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Gem, KS

Population
93
U.S. Census Population Estimates Program · 2025
Elevation
3,095 ft
Median Home Value
$56,500
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
General Quality
Overall rating out of 100

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Gem is a quiet, tight-knit town in Thomas County that offers wide-open space and peaceful prairie living. Located just ten minutes northeast of Colby, it gives residents a slow-paced lifestyle with quick access to regional conveniences. Families send their kids to nearby Colby public schools, and locals head into town for groceries, dining, and community events. It is a welcoming spot for anyone looking for classic small-town comfort and room to breathe.

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Lower County Wildfire Hazard Potential ClassA+100.0ratingLower FEMA County Hurricane Risk IndexA+100.0ratingLower Projected Late-Century County-Area Exposure to Sea-Level RiseA+100.0rating

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