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Rossville, KS

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Population
1,088
U.S. Census Population Estimates Program · 2025
Elevation
930 ft
Median Home Value
$154,600
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Rent
$930/mo
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Income
$54,318
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
General Quality
Overall rating out of 100

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About Rossville

Rossville is a quiet, welcoming small town in western Shawnee County, sitting along U.S. Highway 24 about twenty minutes northwest of Topeka. It gives newcomers the relaxed pace and open feel of rural Kansas alongside an easy daily commute into the capital. Main Street is lined with local businesses and everyday staples, while families are served by the close-knit Kaw Valley school district.

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Town life revolves around classic local traditions and friendly gatherings. Summers center on the municipal pool, baseball games under the lights, and the annual Tall Corn Festival, which draws everyone together each August for parades, food, and games. With its scenic spot near Cross Creek and strong community pride, Rossville offers a comfortable, down-to-earth setting to call home.

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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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