Reading is a city located in Lyon County, in the state of Kansas (KS), United States. Nestled in the West North Central division of the Midwest region, it covers an area of 0.2 square miles (1.0 km²) and sits at an elevation of 1080 ft. With a population of approximately 247 residents, Reading offers a peaceful, rural atmosphere.
The town's population is composed of about 48.99% males and 51.01% females, and it has a population density of 176.19 people per square mile (454.13/km²). Reading lies at a latitude of 38.52 and a longitude of -95.96, operating in the UTC-6.
Locals reflect a blend of American ancestry, with roots primarily in United States (15%), followed by English (7.7%), German (31.6%), and Scotch-Irish (0%) heritage. The town is identified by the ZIP code 66868.