Wells, Kansas

Wells is an unincorporated community in Ottawa County, Kansas, United States.[1] As of the 2020 census, the population of the community and nearby areas was 45.[2]

Wells, Kansas
KDOT map of Ottawa County (legend)
KDOT map of Ottawa County (legend)
Wells is located in Kansas
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Wells
Wells is located in the United States
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Coordinates: 39°08′20″N 97°33′03″W[1]
CountryUnited States
StateKansas
CountyOttawa
Elevation1,368 ft (417 m)
Population
  Total45
Time zoneUTC-6 (CST)
  Summer (DST)UTC-5 (CDT)
Area code785
FIPS code20-76550 [1]
GNIS ID476287 [1]

History

The first post office in Wells was established in 1888 and was called Poe until 1892. It remained in operation until it closed in 1996.[3]

Demographics

Historical population
CensusPop.Note
202045
U.S. Decennial Census

For statistical purposes, the United States Census Bureau has defined Wells as a census-designated place (CDP).

Education

The community is served by North Ottawa County USD 239 public school district.

References

  1. "Wells, Kansas", Geographic Names Information System, United States Geological Survey, United States Department of the Interior
  2. "Profile of Wells, Kansas (CDP) in 2020". United States Census Bureau. Archived from the original on December 12, 2021. Retrieved December 12, 2021.
  3. "Kansas Post Offices, 1828-1961". Kansas Historical Society. Archived from the original on October 9, 2013. Retrieved 22 June 2014.

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