Wright, Kansas

Unincorporated community in Ford County, Kansas

Unincorporated community in Kansas, United States
37°46′50″N 99°53′31″W / 37.78056°N 99.89194°W / 37.78056; -99.89194[1]CountryUnited StatesStateKansasCountyFordNamed forRobert WrightArea
 • Total2.06 sq mi (5.33 km2) • Land2.06 sq mi (5.33 km2) • Water0.0 sq mi (0.0 km2)Elevation2,530 ft (770 m)Population
 (2020)[2]
 • Total145 • Density70/sq mi (27/km2)Time zoneUTC-6 (CST) • Summer (DST)UTC-5 (CDT)ZIP code
67882
Area code620FIPS code20-80500GNIS ID2629188[1]

Wright is an unincorporated community in Ford County, Kansas, United States.[1] As of the 2020 census, the population of the community and nearby areas was 145.[2] It is located along Highway 50.

History

Wright is named for Robert M. Wright, a member of the Kansas House of Representatives from 1875 to 1883 and one of the founders and early mayors of Dodge City.[3]

Geography

Wright is located on U.S. Route 50 and U.S. Route 56 7 miles (11 km) east of Dodge City.

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, Wright has a humid subtropical climate, abbreviated "Cfa" on climate maps.[4]

Demographics

Historical population
CensusPop.Note%±
2010163—
2020145−11.0%
U.S. Decennial Census

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

Government

Wright has a post office with ZIP code 67882.[5]

Education

The community is served by Dodge City USD 443 public school district.[6]

References

  1. ^ a b c d U.S. Geological Survey Geographic Names Information System: Wright, Kansas
  2. ^ a b "Profile of Wright, Kansas (CDP) in 2020". United States Census Bureau. Archived from the original on November 27, 2021. Retrieved November 27, 2021.
  3. ^ "Ford County: Organization and County Officers". kancoll.org. Archived from the original on October 2, 2002. Retrieved April 14, 2014.
  4. ^ Climate Summary for Wright, Kansas
  5. ^ ZIP Code Lookup
  6. ^ USD 443 district map

Further reading

External links

  • Ford County maps: Current, Historic - KDOT
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