Yoder, Kansas
Yoder, Kansas | |
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 Hardware & Lumber (2014) | |
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| Coordinates: 37°56′25″N 97°52′6″W / 37.94028°N 97.86833°W[1] | |
| Country | United States |
| State | Kansas |
| County | Reno |
| Township | Yoder |
| Founded | 1889 |
| Named for | Valentine Yoder |
| Area | |
| • Total | 37.6 sq mi (97.5 km2) |
| • Land | 37.2 sq mi (96.5 km2) |
| • Water | 0.4 sq mi (1.0 km2) |
| Elevation | 1,539 ft (469 m) |
| Population | |
| • Total | 165 |
| • Density | 4.4/sq mi (1.7/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (CST) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code | 67585 |
| Area code | 620 |
| FIPS code | 20-80750 |
| GNIS ID | 473653[1] |
| Website | yoderkansas.com |
Yoder is an unincorporated community in Reno County, Kansas, United States.[1] As of the 2020 census, the population of the community and nearby areas was 165.[2] It is located approximately 10 miles southeast of the city of Hutchinson on K-96. Although Yoder is unincorporated, with no city government, it does have a U.S. Post Office and its own ZIP code (67585). Yoder is the hub of a local Amish community.
History[edit]
The community derives its name from its Amish founder, Valentine Yoder.
The first post office in Yoder was established in November 1889.[3]
The community was home to the former Naval Air Station Hutchinson, later renamed to Hutchinson Air Force Station, and currently named as Sunflower Aerodrome Gliderport.
Geography[edit]
Climate[edit]
The climate in this area is characterized by hot, humid summers and generally mild to cool winters. According to the Köppen Climate Classification system, Yoder has a humid subtropical climate, abbreviated "Cfa" on climate maps.[4]
Demographics[edit]
| Census | Pop. | Note | %± |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 194 | — | |
| 2020 | 165 | −14.9% | |
| U.S. Decennial Census | |||
For statistical purposes, the United States Census Bureau has defined Yoder as a census-designated place (CDP).
Education[edit]
The community is served by Haven USD 312 public school district.
Area events[edit]
Yoder Heritage Day takes place annually on the fourth Saturday in August.[5]
Gallery[edit]
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Looking south down Main Street (2006) -
Demelia's Quilt Co (2014) -
Discount Grocery (2014) -
Horse-drawn carriage (2003)
References[edit]
- ^ a b c d U.S. Geological Survey Geographic Names Information System: Yoder, Kansas
- ^ a b "Profile of Yoder, Kansas (CDP) in 2020". United States Census Bureau. Archived from the original on March 28, 2022. Retrieved March 28, 2022.
- ^ "Kansas Post Offices, 1828-1961". Kansas Historical Society. p. 2. Retrieved June 22, 2014.
- ^ Climate Summary for Yoder, Kansas
- ^ Yoder Heritage Day
Further reading[edit]
External links[edit]
- Community of Yoder
- Yoder Heritage Day.
- "Yoder Amish Settlement". Amish State Guide.
- Reno County maps: Current, Historic, KDOT
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| Footnotes | †This community is designated a Census-Designated Place (CDP) by the United States Census Bureau. | |