Barnard, Kansas Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Barnard, Kansas had a total population of 97, the 551st largest city in Kansas, with a median household income of $48,750, which is 34% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 20.6%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Household income is 34% below the state average, indicating significant economic challenges.
- 45.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher — top 10% in Kansas.
Barnard Quick Facts
How Barnard Changed
Change from the 2019–2023 ACS period to 2020–2024. These are rolling five-year estimates, not year-over-year measurements.
| Metric | 2019–2023 | 2020–2024 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 84 | 97 | +15.5% |
| Median household income | $46,406 | $48,750 | +5.1% |
How Barnard Compares
Median Household Income
Median Home Value
Economy & Housing
Household Income Distribution
Detailed income brackets
Employment
Housing Overview
People & Demographics
Age Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.
State average: 45 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Barnard Rankings in Kansas
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Other Cities in Lincoln County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lincoln Center | 1,017 | $49,423 | 9.6% | $68,500 |
| Sylvan Grove | 314 | $53,750 | 20.7% | $90,300 |
| Beverly | 132 | $30,000 | 22.0% | $40,000 |
Cities Similar to Barnard
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gem | 98 | N/A | $56,500 | 20.0% | 0.0% |
| Monument | 99 | N/A | $80,800 | 4.0% | 31.3% |
| Fulton | 93 | $48,750 | $65,000 | 8.9% | 26.9% |
| Savonburg | 93 | $48,750 | $38,300 | 9.6% | 9.7% |
| Chautauqua | 91 | N/A | $57,500 | 8.8% | 7.7% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 97, Barnard's ACS estimates come from a small number of survey responses and carry wide margins of error. Individual percentages below — particularly rates that round to 0% or 100% — are approximations, not precise measurements. See data.census.gov for the published margins of error.
Population Overview
Barnard is a small community located in Kansas, within Lincoln County. The total population is 97. It ranks as the 551st most populous out of 721 Census-designated places in Kansas.
Age Demographics
The median age in Barnard is 46.9 years. This is 25% higher than the state median of 37.4 years. Only 8.3% of residents are under 18, indicating fewer families with children. 10.3% of residents are 75 or older, suggesting a significant retirement-age population with implications for healthcare services and senior housing.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Barnard is $48,750. This is 34% lower than the state median of $74,275. It is also 40% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 20.6%. This is 83% higher than the state poverty rate of 11.3%. With more than one in five residents living below the poverty line, economic hardship is a significant challenge for the community. The survey records no unemployed residents in Barnard, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. 85.7% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 28% higher than the state average of 67.2%.
Race & Ethnicity
Barnard has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 85.6% of all residents.
Education
45.0% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This places Barnard in the top 10% of all cities in the state for educational attainment. This is 26% higher than the state rate of 35.6%. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. No surveyed resident aged 25 or older reported leaving school before earning a high school diploma, though a rate of exactly 100% reflects the limits of a small sample.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Barnard, Kansas is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates. The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually and pools five years of responses so that even small communities can be measured, though the margin of error widens as the population falls. Comparisons are made against Kansas state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 721 Census-designated places in Kansas. Read more about how these figures are produced on our methodology page, or visit data.census.gov for official data.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Barnard, Kansas?
Barnard, Kansas has a population of 97 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Barnard, KS?
The median household income in Barnard is $48,750, which is 40% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Barnard, KS?
The poverty rate in Barnard is 20.6%. This means approximately 20 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Barnard, Kansas?
Barnard's population is 85.6% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Barnard, KS?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Barnard — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Barnard, Kansas?
45.0% of adults (25+) in Barnard hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 5.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.