About Barnard
Set in the northern part of Kansas, Barnard is a tiny community, home to 58 residents as of the latest Census estimates.
Officially, Barnard is an incorporated city with its own municipal government. The community covers 0.22 square miles, giving it wide-open spaces and a spread-out, rural feel at roughly 264 residents per square mile.
📰 Barnard News Today
- Kansas Governor's Council on Wellness and KDHE Announce Four New Council Members KDHE, KS (.gov) · Feb 24
- Roy V. Rathbun Obituary May 1, 2026 keithleyfuneralchapels.com · May 1
- 'I didn't know those are in the neighborhood': Kansas City neighbor warns dog owners after coyote sightings KSHB 41 Kansas City · May 4
- David Abell KSAL News · Feb 10
- Dr. James L. Barnard Legacy obituary · Jan 27
Live headlines via Google News — updates through the day.
What Makes Barnard Unique
- One of the smallest municipal footprints in the country at just 0.22 sq mi.
- With 58 residents, it's one of America's smallest incorporated communities — everybody really does know everybody.
- Positioned in northern Kansas, convenient to the region's corridors and crossings.
Why People Love It Here
- A tight community feel that bigger cities can't replicate.
- Housing dollars stretch further here than in the nearest metro.
- Well connected: 3+ neighboring communities within 13 miles.
🏞️ Parks & Outdoors in Barnard
- Gurley Salt Marsh Wildlife Area · Nature reserve reviews ★
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⚡ Quick Facts
StateKansas
TypeCity
Population (2024)58
Rank in state#560 of 626
Land area0.22 sq mi
Density264/sq mi
Coordinates39.1892, -98.0443