Leavenworth
City in Leavenworth County, Kansas
Leavenworth is a city in Leavenworth County, Kansas, with 37,351 residents (2020 Census). It sits at 840 ft (256 m) above sea level. The nearest town is Farley, 5.7 miles SE.
- 37,351residents (2020 Census)
- 840 ftelevation · 256 m
- 24.3 sq miland area · 63.1 km²
- 1,534 / sq mipopulation density
- 66027ZIP code
About Leavenworth
Leavenworth () is the county seat of and the largest city in Leavenworth County, Kansas, United States. Part of the Kansas City metropolitan area, Leavenworth is located on the west bank of the Missouri River, on the site of Fort Leavenworth, built in 1827. The city became known in American history for its role as a key supply base in the settlement of the American West. During the Civil War, many volunteers joined the Union Army from Leavenworth. The city has been notable as the location of several prisons, particularly the United States Disciplinary Barracks and United States Penitentiary, Leavenworth. As of the 2020 census, the population of the city was 37,351.
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Living in Leavenworth
- Median household income
- $72,987
- Median home value
- $193,000
- Median rent
- $1,229/mo
- Median age
- 35.9
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Leavenworth had 37,351 residents in the 2020 Census.
| 2020 Census | 37,351 |
|---|---|
| Density | 1,534 per sq mi (592 per km²) |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, Decennial Census.
Leavenworth at a glance
| State | Kansas (KS) |
|---|---|
| County | Leavenworth County |
| Type | City |
| Population | 37,351 (2020) |
| Land area | 24.35 sq mi (63.1 km²) |
| Water area | 0.06 sq mi (0.17 km²) |
| Elevation | 840 ft (256 m) |
| Coordinates | 39.3227° N, 94.9250° W |
| ZIP code | 66027 |
| Official website | leavenworthks.org |
| Census code (GEOID) | 2039000 |
Sources: U.S. Census Bureau (Gazetteer, ZCTA), USGS GNIS, Wikidata.
Towns near Leavenworth
- Farley, MO5.7 mi SE
- Lansing5.7 mi S
- Weston, MO5.9 mi N
- Tracy, MO8.1 mi NE
- Platte City, MO9.4 mi E
- Easton10.5 mi W
- Iatan, MO11.3 mi N
- Camden Point, MO13.0 mi NE
- Basehor13.2 mi S
- Weatherby Lake, MO13.7 mi SE
- Ferrelview, MO13.9 mi E
- Parkville, MO14.0 mi SE
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Frequently asked questions about Leavenworth
What county is Leavenworth in?
Leavenworth is in Leavenworth County, Kansas.
What is the population of Leavenworth, KS?
37,351 people lived in Leavenworth at the 2020 Census.
What is the ZIP code of Leavenworth, KS?
The ZIP code of Leavenworth is 66027.
What is the elevation of Leavenworth?
840 feet (256 m) above sea level.
What towns are near Leavenworth?
Farley (5.7 mi), Lansing (5.7 mi), Weston (5.9 mi), Tracy (8.1 mi), Platte City (9.4 mi).
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