Huron, Kansas Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Huron, Kansas had a total population of 70, the 597th largest city in Kansas, with a median household income of $55,417, which is 25% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 34.3%.
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 (34.3%), well above the national average of 12.4%.
- Only 1.9% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
- Unemployment rate of 8.1% is notably above the national average.
Huron Quick Facts
How Huron 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 | 33 | 70 | +112.1% |
| Median household income | $61,250 | $55,417 | -9.5% |
How Huron Compares
Median Household Income
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Household Income Distribution
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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+)
Huron Rankings in Kansas
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Other Cities in Atchison County
Cities Similar to Huron
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gaylord | 70 | $57,083 | $63,300 | 14.3% | 17.1% |
| 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, Huron'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
Huron is a small community located in Kansas, within Atchison 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 Huron is 47.3 years. This is 26% higher than the state median of 37.4 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Huron is $55,417. This is 25% lower than the state median of $74,275. It is also 31% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 34.3%. This is 204% 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 8.1%. This is 108% higher than the state rate of 3.9%. 64.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 5% lower than the state average of 67.2%.
Race & Ethnicity
Huron has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 94.3% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 1.4%. The Hispanic or Latino population (1.4%) is well below the state average of 13.6%.
Education
1.9% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is among the lowest rates in the state, which may correlate with employment and income patterns. This is 95% 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 98.1%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Huron, 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 Huron, Kansas?
Huron, 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 Huron, KS?
The median household income in Huron is $55,417, which is 31% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Huron, KS?
The poverty rate in Huron is 34.3%. This means approximately 24 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Huron, Kansas?
Huron's population is 94.3% White, 0.0% Black, 1.4% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Huron, KS?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Huron — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Huron, Kansas?
1.9% of adults (25+) in Huron hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 1.9% hold a graduate or professional degree.