Denison, Kansas Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Denison, Kansas had a total population of 232, the 405th largest city in Kansas, with a median household income of $80,417, which is 8% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 4.3%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- An exceptionally low poverty rate of 4.3% — among the lowest in Kansas.
- Housing is very affordable with a home-value-to-income ratio of just 0.7x.
Denison Quick Facts
How Denison 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 | 159 | 232 | +45.9% |
| Median household income | $59,000 | $80,417 | +36.3% |
| Median home value | $66,700 | $56,300 | -15.6% |
How Denison 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+)
Denison Rankings in Kansas
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Other Cities in Jackson County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Holton | 3,387 | $52,532 | 11.1% | $142,800 |
| Hoyt | 935 | $71,364 | 4.8% | $170,300 |
| Mayetta | 347 | $64,688 | 2.6% | $69,600 |
| Whiting | 337 | $59,583 | 7.4% | $90,700 |
| Circleville | 179 | $70,750 | 15.6% | $65,000 |
| Delia | 177 | $85,714 | 5.1% | $68,900 |
| Netawaka | 151 | $77,917 | 20.5% | $104,200 |
| Soldier | 68 | $43,750 | 22.1% | $57,900 |
Cities Similar to Denison
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Welda | 233 | $78,112 | $113,000 | 0.0% | 5.1% |
| Munjor | 247 | N/A | $121,500 | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| Arcadia | 248 | N/A | $32,500 | 9.8% | 27.0% |
| Tescott | 235 | $68,250 | $110,100 | 22.3% | 18.7% |
| Ford | 228 | $68,750 | $132,500 | 12.1% | 7.9% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 232, Denison'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
Denison is a small community located in Kansas, within Jackson County. The total population is 232. It ranks as the 405th most populous out of 721 Census-designated places in Kansas.
Age Demographics
The median age in Denison is 33.5 years. This is 10% lower than the state median of 37.4 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Denison is $80,417. This is 8% higher than the state median of $74,275. It is also about the same as the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 4.3%. This is 62% lower than the state poverty rate of 11.3%. This exceptionally low poverty rate indicates strong economic prosperity across the community. The survey records no unemployed residents in Denison, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. The median home value is $56,300. Housing costs are 74% lower than the state median of $217,200. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 0.7x, Denison is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 97.4% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 45% higher than the state average of 67.2%.
Race & Ethnicity
Every resident counted in Denison was recorded as White (non-Hispanic). A figure of exactly 99.6% reflects a survey sample too small to capture the community's full composition rather than a precise measurement.
Education
22.9% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 36% 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 93.5%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Denison, 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 Denison, Kansas?
Denison, Kansas has a population of 232 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Denison, KS?
The median household income in Denison is $80,417, which is about the same as the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Denison, KS?
The poverty rate in Denison is 4.3%. This means approximately 10 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Denison, Kansas?
Denison's population is 99.6% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Denison, KS?
The median home value in Denison is $56,300. The home-value-to-income ratio is 0.7x.
How educated is Denison, Kansas?
22.9% of adults (25+) in Denison hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 1.2% hold a graduate or professional degree.