Salina, Kansas
Salina: The most populous city in Saline County, Kansas.
About
Salina is a city located in the county of Saline in the U.S. state of Kansas. Its population at the 2010 census was 47,707 and a population density of 726 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 46,274 inhabitants.
The city was created 168 years ago in 1857.
Salina, Kansas is a city in Saline County, Kansas. It is the county seat of Saline County and had a population of 46,889 as of the 2020 census.
The city is named after Salina Creek. The creek was named by early settlers who mistook its salt content for that of a salt creek.
Salina is located at (37.845505, -97.722003). According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 66.65 square miles (172.04 km²), all land.
Salina is on U.S.-56; it is also served by K-4 and K-202 highways, as well as its own municipal airport, which is approximately north of the city center in southeast Salina; this airport serves primarily general aviation traffic and hosts an annual air show each fall with tens of thousands attending each year from around the state and beyond.
Salina is home to Haskell Indian Nations University and has several other colleges within its limits. It is also home to many retail stores and restaurants as well as various other businesses.
Quick Facts about Salina
| Population | 46,274 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | Kansas (United States) |
| County | Saline County |
| Different from | Saliena |
| Postal code | 67401–67402 |
| Phone Area Codes | 785 |
| Area | 65.72 km2 |
| Latitude & Longitude | 38.8403,-97.6114 |
| Altitude | 1,224 feet / 373 meters |
| Capital city | Salina is capital of Saline County |
| Establishment | January 01, 1858 (168 years ago) |
| Time Zone | Central Time Zone |
| Local time | 23:04:32 (15th April 2026) |
| Density | 704 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth | -3.1% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 60℉ Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms 7-days weather |
Geography
Salina is located at 38°50'25"N 97°36'41"W (38.8402800, -97.6114200).
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Weather
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Official WebsiteDemographics
According to census records, the population of Salina decreased by 3.1% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 47,707 | - | census |
| 2011 | 47,923 | 0.45% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 47,975 | 0.11% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 47,912 | -0.13% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 47,715 | -0.41% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 47,639 | -0.16% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 47,220 | -0.89% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 46,826 | -0.84% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 46,707 | -0.25% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 46,550 | -0.34% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 46,274 | -0.6% | estimation process |
People born in Salina (58)
People born in Salina, including film actor George Murdock, musician Herbie Harper, politician Dean M. Gillespie, .
More notable people
- John Balthasar Brungardt (Catholic bishop) he was born in 10/07/1958
- John W. Carlin (American politician) he was born in 03/08/1940
- Gene Mauch (baseball player) he was born in 18/11/1925
- Luke French (American baseball player) he was born in 13/09/1985
- Terence Newman (All-American college football player, professional football player, defensive back) he was born in 04/09/1978
- Gene Wojciechowski (Sports writer)
- Nikol Soulis (American basketball player) she was born in 17/05/1985
- Adrianna Franch (American soccer player) she was born in 12/11/1990
- Alan Jilka (American mayor) he was born in 28/03/1962
- Brent Venables (American football player and coach) he was born in 18/12/1970
- Breon Mitchell (Linguist, Professor) he was born in 09/08/1942
- Dennis Shaver (American track and field coach)
- Jeremy Petty (American racing driver) he was born in 31/08/1982
- Jim Millinder (American soccer player-coach) he was born in 27/11/1958
- John F. Hayes (American lawyer and politician) he was born in 11/12/1919
- Karen Philipp (American actress and singer) she was born in 07/09/1945
- Kenneth S. Davis (American historian) he was born in 29/09/1912
- Kurt Budke (American basketball player-coach) he was born in 03/06/1961
Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Salina, KS. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 478917 | Hays Academy of Hair Design | Salina (KS) | 67401-0000 |
Nearby Transit Stations (2)
Rail and bus stations connected to Salina, KS. Select a station to open its map and address details.
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| NEW | Newton | 414 North Main St. | RAIL |
| HUT | Hutchinson | North Walnut St & East 3rd Ave | RAIL |
Closest post offices linked to Salina.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Salina Post Office | Salina (KS) | 67401 |
Other places with the same name (3)
- Salina, Utah city in Sevier County, Utah, United States with a population of 2,648 people.
- Salina, Oklahoma human settlement in Mayes County, Oklahoma, United States of America with a population of 1,396 people.
- Salina, Illinois township of Illinois with a population of 1,306 people.
Other cities in Saline County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Saline County , KS.
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Assaria | 408 | City in Saline County, Kansas, United States of America |
| Gypsum | 391 | City in Saline County, Kansas, United States of America |
| Falun | 281 | Community in Saline County in Kansas, USA |
| Brookville | 252 | Human settlement in Saline County, Kansas, United States of America |
| Trenton | 247 | Human settlement in Kansas, United States of America |
| Smolan | 203 | Township in Saline County, Kansas |
| New Cambria | 125 | Human settlement in Saline County, Kansas, United States of America |
| Glendale | 107 | Unincorporated community in Saline County, Kansas |
Distance to Other Cities
Salina distances to largest Kansas cities