Lindsborg, Kansas

The climate in this area is characterized by hot, humid summers and generally mild to cool winters. According to the Köppen Climate Classification system, Lindsborg has a humid subtropical climate, abbreviated "Cfa" on climate maps.[15]

As of the census[16] of 2010, there were 3,458 people, 1,303 households, and 829 families residing in the city. The population density was 2,070.7 inhabitants per square mile (799.5/km²). There were 1,414 housing units at an average density of 846.7 per square mile (326.9/km²). The racial makeup of the city was 94.8% White, 1.7% African American, 0.1% Native American, 0.5% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 0.8% from other races, and 2.1% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 3.5% of the population.

There were 1,303 households, of which 28.1% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 52.3% were married couples living together, 8.4% had a female householder with no husband present, 2.9% had a male householder with no wife present, and 36.4% were non-families. 31.1% of all households were made up of individuals, and 15.7% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.31 and the average family size was 2.88.

The median age in the city was 37.8 years. 20.3% of residents were under the age of 18; 17.4% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 18.7% were from 25 to 44; 23.6% were from 45 to 64; and 19.9% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 47.5% male and 52.5% female.

As of the census[17] of 2000, there were 3,321 people, 1,227 households, and 775 families residing in the city. The population density was 2,155.5 inhabitants per square mile (832.2/km²). There were 1,331 housing units at an average density of 863.9 per square mile (333.6/km²). The racial makeup of the city was 97.05% White, 1.11% African American, 0.39% Native American, 0.30% Asian, 0.30% from other races, and 0.84% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.60% of the population. 36.0% were of Swedish, 22.3% German, 8.4% American, 6.4% English and 5.7% Irish ancestry according to Census 2000.[18][19]

There were 1,227 households, out of which 29.3% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 53.3% were married couples living together, 7.8% had a female householder with no husband present, and 36.8% were non-families. 33.8% of all households were made up of individuals, and 17.7% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.26 and the average family size was 2.89.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 20.5% under the age of 18, 18.7% from 18 to 24, 21.0% from 25 to 44, 19.0% from 45 to 64, and 20.7% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 37 years. For every 100 females, there were 94.3 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 89.0 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $37,500, and the median income for a family was $46,250. Males had a median income of $32,500 versus $25,145 for females. The per capita income for the city was $17,415. About 4.9% of families and 8.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including 7.0% of those under age 18 and 9.7% of those age 65 or over.

Lindsborg sports a herd of more than 30 "Wild Dala Horses" that can be found throughout town, each custom painted by local artists.

• Chocolate Lovers Affair & Art Auction is an annual February fundraiser in support of a vibrant arts community and graduates pursuing art.[20]
• Våffeldagen or Waffle Day is celebrated annually in March.[21]
• Messiah Festival of the Arts is a comprehensive arts festival concluding with a full-length performance of Handel's Messiah as established in 1881.[22]
• Lindsborg City-Wide Garage Sale is an annual yard sale in May for residents and visitors alike.
• Millfest is an annual festival on the first Saturday in May featuring historic sites, American folk music, woodcarving, wheat and fiber art weaving, and old fashioned games and activities.
• Midsummer annual summer solstice festival.
• Smoky Valley Classic Car Show
• Lindsborg Street Dance is an annual summer evening dance party featuring live music.
• Coronado Heights Run is an annual event in October featuring a kids fun walk, 5K, and 15K on scenic country-roads.[23]
• The Falun Classic Bike Ride is an annual 32-mile bicycle ride in October.
• Svensk Hyllningsfest is a biennial tribute to the Swedish pioneers occurring in October of odd-numbered years.
• Christmas in Lindsborg is a month-long series of events in December including the Snowflake Parade, Artist Open Studios, a St. Lucia Festival, Heritage Christmas, Julotta, and Annandag Jul among other entertainment and shopping events.

The Birger Sandzén Memorial Gallery features the work of artist Birger Sandzén as well as other collections of fine art in their numerous shows throughout the year.

• Birger Sandzén Memorial Gallery
• Red Barn Studio Museum[24]
• Clara Hatton Center (Art museum and event space)[25]
• Smoky Valley Arts and Folk Life Center[26]
• Coronado Heights
• Smoky Valley Roller Mill
• Broadway RFD (Kansas's longest-running outdoor theater, established in 1959)
• International Chess Institute of the Midwest, formerly known as the Anatoly Karpov International School of Chess.[27]
• Swedish Pavilion historic site
• Historic Homes Tour[28]

The community is served by Smoky Valley USD 400 public school district.[29][30] Lindsborg is the home of:

• Smoky Valley High School
• Smoky Valley Middle School
• Soderstrom Elementary

• Bethany College

• The International Chess School of the Midwest, formerly called the Anatoly Karpov International School of Chess, is located downtown.[31][32]