Shallow Water
Census-designated place in Scott County, Kansas

Shallow Water is an unincorporated community (census-designated place) in Scott County, Kansas, with 89 residents (2020 Census). It sits at 2,953 ft (900 m) above sea level. The nearest town is Scott City, 7.3 miles N.
- 89residents (2020 Census)
- 2,953 ftelevation · 900 m
- 0.5 sq miland area · 1.3 km²
- 180 / sq mipopulation density
- 67871ZIP code
About Shallow Water
Shallow Water is an unincorporated community and census-designated place (CDP) in Scott County, Kansas, United States. As of the 2020 census, the population was 89.
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Shallow Water had 89 residents in the 2020 Census.
| 2020 Census | 89 |
|---|---|
| Density | 180 per sq mi (69 per km²) |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, Decennial Census.
Shallow Water at a glance
| State | Kansas (KS) |
|---|---|
| County | Scott County |
| Type | Census-designated place |
| Population | 89 (2020) |
| Land area | 0.50 sq mi (1.3 km²) |
| Elevation | 2,953 ft (900 m) |
| Coordinates | 38.3738° N, 100.9104° W |
| ZIP code | 67871 |
| Census code (GEOID) | 2064200 |
Sources: U.S. Census Bureau (Gazetteer, ZCTA), USGS GNIS, Wikidata.
Towns near Shallow Water
- Scott City7.3 mi N
- Marienthal18.6 mi NW
- Healy22.4 mi NE
- Dighton25.2 mi E
- Leoti25.4 mi W
- Holcomb27.2 mi S
- Garden City27.7 mi S
- Deerfield29.7 mi SW
- Lakin35.4 mi SW
- Pierceville36.2 mi S
- Russell Springs39.9 mi N
- Utica44.1 mi NE
Straight-line distance between town centers.
Frequently asked questions about Shallow Water
What county is Shallow Water in?
Shallow Water is in Scott County, Kansas.
What is the population of Shallow Water, KS?
89 people lived in Shallow Water at the 2020 Census.
What is the ZIP code of Shallow Water, KS?
The ZIP code of Shallow Water is 67871.
What is the elevation of Shallow Water?
2,953 feet (900 m) above sea level.
What towns are near Shallow Water?
Scott City (7.3 mi), Marienthal (18.6 mi), Healy (22.4 mi), Dighton (25.2 mi), Leoti (25.4 mi).
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