Galesburg, Kansas
city in Neosho County, Kansas, United States
Galesburg is a city in Neosho County, Kansas, United States. As of the 2020 census, the population of the city was 149.
History
Galesburg was laid out and platted in 1871 when the railroad was extended to that point. A post office established in Rose Hill (an extinct town) was moved to Galesburg, and opened in March 1871.
Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 0.17 square miles (0.44 km2), all land.
Climate
The climate in this area is characterized by hot, humid summers and generally mild to cool winters. According to the Köppen Climate Classification system, Galesburg has a humid subtropical climate, abbreviated "Cfa" on climate maps.
Demographics
2020 census
The 2020 United States census counted 149 people, 57 households, and 40 families in Galesburg. The population density was 851.4 per square mile (328.7/km2). There were 62 housing units at an average density of 354.3 per square mile (136.8/km2).
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