Matfield Green, Kansas
Matfield Green, Kansas | ||
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FIPS code 20-45150 [1] | | |
GNIS ID | 477807 [1] |
Matfield Green is a city in Chase County, Kansas, United States.[1] As of the 2020 census, the population of the city was 49.[4] It is located along K-177 highway.
History
Early history
For many
From the 16th century to 18th century, the Kingdom of France claimed ownership of large parts of North America. In 1762, after the French and Indian War, France secretly ceded New France to Spain, per the Treaty of Fontainebleau.
19th century
In 1802, Spain returned most of the land to France. In 1803, most of the land for modern day Kansas was acquired by the United States from France as part of the 828,000 square mile Louisiana Purchase for 2.83 cents per acre.
In 1854, the Kansas Territory was organized, then in 1861 Kansas became the 34th U.S. state. In 1859, Chase County was established within the Kansas Territory, which included the land for modern day Matfield Green.
Matfield Green was named after Matfield, in England.[6] The village green at Matfield in Kent is known as Matfield Green.[7]
In 1870, Bazaar Township, Chase County, Kansas which includes Matfield Green had a population of 376, growing to 1,096 by 1880.[8] In its heyday, at the beginning of the 20th century, Matfield Green grew to about 350 residents and possessed a bank, grocery store, livery and blacksmith, hardware, flour mill and lumberyard, and even a hotel for visitors. It also had its own schools. A post office existed in Matfield Green from January 11, 1867 to September 30, 1995.[9]
Present
Like many small towns in Kansas, Matfield Green struggles to maintain its existence. It is helped by a small colony of artists and writers who work to preserve the community, along with the nearby historic Pioneer Bluffs ranch headquarters.
Geography
Matfield Green is located at 38°09′35″N 96°33′43″W / 38.159609°N 96.562013°W (38.159609, -96.562013).,[17] in the scenic Flint Hills[18] of the Great Plains. According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 0.14 square miles (0.36 km2), all of it land.[19]
Climate
The climate in this area is characterized by hot, humid summers and generally mild to cool winters. According to the
Area attractions
Matfield Green has two ranches on the National Register of Historic Places (NRHP): Crocker Ranch[21] (NRHP). 1908-1940 Pioneer Bluffs Ranch[22] (NRHP), approximately 1 mile north on K-177 Highway. Pioneer Bluffs is an early twentieth century ranch, consisting of one dozen vintage farm buildings.[23][24]
Demographics
Census | Pop. | Note | %± |
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1880 | 324 | — | |
1930 | 182 | — | |
1940 | 146 | −19.8% | |
1950 | 119 | −18.5% | |
1960 | 95 | −20.2% | |
1970 | 77 | −18.9% | |
1980 | 71 | −7.8% | |
1990 | 33 | −53.5% | |
2000 | 60 | 81.8% | |
2010 | 47 | −21.7% | |
2020 | 49 | 4.3% | |
U.S. Decennial Census |
Matfield Green is part of the
2020 census
The
Of the 28 households, 17.9% had children under the age of 18; 50.0% were married couples living together; 14.3% had a female householder with no spouse or partner present. 39.3% of households consisted of individuals and 7.1% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older.[26] The average household size was 2.0 and the average family size was 3.6.[30]
22.4% of the population was under the age of 18, 2.0% from 18 to 24, 14.3% from 25 to 44, 40.8% from 45 to 64, and 20.4% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 47.9 years. For every 100 females, there were 88.5 males.[26] For every 100 females ages 18 and older, there were 81.0 males.[26]
2010 census
As of the
There were 24 households, of which 16.7% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 41.7% were married couples living together, 4.2% had a male householder with no wife present, and 54.2% were non-families. 37.5% of all households were made up of individuals, and 16.6% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 1.96 and the average family size was 2.73.
The median age in the city was 58.8 years. 17% of residents were under the age of 18; 0.0% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 12.8% were from 25 to 44; 34.1% were from 45 to 64; and 36.2% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 51.1% male and 48.9% female.
2000 census
As of the
There were 31 households, out of which 29.0% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 45.2% were married couples living together, and 41.9% were non-families. 38.7% of all households were made up of individuals, and 22.6% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 1.94 and the average family size was 2.56.
In the city, the population was spread out, with 20.0% under the age of 18, 1.7% from 18 to 24, 23.3% from 25 to 44, 31.7% from 45 to 64, and 23.3% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 49 years. For every 100 females, there were 114.3 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 128.6 males.
As of 2000 the median income for a household in the city was $27,500, and the median income for a family was $29,375. Males had a median income of $23,750 versus $14,375 for females. The
Government
The Matfield Green government consists of a mayor and five council members. The council meets the 1st Monday of each month at 7PM.[2]
- City Hall, 302 Orient Street.
Education
The community is served by Chase County USD 284 public school district. It has two schools.
- Chase County Junior/Senior High School, 600 Main St in Cottonwood Falls.
- Chase County Elementary School, 401 Maple St in Cottonwood Falls.
Matfield Green schools were closed through school unification. The Matfield Green High School mascot was Matfield Green Panthers.[33]
Infrastructure
Transportation
Utilities
- Internet
- Satellite Internet is provided by WildBlue.
- Satellite Internet is provided by
- TV
- Satellite TV is provided by DirecTV, Dish Network.
- Free over-the-air ATSC digital TV.
See also
References
- ^ a b c d e "Matfield Green, Kansas", Geographic Names Information System, United States Geological Survey, United States Department of the Interior
- ^ a b c "City of Matfield Green". The League of Kansas Municipalities. May 26, 2019.
- ^ "2019 U.S. Gazetteer Files". United States Census Bureau. Retrieved July 24, 2020.
- ^ a b "Profile of Matfield Green, Kansas in 2020". United States Census Bureau. Archived from the original on November 11, 2021. Retrieved November 11, 2021.
- ^ "Emporia State University, The Historic Indians of Kansas". Retrieved August 3, 2023.
- ISBN 9780974435886.
- ^ Ordnance Survey
- ^ "William G. Cutler's History of the State of Kansas, 1883, Chase County, Bazaar Township". Retrieved August 3, 2023.
- ^ "Kansas Post Offices, 1828-1961 (archived)". Kansas Historical Society. Archived from the original on October 9, 2013. Retrieved June 5, 2014.
- ^ "Center for Living Education , Matfield Green". Archived from the original on August 26, 2016.
- ^ "Flint Hills Ranch Listed for $8.58 Million". June 28, 2019.
- S2CID 214340391.
- ^ "Traveler - Musical Prairie".
- ^ "Program – Tallgrass Artist Residency".
- ^ "Couple protects Flint Hills land". September 2006.
- ^ "Posts in Flint Hills Coalition | Articles". December 3, 2012.
- ^ "US Gazetteer files: 2010, 2000, and 1990". United States Census Bureau. February 12, 2011. Retrieved April 23, 2011.
- ^ "Flint Hills Tourism Coalition". Archived from the original on August 10, 2013. Retrieved March 28, 2020.
- ^ "US Gazetteer files 2010". United States Census Bureau. Archived from the original on January 12, 2012. Retrieved July 6, 2012.
- ^ Climate Summary for Matfield Green, Kansas
- ^ National Register of Historic Places - Crocker Ranch
- ^ National Register of Historic Places - Pioneer Bluffs Ranch
- ^ Pioneer Bluffs Ranch web site
- ^ 'PrairyErth' returns home; The Wichita Eagle, July 17, 2010
- ^ "US Census Bureau, Table P16: HOUSEHOLD TYPE". data.census.gov. Retrieved January 16, 2024.
- ^ a b c d e "US Census Bureau, Table DP1: PROFILE OF GENERAL POPULATION AND HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS". data.census.gov. Retrieved January 16, 2024.
- ^ Bureau, US Census. "Gazetteer Files". Census.gov. Retrieved December 30, 2023.
- ^ "US Census Bureau, Table P1: RACE". data.census.gov. Retrieved January 16, 2024.
- ^ "US Census Bureau, Table P2: HISPANIC OR LATINO, AND NOT HISPANIC OR LATINO BY RACE". data.census.gov. Retrieved January 16, 2024.
- ^ "US Census Bureau, Table S1101: HOUSEHOLDS AND FAMILIES". data.census.gov. Retrieved January 16, 2024.
- ^ "U.S. Census website". United States Census Bureau. Retrieved July 6, 2012.
- ^ "U.S. Census website". United States Census Bureau. Retrieved January 31, 2008.
- ^ "Hold a Homecoming for Matfield Green Alumni", The Emporia Gazette, January 30, 1940, p.6.
Further reading
External links
- Matfield Green - Directory of Public Officials
- Chase County Chamber of Commerce
- Matfield Green, a "Quiet" town in Chase County, Kansas, History and photographs.
- Rockne Memorial, site of the TWA crash that killed Knute Rockne.
- Matfield Green city map, KDOT
- Topo Map of Matfield Green area, USGS