Byers, Kansas Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Byers, Kansas had a total population of 11, the 709th largest city in Kansas, with a median household income of $45,000, which is 39% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 18.2%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Household income is 39% below the state average, indicating significant economic challenges.
- Only 0.0% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
Byers Quick Facts
How Byers 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 | 10 | 11 | +10.0% |
| Median household income | $43,750 | $45,000 | +2.9% |
How Byers 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 diverse community with significant representation from multiple racial and ethnic groups.
State average: 45 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Byers Rankings in Kansas
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Other Cities in Pratt County
Cities Similar to Byers
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Salem | 12 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| Wells | 10 | N/A | N/A | 60.0% | 40.0% |
| Marienthal | 13 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| Harris | 9 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| Hollenberg | 9 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 44.4% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 11, Byers'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
Byers is a small community located in Kansas, within Pratt County. The total population is 11. It ranks as the 709th most populous out of 721 Census-designated places in Kansas.
Age Demographics
The median age in Byers is 48.5 years. This is 30% higher than the state median of 37.4 years. Only 9.1% of residents are under 18, indicating fewer families with children.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Byers is $45,000. This is 39% lower than the state median of $74,275. It is also 44% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 18.2%. This is 61% higher than the state poverty rate of 11.3%. The survey records no unemployed residents in Byers, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. 83.3% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 24% higher than the state average of 67.2%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Byers is White (non-Hispanic), making up 54.5% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 18.2%.
Education
0.0% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is among the lowest rates in the state, which may correlate with employment and income patterns. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 75.0%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Byers, 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 Byers, Kansas?
Byers, Kansas has a population of 11 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Byers, KS?
The median household income in Byers is $45,000, which is 44% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Byers, KS?
The poverty rate in Byers is 18.2%. This means approximately 2 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Byers, Kansas?
Byers's population is 54.5% White, 0.0% Black, 18.2% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Byers, KS?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Byers — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Byers, Kansas?
0.0% of adults (25+) in Byers hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.