Kanorado, Kansas Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Kanorado, Kansas had a total population of 153, the 481st largest city in Kansas, with a median household income of $97,500, which is 31% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 15.0%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Household income is 31% above the state average — one of the wealthiest communities in Kansas.
- Only 4.0% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
Kanorado Quick Facts
How Kanorado 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 | 232 | 153 | -34.1% |
| Median household income | $95,972 | $97,500 | +1.6% |
How Kanorado 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+)
Kanorado Rankings in Kansas
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Other Cities in Sherman County
Cities Similar to Kanorado
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St. Marks | 156 | N/A | N/A | 48.5% | 0.0% |
| Bucyrus | 168 | N/A | N/A | 65.6% | 0.0% |
| New Cambria | 144 | $90,930 | $114,300 | 9.9% | 2.1% |
| Crestline | 139 | N/A | N/A | 44.2% | 0.0% |
| Dorrance | 156 | $82,639 | $108,800 | 11.6% | 6.4% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 153, Kanorado'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
Kanorado is a small community located in Kansas, within Sherman County. The total population is 153. It ranks as the 481st most populous out of 721 Census-designated places in Kansas.
Age Demographics
The median age in Kanorado is 40.9 years. This is 9% higher than the state median of 37.4 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Kanorado is $97,500. This is 31% higher than the state median of $74,275. It is also 21% higher than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 15.0%. This is 33% higher than the state poverty rate of 11.3%. The unemployment rate is 3.0%. This is 23% lower than the state rate of 3.9%. 69.6% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 4% higher than the state average of 67.2%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Kanorado is White (non-Hispanic), making up 80.4% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 15.7%.
Education
4.0% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 89% 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 86.1%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Kanorado, 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 Kanorado, Kansas?
Kanorado, Kansas has a population of 153 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Kanorado, KS?
The median household income in Kanorado is $97,500, which is 21% higher than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Kanorado, KS?
The poverty rate in Kanorado is 15.0%. This means approximately 23 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Kanorado, Kansas?
Kanorado's population is 80.4% White, 0.0% Black, 15.7% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Kanorado, KS?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Kanorado — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Kanorado, Kansas?
4.0% of adults (25+) in Kanorado hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 2.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.