Burns, Kansas Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Burns, Kansas had a total population of 297, the 375th largest city in Kansas, with a median household income of $42,292, which is 43% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 13.8%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Household income is 43% below the state average, indicating significant economic challenges.
- Only 8.0% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
- Housing is very affordable with a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.4x.
- Unemployment rate of 11.3% is notably above the national average.
Burns Quick Facts
How Burns 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 | 299 | 297 | -0.7% |
| Median household income | $44,688 | $42,292 | -5.4% |
| Median home value | $65,000 | $57,400 | -11.7% |
How Burns 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+)
Burns Rankings in Kansas
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Other Cities in Marion County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hillsboro | 2,700 | $63,462 | 8.9% | $120,500 |
| Marion | 1,746 | $58,387 | 11.1% | $108,500 |
| Peabody | 1,196 | $54,653 | 15.2% | $77,800 |
| Goessel | 600 | $50,417 | 8.4% | $103,000 |
| Florence | 522 | $30,313 | 24.9% | $38,500 |
| Tampa | 201 | $66,250 | 2.5% | $59,300 |
| Lehigh | 182 | $78,542 | 8.2% | $85,000 |
| Lincolnville | 181 | $55,500 | 12.2% | $71,900 |
| Durham | 83 | $70,313 | 4.8% | $53,300 |
| Ramona | 76 | $87,500 | 17.1% | $81,300 |
Cities Similar to Burns
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Longton | 302 | $40,250 | $38,400 | 15.4% | 17.5% |
| Prescott | 276 | $42,708 | $50,000 | 15.2% | 23.1% |
| Ransom | 279 | $44,000 | $57,800 | 16.5% | 14.7% |
| Easton | 299 | $49,375 | $73,300 | 9.7% | 19.9% |
| McCune | 308 | $47,500 | $40,700 | 7.6% | 25.3% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 297, Burns'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
Burns is a small community located in Kansas, within Marion County. The total population is 297. It ranks as the 375th most populous out of 721 Census-designated places in Kansas.
Age Demographics
The median age in Burns is 33.3 years. This is 11% lower than the state median of 37.4 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Burns is $42,292. This is 43% lower than the state median of $74,275. It is also 48% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 13.8%. This is 22% higher than the state poverty rate of 11.3%. The unemployment rate is 11.3%. This is 191% higher than the state rate of 3.9%. The median home value is $57,400. Housing costs are 74% lower than the state median of $217,200. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.4x, Burns is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 84.7% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 26% higher than the state average of 67.2%.
Race & Ethnicity
Burns has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 99.0% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 1.0%. The Hispanic or Latino population (1.0%) is well below the state average of 13.6%.
Education
8.0% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 78% 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 76.7%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Burns, 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 Burns, Kansas?
Burns, Kansas has a population of 297 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Burns, KS?
The median household income in Burns is $42,292, which is 48% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Burns, KS?
The poverty rate in Burns is 13.8%. This means approximately 41 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Burns, Kansas?
Burns's population is 99.0% White, 0.0% Black, 1.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Burns, KS?
The median home value in Burns is $57,400. The home-value-to-income ratio is 1.4x.
How educated is Burns, Kansas?
8.0% of adults (25+) in Burns hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 4.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.