Dresden, Kansas Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Dresden, Kansas had a total population of 60, the 619th largest city in Kansas. The poverty rate is 10.0%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Only 4.5% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
- Unemployment rate of 8.8% is notably above the national average.
Dresden Quick Facts
How Dresden 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 | 49 | 60 | +22.4% |
How Dresden 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+)
Dresden Rankings in Kansas
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Other Cities in Decatur County
Cities Similar to Dresden
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Yale | 60 | N/A | N/A | 26.5% | 0.0% |
| Benedict | 61 | $46,250 | $24,300 | 1.9% | 13.1% |
| Elmdale | 61 | N/A | $40,600 | 27.8% | 72.1% |
| Farlington | 61 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 100.0% |
| Coyville | 62 | N/A | $49,100 | 9.6% | 41.9% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 60, Dresden'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
Dresden is a small community located in Kansas, within Decatur County. The total population is 60. It ranks as the 619th most populous out of 721 Census-designated places in Kansas.
Age Demographics
The median age in Dresden is 54.7 years. This is 46% higher than the state median of 37.4 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 10.0%. This is 11% lower than the state poverty rate of 11.3%. The unemployment rate is 8.8%. This is 126% higher than the state rate of 3.9%. 87.5% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 30% higher than the state average of 67.2%.
Race & Ethnicity
Dresden has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 90.0% of all residents.
Education
4.5% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 87% 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 95.5%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Dresden, 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 Dresden, Kansas?
Dresden, Kansas has a population of 60 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Dresden, KS?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Dresden — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Dresden, KS?
The poverty rate in Dresden is 10.0%. This means approximately 5 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Dresden, Kansas?
Dresden's population is 90.0% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Dresden, KS?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Dresden — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Dresden, Kansas?
4.5% of adults (25+) in Dresden hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.