Galatia, Kansas Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Galatia, Kansas had a total population of 20, the 693rd 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
Galatia Quick Facts
How Galatia 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 | 23 | 20 | -13.0% |
How Galatia 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+)
Galatia Rankings in Kansas
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Other Cities in Barton County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Great Bend | 14,479 | $54,139 | 16.9% | $133,900 |
| Hoisington | 2,643 | $52,277 | 16.5% | $95,000 |
| Ellinwood | 2,192 | $56,379 | 14.1% | $109,300 |
| Claflin | 455 | $63,438 | 20.4% | $107,300 |
| Pawnee Rock | 258 | $48,026 | 41.1% | $59,600 |
| Olmitz | 113 | $76,250 | 0.0% | $60,000 |
| Albert | 100 | $58,750 | 9.0% | $70,800 |
| Odin | 58 | N/A | 0.0% | N/A |
| Susank | 31 | $72,500 | 6.9% | N/A |
Cities Similar to Galatia
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Eastshore | 20 | $56,103 | $203,100 | 15.0% | 0.0% |
| Ames | 21 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 57.1% |
| Oak Hill | 19 | N/A | N/A | 15.8% | 15.8% |
| Webber | 19 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| Bassett | 22 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 0.0% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 20, Galatia'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
Galatia is a small community located in Kansas, within Barton County. The total population is 20. It ranks as the 693rd most populous out of 721 Census-designated places in Kansas.
Age Demographics
The median age in Galatia is 51.5 years. This is 38% 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 5.9%. This is 51% higher than the state rate of 3.9%. 93.3% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 39% higher than the state average of 67.2%.
Race & Ethnicity
Every resident counted in Galatia 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
30.0% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 16% lower than the state rate of 35.6%. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. No surveyed resident aged 25 or older reported leaving school before earning a high school diploma, though a rate of exactly 100% reflects the limits of a small sample. Notably, 30.0% of adults hold a graduate or professional degree, indicating a highly educated workforce.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Galatia, 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 Galatia, Kansas?
Galatia, Kansas has a population of 20 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Galatia, KS?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Galatia — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Galatia, KS?
The poverty rate in Galatia is 10.0%. This means approximately 2 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Galatia, Kansas?
Galatia's population is 100.0% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Galatia, KS?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Galatia — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Galatia, Kansas?
30.0% of adults (25+) in Galatia hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 30.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.