Gaylord, Kansas Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Gaylord, Kansas had a total population of 70, the 597th largest city in Kansas, with a median household income of $57,083, which is 23% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 17.1%.
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 1.1x.
Gaylord Quick Facts
How Gaylord 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 | 85 | 70 | -17.6% |
| Median home value | $52,700 | $63,300 | +20.1% |
How Gaylord 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+)
Gaylord Rankings in Kansas
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Other Cities in Smith County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Smith Center | 1,680 | $56,007 | 8.4% | $90,400 |
| Kensington | 652 | $54,583 | 10.8% | N/A |
| Lebanon | 191 | $41,250 | 12.0% | $43,500 |
| Athol | 65 | N/A | 0.0% | $68,600 |
Cities Similar to Gaylord
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Huron | 70 | $55,417 | N/A | 1.9% | 34.3% |
| Elgin | 72 | N/A | $17,000 | 6.5% | 13.9% |
| Devon | 73 | N/A | N/A | 15.3% | 0.0% |
| Athol | 65 | N/A | $68,600 | 2.6% | 0.0% |
| Rozel | 66 | $52,500 | $47,500 | 3.2% | 3.0% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 70, Gaylord'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
Gaylord is a small community located in Kansas, within Smith County. The total population is 70. It ranks as the 597th most populous out of 721 Census-designated places in Kansas.
Age Demographics
The median age in Gaylord is 59.0 years. This is 58% higher than the state median of 37.4 years. 18.6% of residents are 75 or older, suggesting a significant retirement-age population with implications for healthcare services and senior housing.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Gaylord is $57,083. This is 23% lower than the state median of $74,275. It is also 29% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 17.1%. This is 52% higher than the state poverty rate of 11.3%. The survey records no unemployed residents in Gaylord, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. The median home value is $63,300. Housing costs are 71% lower than the state median of $217,200. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.1x, Gaylord is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 66.7% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied.
Race & Ethnicity
Gaylord has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 98.6% of all residents.
Education
14.3% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 60% 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 79.6%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Gaylord, 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 Gaylord, Kansas?
Gaylord, Kansas has a population of 70 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Gaylord, KS?
The median household income in Gaylord is $57,083, which is 29% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Gaylord, KS?
The poverty rate in Gaylord is 17.1%. This means approximately 12 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Gaylord, Kansas?
Gaylord's population is 98.6% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Gaylord, KS?
The median home value in Gaylord is $63,300. The home-value-to-income ratio is 1.1x.
How educated is Gaylord, Kansas?
14.3% of adults (25+) in Gaylord hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 6.1% hold a graduate or professional degree.