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Palco, KS

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Population
196
U.S. Census Population Estimates Program · 2025
Elevation
2,279 ft
Median Home Value
$75,500
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Rent
$517/mo
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Income
$60,625
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024

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OverallBest places in KansasPopulation rankingHighest population places in KansasNearest larger communityHays, Kansas29 miles away · 21,258 residents.

About Palco

Palco is a city in Rooks County, Kansas, United States. The 2020 census counted 208 residents. Palco was established in 1888 by Union Pacific Railroad as a train depot on a newly formed line. The climate in this area is characterized by hot, humid summers and generally mild to cool winters. Palco has two schools: Damar Elementary School is located in Damar, Palco Jr-Sr High School is located in Palco. A newcomer can read Palco through the overlap of its older landmarks, surrounding geography, and current places. For a newcomer, Palco comes into focus through those concrete links among its past, landscape, and current routines.

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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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