Oberlin, KS is a small town with a population of 1,777 people. It has a population density of 874 people per square mile, which is lower than the US average of 93 people per square mile. Located in Decatur County, this rural town offers plenty of activities for both residents and visitors alike. Local businesses include the Oberlin Cafe, Cheney's Supermarket and Ace Hardware Store. Outdoor activities such as hunting, fishing or camping are popular year-round due to the pleasant weather. The Oberlin Community Theatre provides entertainment with its annual productions and community events such as the 4th of July celebration draw large crowds each year. Sports teams in Oberlin have also become part of the community’s culture with football games drawing fans from nearby towns on Friday nights during fall semester.
The population in Oberlin is 1,777. There are 930 people per square mile aka population density. The median age in Oberlin is 46.2, the US median age is 38.4. The number of people per household in Oberlin is 1.9, the US average of people per household is 2.6.
Family in Oberlin
- 52.3% are married
- 14.7% are divorced
- 16.3% are married with children
- 17.1% have children, but are single
Race in Oberlin
- 94.6% are White
- 0.1% are Black
- 0.8% are Asian
- 0.2% are Native American
- 0.0% claim Other
- 4.2% claim Hispanic ethnicity
- 0.1% Two or more races
- 0.0% Hawaiian, Pacific Islander