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Haysville, KS

Haysville is a city in Sedgwick County, Kansas, United States, and a suburb of Wichita. As of the 2020 census, the population of the city was 11,262. Haysville is known as the "Peach Capital of Kansas".

Haysville is located at 37°33′50″N 97°21′11″W (37.563787, -97.353044). According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 4.62 square miles (11.97 km²), of which, 4.61 square miles (11.94 km²) is land and 0.01 square miles (0.03 km²) is water.

W.W. Hays came to this area in the early 1870s. In 1891, he platted land that he owned so a town could be built. The Haysville State Bank was established in 1919. Truck farming supported a lot of the families in the area. In 1874 a grist mill was built on the bank of the Cowskin to process corn that was harvested in the area. Haysville's first school was built in 1876 at a location that may have been near what are now the Water Department facilities. Haysville appears in Colton's New Sectional Map of the State of Kansas as early as 1879.

In 1887, the Chicago, Kansas, and Nebraska Railway Company built a branch line north-south from Herington through Haysville to Caldwell. It was renamed in 1891 to Chicago, Rock Island, and Pacific Railway which shut down in 1980, renamed in 1980 to Oklahoma, Kansas, and Texas Railroad, merged in 1988 to Missouri Pacific Railroad, merged in 1997 to the current Union Pacific Railroad. Most locals still refer to this railroad as the "Rock Island". In 1903 a depot was opened and passenger trains shuttled people to and from Wichita.

On May 3, 1999, a tornado rated F4 on the Fujita scale struck Haysville, killing 4 people in Haysville. Damage to structures included 150 homes and 27 businesses. The tornado continued into Wichita causing damage to the South side of the city, killing an additional 2 people in Wichita. All of Haysville's historic district was destroyed. The only thing left on the east side of the main was the original bank vault.

The 2020 United States census counted 11,262 people, 4,133 households, and 2,988 families in Haysville. The population density was 2,401.3 per square mile (927.1/km²). There were 4,371 housing units at an average density of 932.0 per square mile (359.8/km²). The racial makeup was 84.64% (9,532) white or European American (81.81% non-Hispanic white), 0.99% (111) black or African-American, 1.47% (166) Native American or Alaska Native, 1.36% (153) Asian, 0.08% (9) Pacific Islander or Native Hawaiian, 1.74% (196) from other races, and 9.72% (1,095) from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race was 7.49% (844) of the population.

Health and wellness are paramount in Haysville, with the city offering various amenities and services to support the well-being of its residents. The Diversicare and KU Medical Center stand as cornerstones in providing comprehensive healthcare services to the community. Explore the parks, facilities, and programs the Haysville Parks and Recreation Department offers. These spaces provide opportunities for outdoor activities such as walking, jogging, sports, and picnicking. Join local fitness centers and gyms to participate in exercise programs, fitness classes, and strength training. A popular option is the Haysville Senior Center. Discover the walking and biking trails in and around Haysville, such as the Old Oak Park and Haysville Historic Park Path. These trails offer opportunities for outdoor exercise and enjoyment of nature.

The top sites in Haysville, KS are the Kansas Aviation Museum, Haysville Community Library, and Riggs Park.

Population: 11,287 (2022). ZIP Code: 67060. Area code: 316. Elevation: 1,260 ft (380 m). Area: 4.66 sq mi (12.06 km²).

FAQs

What is Haysville, KS is known for?

Haysville is known as the "Peach Capital of Kansas". W.W. Hays came to this area in the early 1870s. In 1891, he platted land that he owned so a town could be built. The Haysville State Bank was established in 1919.

Is Haysville, KS a good place to live?

Living in Haysville offers residents a sparse suburban feel and most residents own their homes. Many families live in Haysville and residents tend to be conservative. The public schools in Haysville are above average.

What is the crime rate in Haysville, KS?

The crime rate in Haysville is considerably higher than the national average across all communities in America from the largest to the smallest, although at 12 crimes per one thousand residents, it is not among the communities with the very highest crime rate. The chance of becoming a victim of either violent or property crime in Haysville is 1 in 80. Based on FBI crime data, Haysville is not one of the safest communities in America. Relative to Kansas, Haysville has a crime rate that is higher than 62% of the state's cities and towns of all sizes.

Sources

Wikipedia

City of Haysville

Diversicare 

KU Medical Center  

Haysville Parks and Recreation Department 

Haysville Senior Center

Old Oak Park 

Haysville Historic Park Path

Kansas Aviation Museum

Haysville Community Library

Riggs Park

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