Dighton, Kansas Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Dighton, Kansas had a total population of 733, the 250th largest city in Kansas, with a median household income of $51,932, which is 30% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 8.8%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Household income is 30% below the state average, indicating significant economic challenges.
Dighton Quick Facts
How Dighton 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 | 703 | 733 | +4.3% |
| Median household income | $48,750 | $51,932 | +6.5% |
How Dighton 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+)
Dighton Rankings in Kansas
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Other Cities in Lane County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Healy | 347 | $50,313 | 1.4% | $65,800 |
Cities Similar to Dighton
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Onaga | 727 | $49,444 | $116,200 | 32.2% | 13.6% |
| Greensburg | 722 | $55,000 | $190,800 | 26.6% | 12.3% |
| Coldwater | 784 | $51,338 | $85,600 | 16.3% | 8.2% |
| Nortonville | 715 | $58,571 | $102,000 | 18.3% | 18.6% |
| Cherokee | 699 | $56,154 | $85,300 | 18.3% | 8.0% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 733, Dighton'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
Dighton is a small community located in Kansas, within Lane County. The total population is 733. It ranks as the 250th most populous out of 721 Census-designated places in Kansas.
Age Demographics
The median age in Dighton is 50.2 years. This is 34% higher than the state median of 37.4 years. 15.4% of residents are 75 or older, suggesting a significant retirement-age population with implications for healthcare services and senior housing.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Dighton is $51,932. This is 30% lower than the state median of $74,275. It is also 36% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 8.8%. This is 22% lower than the state poverty rate of 11.3%. The survey records no unemployed residents in Dighton, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. 97.2% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 45% higher than the state average of 67.2%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Dighton is White (non-Hispanic), making up 74.5% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 23.5%. The Hispanic or Latino population is significantly higher than the state average (23.5% vs 13.6%).
Education
23.0% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 35% 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 99.6%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Dighton, 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 Dighton, Kansas?
Dighton, Kansas has a population of 733 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Dighton, KS?
The median household income in Dighton is $51,932, which is 36% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Dighton, KS?
The poverty rate in Dighton is 8.8%. This means approximately 64 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Dighton, Kansas?
Dighton's population is 74.5% White, 0.0% Black, 23.5% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Dighton, KS?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Dighton — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Dighton, Kansas?
23.0% of adults (25+) in Dighton hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 5.1% hold a graduate or professional degree.