Unincorporated community in Reno County, Kansas
CDP in Kansas, United States
Yoder is a census-designated place (CDP) in Reno County, Kansas, United States.[1] As of the 2020 census, the population was 165.[2] It is located approximately 10 miles southeast of the city of Hutchinson on K-96. Although Yoder is unincorporated, with no city government, it does have a U.S. Post Office and its own ZIP code (67585). Yoder is the hub of a local Amish community.
History
The community derives its name from its Amish founder, Valentine Yoder.
The first post office in Yoder was established in November 1889.[3]
The community was home to the former Naval Air Station Hutchinson, later renamed to Hutchinson Air Force Station, and currently named as Sunflower Aerodrome Gliderport.
Geography
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, Yoder has a humid subtropical climate, abbreviated "Cfa" on climate maps.[4]
Demographics
Historical population
Census | Pop. | Note | %± |
2010 | 194 | | — |
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2020 | 165 | | −14.9% |
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Education
The community is served by Haven USD 312 public school district.
Area events
Yoder Heritage Day takes place annually on the fourth Saturday in August.[5]
Gallery
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Looking south down Main Street (2006)
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Demelia's Quilt Co (2014)
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Discount Grocery (2014)
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Horse-drawn carriage (2003)
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