Farlington, Kansas Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Farlington, Kansas had a total population of 61, the 616th largest community in Kansas. The poverty rate is 100.0%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- More than 1 in 4 residents live below the poverty line (100.0%), well above the national average of 12.4%.
- Only 0.0% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
Farlington Quick Facts
How Farlington 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 | 68 | 61 | -10.3% |
How Farlington Compares
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Economy & Housing
Household Income Distribution
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Employment
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People & Demographics
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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+)
Farlington Rankings in Kansas
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Other Cities in Crawford County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pittsburg | 20,637 | $43,419 | 29.5% | $123,200 |
| Frontenac | 3,392 | $58,733 | 8.7% | $165,600 |
| Girard | 2,777 | $40,298 | 16.1% | $93,600 |
| Arma | 1,239 | $50,795 | 12.4% | $85,400 |
| Cherokee | 699 | $56,154 | 8.0% | $85,300 |
| Franklin | 650 | $65,784 | 20.8% | $104,300 |
| Mulberry | 442 | $52,902 | 29.4% | N/A |
| Chicopee | 412 | $100,673 | 0.0% | $216,700 |
| McCune | 308 | $47,500 | 25.3% | $40,700 |
| Arcadia | 248 | N/A | 27.0% | $32,500 |
Cities Similar to Farlington
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Benedict | 61 | $46,250 | $24,300 | 1.9% | 13.1% |
| Elmdale | 61 | N/A | $40,600 | 27.8% | 72.1% |
| Coyville | 62 | N/A | $49,100 | 9.6% | 41.9% |
| Greenwich | 62 | $48,750 | N/A | 0.0% | 32.3% |
| Dresden | 60 | N/A | N/A | 4.5% | 10.0% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 61, Farlington'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
Farlington is a small community located in Kansas, within Crawford County. The total population is 61. It ranks as the 616th most populous out of 721 Census-designated places in Kansas.
Age Demographics
The median age in Farlington is 47.8 years. This is 28% higher than the state median of 37.4 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 100.0%. This is 787% higher than the state poverty rate of 11.3%. With more than one in five residents living below the poverty line, economic hardship is a significant challenge for the community. The survey records no unemployed residents in Farlington, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. 100.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 49% higher than the state average of 67.2%.
Race & Ethnicity
Every resident counted in Farlington was recorded as White (non-Hispanic). A figure of exactly 100.0% reflects a survey sample too small to capture the community's full composition rather than a precise measurement.
Education
0.0% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is among the lowest rates in the state, which may correlate with employment and income patterns. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 82.0%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Farlington, 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 Farlington, Kansas?
Farlington, Kansas has a population of 61 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Farlington, KS?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Farlington — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Farlington, KS?
The poverty rate in Farlington is 100.0%. This means approximately 61 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Farlington, Kansas?
Farlington's population is 100.0% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Farlington, KS?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Farlington — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Farlington, Kansas?
0.0% of adults (25+) in Farlington hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.