Grenola, Kansas Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Grenola, Kansas had a total population of 142, the 491st largest city in Kansas, with a median household income of $56,786, which is 24% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 17.6%.
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 0.8x.
Grenola Quick Facts
How Grenola 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 | 149 | 142 | -4.7% |
| Median household income | $53,125 | $56,786 | +6.9% |
| Median home value | $45,000 | $44,700 | -0.7% |
How Grenola 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+)
Grenola Rankings in Kansas
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Other Cities in Elk County
Cities Similar to Grenola
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Admire | 144 | $56,094 | N/A | 14.3% | 2.1% |
| Crestline | 139 | N/A | N/A | 44.2% | 0.0% |
| Muscotah | 141 | $58,750 | $90,000 | 7.4% | 11.3% |
| Goff | 133 | N/A | $50,000 | 9.3% | 68.4% |
| Woodbine | 137 | $52,159 | $90,000 | 16.7% | 5.8% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 142, Grenola'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
Grenola is a small community located in Kansas, within Elk County. The total population is 142. It ranks as the 491st most populous out of 721 Census-designated places in Kansas.
Age Demographics
The median age in Grenola is 62.3 years. This is 67% higher than the state median of 37.4 years. 17.6% 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 Grenola is $56,786. This is 24% lower than the state median of $74,275. It is also 30% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 17.6%. This is 56% higher than the state poverty rate of 11.3%. The survey records no unemployed residents in Grenola, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. The median home value is $44,700. Housing costs are 79% lower than the state median of $217,200. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 0.8x, Grenola is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 80.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 19% higher than the state average of 67.2%.
Race & Ethnicity
Grenola has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 93.7% of all residents.
Education
19.2% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 46% 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 95.2%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Grenola, 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 Grenola, Kansas?
Grenola, Kansas has a population of 142 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Grenola, KS?
The median household income in Grenola is $56,786, which is 30% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Grenola, KS?
The poverty rate in Grenola is 17.6%. This means approximately 25 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Grenola, Kansas?
Grenola's population is 93.7% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Grenola, KS?
The median home value in Grenola is $44,700. The home-value-to-income ratio is 0.8x.
How educated is Grenola, Kansas?
19.2% of adults (25+) in Grenola hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 2.9% hold a graduate or professional degree.