Deerfield, Kansas Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Deerfield, Kansas had a total population of 647, the 265th largest city in Kansas, with a median household income of $81,563, which is 10% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 13.1%.
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 1.7x.
Deerfield Quick Facts
How Deerfield 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 | 760 | 647 | -14.9% |
| Median household income | $72,692 | $81,563 | +12.2% |
| Median home value | $103,100 | $142,500 | +38.2% |
How Deerfield 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+)
Deerfield Rankings in Kansas
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Other Cities in Kearny County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lakin | 2,243 | $89,514 | 2.4% | $170,000 |
Cities Similar to Deerfield
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bennington | 651 | $74,375 | $156,400 | 23.9% | 17.2% |
| Bird City | 633 | $70,208 | $102,700 | 24.6% | 18.3% |
| Waverly | 625 | $70,893 | $102,400 | 18.6% | 12.4% |
| Franklin | 650 | $65,784 | $104,300 | 8.6% | 20.8% |
| Pretty Prairie | 641 | $65,500 | $100,000 | 29.5% | 9.8% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 647, Deerfield'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
Deerfield is a small community located in Kansas, within Kearny County. The total population is 647. It ranks as the 265th most populous out of 721 Census-designated places in Kansas.
Age Demographics
The median age in Deerfield is 33.5 years. This is 10% lower than the state median of 37.4 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Deerfield is $81,563. This is 10% higher than the state median of $74,275. It is also 1% higher than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 13.1%. This is 16% higher than the state poverty rate of 11.3%. The survey records no unemployed residents in Deerfield, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. The median home value is $142,500. Housing costs are 34% lower than the state median of $217,200. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.7x, Deerfield is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 45.1% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 33% lower than the state average of 67.2%.
Race & Ethnicity
Deerfield is a highly diverse community where no single racial or ethnic group constitutes a majority of the population. White (non-Hispanic) residents account for 38.8%. The Hispanic or Latino population is significantly higher than the state average (43.1% vs 13.6%). The Asian population is significantly higher than the state average (15.8% vs 2.9%).
Education
30.4% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 15% 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 81.7%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Deerfield, 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 Deerfield, Kansas?
Deerfield, Kansas has a population of 647 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Deerfield, KS?
The median household income in Deerfield is $81,563, which is 1% higher than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Deerfield, KS?
The poverty rate in Deerfield is 13.1%. This means approximately 85 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Deerfield, Kansas?
Deerfield's population is 38.8% White, 0.0% Black, 43.1% Hispanic/Latino, and 15.8% Asian.
What is the median home value in Deerfield, KS?
The median home value in Deerfield is $142,500. The home-value-to-income ratio is 1.7x.
How educated is Deerfield, Kansas?
30.4% of adults (25+) in Deerfield hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 11.8% hold a graduate or professional degree.