Edna, Kansas Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Edna, Kansas had a total population of 297, the 375th largest city in Kansas, with a median household income of $63,542, which is 14% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 13.5%.
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 1.4x.
Edna Quick Facts
How Edna 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 | 357 | 297 | -16.8% |
| Median household income | $57,222 | $63,542 | +11.0% |
| Median home value | $84,400 | $90,000 | +6.6% |
How Edna 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+)
Edna Rankings in Kansas
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Other Cities in Labette County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Parsons | 9,425 | $52,428 | 20.9% | $71,700 |
| Oswego | 1,937 | $53,750 | 22.8% | $82,700 |
| Altamont | 993 | $64,716 | 4.5% | $107,400 |
| Chetopa | 977 | $25,288 | 37.2% | $71,900 |
| Mound Valley | 341 | $36,917 | 23.8% | $42,600 |
| Dennis | 198 | $92,818 | 0.0% | $157,700 |
| Bartlett | 58 | $55,417 | 19.0% | $35,000 |
| Labette | 17 | N/A | 17.6% | N/A |
Cities Similar to Edna
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Linwood | 312 | $65,994 | $215,800 | 20.7% | 5.1% |
| Dearing | 279 | $62,500 | $80,700 | 27.8% | 11.8% |
| Allen | 287 | $59,016 | $59,600 | 8.8% | 8.0% |
| Buffalo | 282 | $68,750 | $36,000 | 18.2% | 8.2% |
| Greenleaf | 320 | $61,250 | $82,300 | 7.8% | 15.2% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 297, Edna'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
Edna is a small community located in Kansas, within Labette County. The total population is 297. It ranks as the 375th most populous out of 721 Census-designated places in Kansas.
Age Demographics
The median age in Edna is 34.3 years. This is 8% lower than the state median of 37.4 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Edna is $63,542. This is 14% lower than the state median of $74,275. It is also 21% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 13.5%. This is 19% higher than the state poverty rate of 11.3%. The survey records no unemployed residents in Edna, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. The median home value is $90,000. Housing costs are 59% lower than the state median of $217,200. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.4x, Edna is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 69.7% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 4% higher than the state average of 67.2%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Edna is White (non-Hispanic), making up 80.1% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 4.0%. The Hispanic or Latino population (4.0%) is well below the state average of 13.6%.
Education
16.5% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 54% 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 91.2%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Edna, 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 Edna, Kansas?
Edna, Kansas has a population of 297 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Edna, KS?
The median household income in Edna is $63,542, which is 21% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Edna, KS?
The poverty rate in Edna is 13.5%. This means approximately 40 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Edna, Kansas?
Edna's population is 80.1% White, 0.0% Black, 4.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Edna, KS?
The median home value in Edna is $90,000. The home-value-to-income ratio is 1.4x.
How educated is Edna, Kansas?
16.5% of adults (25+) in Edna hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 2.2% hold a graduate or professional degree.