Liebenthal, Kansas
human settlement in Rush County, Kansas, United States of America
Liebenthal is a city in Rush County, Kansas, United States. As of the 2020 census, the population of the city was 92. It is located 8 miles north of La Crosse.
History
Liebenthal was founded in 1876 by a colony of Volga Germans, many of whom came from Liebenthal, Russia.
Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 0.13 square miles (0.34 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, Liebenthal has a humid subtropical climate, abbreviated "Cfa" on climate maps.
Demographics
2020 census
The 2020 United States census counted 92 people, 47 households, and 23 families in Liebenthal. The population density was 821.4 per square mile (317.2/km2). There were 58 housing units at an average density of 517.9 per square mile (199.9/km2).
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