Goff, Kansas Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Goff, Kansas had a total population of 133, the 507th largest city in Kansas. The poverty rate is 68.4%.
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 (68.4%), well above the national average of 12.4%.
- Only 9.3% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
Goff Quick Facts
How Goff 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 | 90 | 133 | +47.8% |
| Median home value | $50,000 | $50,000 | +0.0% |
How Goff 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+)
Goff Rankings in Kansas
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Other Cities in Nemaha County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sabetha | 2,471 | $70,464 | 10.6% | $170,800 |
| Seneca | 2,090 | $76,750 | 8.0% | $235,100 |
| Centralia | 501 | $67,188 | 5.5% | $86,400 |
| Wetmore | 342 | $69,375 | 5.9% | $88,400 |
| Corning | 187 | $93,750 | 8.0% | $135,000 |
| Oneida | 137 | $65,000 | 24.8% | $45,000 |
| Bern | 136 | $62,500 | 5.1% | $127,300 |
| Baileyville | 126 | N/A | 0.0% | $447,700 |
| St. Benedict | 36 | N/A | 30.6% | N/A |
| Kelly | 1 | N/A | 0.0% | N/A |
Cities Similar to Goff
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sharon | 133 | $68,750 | $104,900 | 8.4% | 15.0% |
| Beverly | 132 | $30,000 | $40,000 | 8.3% | 22.0% |
| Neosho Falls | 132 | $39,583 | N/A | 6.4% | 20.4% |
| Radley | 135 | $150,170 | N/A | 60.8% | 0.0% |
| Utica | 135 | $66,875 | $33,600 | 16.5% | 7.4% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 133, Goff'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
Goff is a small community located in Kansas, within Nemaha County. The total population is 133. It ranks as the 507th most populous out of 721 Census-designated places in Kansas.
Age Demographics
The median age in Goff is 23.5 years. This is 37% lower than the state median of 37.4 years. With 42.9% of the population under 18, Goff has a notably young demographic profile, suggesting a family-oriented community.
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 68.4%. This is 507% 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 unemployment rate is 4.9%. This is 25% higher than the state rate of 3.9%. The median home value is $50,000. Housing costs are 77% lower than the state median of $217,200. 63.4% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 6% lower than the state average of 67.2%.
Race & Ethnicity
Goff has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 92.5% of all residents.
Education
9.3% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 74% 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 90.7%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Goff, 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 Goff, Kansas?
Goff, Kansas has a population of 133 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Goff, KS?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Goff — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Goff, KS?
The poverty rate in Goff is 68.4%. This means approximately 91 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Goff, Kansas?
Goff's population is 92.5% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Goff, KS?
The median home value in Goff is $50,000.
How educated is Goff, Kansas?
9.3% of adults (25+) in Goff hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.