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Lakin, Kansas, in Kearny county, is 183 miles E of Pueblo, Colorado (center to center) and 203 miles E of Colorado Springs, Colorado. The city has a population of 2,316.
In Lakin, about 64% of adults are married. "Full house" describes much of the households in Lakin, with the many large families there. The city is a good place to find playdates for your kids, as the city is full of young ones.
Approximately 18% of Lakin is non-white. You'll see a variety of faces on the diverse streets of the city.
Among adults, males are better represented than women in Lakin.
In 2000, Lakin had a median family income of $44,688.
In the 2004 Presidential fund-raising sweepstakes, George W. Bush came out ahead among Lakin residents, with $275. Residents gave more to the Republican party than any of the others.
In Lakin, 73% of the houses and apartments are occupied by the owners, not rented out.
In Lakin, 94% of commuters drive to work. Most residents would agree that driving around the city is a bit easier than around other cities of its size.
Comparing Lakin to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in Kansas (State):
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