Isabel, Kansas Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Isabel, Kansas had a total population of 93, the 555th largest city in Kansas, with a median household income of $62,132, which is 16% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 6.5%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Only 3.3% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
Isabel Quick Facts
How Isabel 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 | 103 | 93 | -9.7% |
| Median household income | $58,938 | $62,132 | +5.4% |
How Isabel 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+)
Isabel Rankings in Kansas
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Other Cities in Barber County
Cities Similar to Isabel
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chautauqua | 91 | N/A | $57,500 | 8.8% | 7.7% |
| Rock | 90 | $62,000 | N/A | 23.1% | 0.0% |
| Formoso | 89 | N/A | $43,300 | 15.3% | 13.5% |
| Gem | 98 | N/A | $56,500 | 20.0% | 0.0% |
| Monument | 99 | N/A | $80,800 | 4.0% | 31.3% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 93, Isabel'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
Isabel is a small community located in Kansas, within Barber County. The total population is 93. It ranks as the 555th most populous out of 721 Census-designated places in Kansas.
Age Demographics
The median age in Isabel is 29.9 years. This is 20% lower than the state median of 37.4 years. 12.9% 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 Isabel is $62,132. This is 16% lower than the state median of $74,275. It is also 23% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 6.5%. This is 43% lower than the state poverty rate of 11.3%. The survey records no unemployed residents in Isabel, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. 100.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 49% higher than the state average of 67.2%.
Race & Ethnicity
Isabel has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 89.3% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 7.5%.
Education
3.3% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 91% lower than the state rate of 35.6%. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. No surveyed resident aged 25 or older reported leaving school before earning a high school diploma, though a rate of exactly 100% reflects the limits of a small sample.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Isabel, 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 Isabel, Kansas?
Isabel, Kansas has a population of 93 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Isabel, KS?
The median household income in Isabel is $62,132, which is 23% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Isabel, KS?
The poverty rate in Isabel is 6.5%. This means approximately 6 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Isabel, Kansas?
Isabel's population is 89.3% White, 0.0% Black, 7.5% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Isabel, KS?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Isabel — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Isabel, Kansas?
3.3% of adults (25+) in Isabel hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.