Bentley, Kansas Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Bentley, Kansas had a total population of 480, the 305th largest city in Kansas, with a median household income of $82,500, which is 11% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 15.6%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Housing is very affordable with a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.5x.
- Unemployment rate of 14.0% is notably above the national average.
Bentley Quick Facts
How Bentley 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 | 489 | 480 | -1.8% |
| Median household income | $80,972 | $82,500 | +1.9% |
| Median home value | $123,000 | $122,700 | -0.2% |
How Bentley 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+)
Bentley Rankings in Kansas
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Other Cities in Sedgwick County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wichita | 397,945 | $64,620 | 15.9% | $190,800 |
| Derby | 26,062 | $84,112 | 6.0% | $236,900 |
| Haysville | 11,117 | $67,740 | 11.9% | $161,800 |
| Bel Aire | 9,043 | $97,795 | 11.8% | $238,100 |
| Valley Center | 8,590 | $77,020 | 3.6% | $227,700 |
| Park City | 7,673 | $74,301 | 12.5% | $177,100 |
| Maize | 6,824 | $72,024 | 12.4% | $276,200 |
| Mulvane | 6,171 | $74,039 | 8.5% | $176,300 |
| Goddard | 6,030 | $94,004 | 1.9% | $242,800 |
| Kechi | 2,901 | $113,125 | 3.2% | $288,300 |
Cities Similar to Bentley
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Glen Elder | 476 | $79,250 | N/A | 18.6% | 2.7% |
| Greeley County | 465 | $82,337 | $182,700 | 39.1% | 0.9% |
| Thayer | 502 | $85,635 | N/A | 20.5% | 9.0% |
| Linn | 470 | $74,432 | $108,800 | 19.1% | 8.7% |
| Tecumseh | 457 | $77,740 | $200,400 | 30.1% | 0.0% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 480, Bentley'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
Bentley is a small community located in Kansas, within Sedgwick County. The total population is 480. It ranks as the 305th most populous out of 721 Census-designated places in Kansas.
Age Demographics
The median age in Bentley is 36.3 years. This is 3% lower than the state median of 37.4 years. With 31.3% of the population under 18, Bentley has a notably young demographic profile, suggesting a family-oriented community.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Bentley is $82,500. This is 11% higher than the state median of $74,275. It is also 2% higher than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 15.6%. This is 38% higher than the state poverty rate of 11.3%. The unemployment rate is 14.0%. This is 258% higher than the state rate of 3.9%. The median home value is $122,700. Housing costs are 44% lower than the state median of $217,200. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.5x, Bentley is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 91.5% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 36% higher than the state average of 67.2%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Bentley is White (non-Hispanic), making up 78.1% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 17.7%.
Education
16.4% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 54% lower than the state rate of 35.6%. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 93.3%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Bentley, 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 Bentley, Kansas?
Bentley, Kansas has a population of 480 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Bentley, KS?
The median household income in Bentley is $82,500, which is 2% higher than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Bentley, KS?
The poverty rate in Bentley is 15.6%. This means approximately 75 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Bentley, Kansas?
Bentley's population is 78.1% White, 0.0% Black, 17.7% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Bentley, KS?
The median home value in Bentley is $122,700. The home-value-to-income ratio is 1.5x.
How educated is Bentley, Kansas?
16.4% of adults (25+) in Bentley hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 4.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.