Enterprise, Kansas Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Enterprise, Kansas had a total population of 710, the 256th largest city in Kansas, with a median household income of $60,707, which is 18% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 12.2%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Only 8.9% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
- Housing is very affordable with a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.5x.
- Near full employment with an unemployment rate of just 0.5%.
Enterprise Quick Facts
How Enterprise 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 | 831 | 710 | -14.6% |
| Median household income | $61,029 | $60,707 | -0.5% |
| Median home value | $102,600 | $93,600 | -8.8% |
How Enterprise 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+)
Enterprise Rankings in Kansas
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Other Cities in Dickinson County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Abilene | 6,449 | $57,924 | 6.8% | $131,500 |
| Herington | 2,164 | $70,574 | 7.6% | $85,200 |
| Chapman | 1,454 | $72,344 | 11.2% | $195,600 |
| Hope | 485 | $51,500 | 38.8% | $100,000 |
| Woodbine | 137 | $52,159 | 5.8% | $90,000 |
| Detroit | 75 | $120,000 | 0.0% | $112,500 |
| Manchester | 69 | $13,750 | 40.6% | N/A |
| Talmage | 44 | N/A | 0.0% | N/A |
| Carlton | 27 | $65,625 | 0.0% | N/A |
Cities Similar to Enterprise
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nortonville | 715 | $58,571 | $102,000 | 18.3% | 18.6% |
| Westmoreland | 703 | $64,750 | $145,500 | 25.1% | 11.3% |
| Ashland | 738 | $62,596 | $70,300 | 30.6% | 5.0% |
| Cherokee | 699 | $56,154 | $85,300 | 18.3% | 8.0% |
| Greensburg | 722 | $55,000 | $190,800 | 26.6% | 12.3% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 710, Enterprise'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
Enterprise is a small community located in Kansas, within Dickinson County. The total population is 710. It ranks as the 256th most populous out of 721 Census-designated places in Kansas.
Age Demographics
The median age in Enterprise is 45.9 years. This is 23% higher than the state median of 37.4 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Enterprise is $60,707. This is 18% lower than the state median of $74,275. It is also 25% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 12.2%. This is 8% higher than the state poverty rate of 11.3%. The unemployment rate is 0.5%. This is 87% lower than the state rate of 3.9%. The median home value is $93,600. Housing costs are 57% lower than the state median of $217,200. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.5x, Enterprise is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 87.9% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 31% higher than the state average of 67.2%.
Race & Ethnicity
Enterprise has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 87.8% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 1.7%. The Black or African American population (1.0%) is well below the state average of 5.1%. The Hispanic or Latino population (1.7%) is well below the state average of 13.6%.
Education
8.9% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 75% 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 93.7%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Enterprise, 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 Enterprise, Kansas?
Enterprise, Kansas has a population of 710 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Enterprise, KS?
The median household income in Enterprise is $60,707, which is 25% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Enterprise, KS?
The poverty rate in Enterprise is 12.2%. This means approximately 80 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Enterprise, Kansas?
Enterprise's population is 87.8% White, 1.0% Black, 1.7% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Enterprise, KS?
The median home value in Enterprise is $93,600. The home-value-to-income ratio is 1.5x.
How educated is Enterprise, Kansas?
8.9% of adults (25+) in Enterprise hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.8% hold a graduate or professional degree.