Fort Scott, KS is a small town of 12,426 people located in southeast Kansas. It is home to a variety of businesses, year-round outdoor activities, and other organizations. The population density for the area is 41 people per square mile which is substantially less than the US Population Density of 93 people per square mile. \nLocal businesses in Fort Scott include Cimarron Plaza Shopping Center, B & B Pharmacy, M & M Home Center, Dairy Queen Grill & Chill and Sonic Drive-In. Year-round outdoor activities such as fishing and boating can be enjoyed at Big Hill Lake and Centennial Park. Local organizations such as the Fort Scott Area Chamber of Commerce offer resources for businesses and citizens alike while local sporting events such as the Fort Scott Community College Greyhounds provide entertainment for fans from all over the state.
The population in Fort Scott (zip 66701) is 12,426. There are 42 people per square mile aka population density. The median age in Fort Scott (zip 66701) is 39.2, the US median age is 38.4. The number of people per household in Fort Scott (zip 66701) is 2.5, the US average of people per household is 2.6.
Family in Fort Scott (zip 66701)
- 54.2% are married
- 14.5% are divorced
- 29.2% are married with children
- 17.9% have children, but are single
Race in Fort Scott (zip 66701)
- 89.8% are White
- 3.8% are Black
- 1.0% are Asian
- 0.8% are Native American
- 0.0% claim Other
- 2.6% claim Hispanic ethnicity
- 2.0% Two or more races
- 0.0% Hawaiian, Pacific Islander