Garden City, Kansas Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Garden City, Kansas had a total population of 27,819, the 14th largest city in Kansas, with a median household income of $72,865, which is 2% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 11.0%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Garden City Quick Facts
How Garden City 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 | 27,781 | 27,819 | +0.1% |
| Median household income | $72,511 | $72,865 | +0.5% |
| Median home value | $186,200 | $192,000 | +3.1% |
How Garden City 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 diverse community with significant representation from multiple racial and ethnic groups.
State average: 45 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Garden City Rankings in Kansas
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Other Cities in Finney County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Holcomb | 2,577 | $78,571 | 12.2% | $231,000 |
Cities Similar to Garden City
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dodge City | 27,613 | $68,721 | $151,700 | 20.0% | 14.6% |
| Derby | 26,062 | $84,112 | $236,900 | 37.6% | 6.0% |
| Gardner | 24,526 | $96,818 | $306,200 | 32.0% | 6.3% |
| Leavenworth | 37,195 | $72,987 | $193,000 | 32.6% | 11.7% |
| Emporia | 24,131 | $52,704 | $132,700 | 24.4% | 17.8% |
Population Overview
Garden City is a mid-sized community located in Kansas, within Finney County. The total population is 27,819. It ranks as the 14th most populous out of 721 Census-designated places in Kansas.
Age Demographics
The median age in Garden City is 31.6 years. This is 16% lower than the state median of 37.4 years. With 28.2% of the population under 18, Garden City has a notably young demographic profile, suggesting a family-oriented community.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Garden City is $72,865. This is 2% lower than the state median of $74,275. It is also 10% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 11.0%. This is 3% lower than the state poverty rate of 11.3%. The unemployment rate is 2.7%. This is 31% lower than the state rate of 3.9%. The median home value is $192,000. Housing costs are 12% lower than the state median of $217,200. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.6x, Garden City is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 60.2% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 10% lower than the state average of 67.2%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Garden City is Hispanic or Latino, making up 55.7% of the population. White (non-Hispanic) residents account for 31.9%. The White (non-Hispanic) population (31.9%) is well below the state average of 72.7%. The Hispanic or Latino population is significantly higher than the state average (55.7% vs 13.6%). The Asian population is significantly higher than the state average (4.9% vs 2.9%).
Education
17.5% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 51% 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 68.9%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Garden City, 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 Garden City, Kansas?
Garden City, Kansas has a population of 27,819 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Garden City, KS?
The median household income in Garden City is $72,865, which is 10% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Garden City, KS?
The poverty rate in Garden City is 11.0%. This means approximately 2,978 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Garden City, Kansas?
Garden City's population is 31.9% White, 5.9% Black, 55.7% Hispanic/Latino, and 4.9% Asian.
What is the median home value in Garden City, KS?
The median home value in Garden City is $192,000. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.6x.
How educated is Garden City, Kansas?
17.5% of adults (25+) in Garden City hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 5.5% hold a graduate or professional degree.