma, Kansas
Alma: county seat in Kansas
About
Alma is a city located in the county of Wabaunsee in the U.S. state of Kansas. Its population at the 2010 census was 832 and a population density of 543 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 776 inhabitants.
Quick Facts about Alma
| Population | 776 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | Kansas (United States) |
| County | Wabaunsee County |
| Phone Area Codes | 785 |
| Area | 1.53 km2 |
| Latitude & Longitude | 39.0167,-96.2892 |
| Altitude | 1,106 feet / 337 meters |
| Capital city | Alma is capital of Wabaunsee County |
| Time Zone | UTC−06:00 |
| Local time | 21:10:36 (22nd April 2026) |
| Postal code | 66401 |
| Density | 506 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth | -7.22% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 57℉ Mostly Cloudy 7-days weather |
Geography
Alma is located at 39°1'0"N 96°17'21"W (39.0166700, -96.2891600).
Alma map
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Weather
Mostly cloudy, with a low around 57. Southwest wind around 15 mph, with gusts as high as 30 mph.
7-Day ForecastOfficial website of Alma
Official WebsiteDemographics
According to census records, the population of Alma decreased by 7.22% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 832 | - | census |
| 2011 | 825 | -0.85% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 815 | -1.23% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 815 | 0% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 802 | -1.62% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 792 | -1.26% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 787 | -0.64% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 778 | -1.16% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 778 | 0% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 776 | -0.26% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 776 | 0% | estimation process |
People born in Alma (1)
American photographer Henry Burt Herrick was born in Alma
Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Alma, KS. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 155496 | Manhattan Christian College | Manhattan (KS) | 66502-4801 |
| 155399 | Kansas State University | Manhattan (KS) | 66506 |
Nearby Transit Stations (2)
Rail and bus stations connected to Alma, 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 |
Closest post offices linked to Alma.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Alma Post Office | Alma (KS) | 66401 |
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- Alma, Michigan city in Michigan, USA with a population of 8,807 people.
- Alma, Arkansas city in Arkansas, USA with a population of 5,887 people.
- Alma, Georgia city in Bacon County, Georgia, United States with a population of 3,336 people.
- Alma, Nebraska city in Nebraska, USA with a population of 1,116 people.
- Alma, Wisconsin city in Buffalo County, Wisconsin, United States with a population of 1,095 people.
- Alma, New York town in Allegany County, New York with a population of 826 people.
- Alma, Texas town in Ellis County, Texas, United States with a population of 400 people.
- Alma, Missouri city in Missouri, USA with a population of 385 people.
- Alma, Colorado human settlement in Park County, Colorado with a population of 329 people.
- Alma, Illinois city in Illinois, USA with a population of 302 people.
Other cities in Wabaunsee County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Wabaunsee County , KS.
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Newbury | 1,024 | City in United States of America |
| Wilmington | 686 | City in United States of America |
| Wabaunsee | 521 | Township in Wabaunsee County, Kansas |
| Maple Hill | 517 | City in Wabaunsee County, Kansas, United States |
| Eskridge | 502 | City in Wabaunsee County, Kansas, United States of America |
| Alta Vista | 419 | City in Wabaunsee County, Kansas, United States of America |
| McFarland | 250 | City in Wabaunsee County, Kansas, United States of America |
| Harveyville | 246 | City in Wabaunsee County, Kansas, United States of America |
| Paxico | 211 | City in Wabaunsee County, Kansas, United States of America |