Labette, Kansas Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Labette, Kansas had a total population of 17, the 697th largest city in Kansas. The poverty rate is 17.6%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Labette Quick Facts
How Labette 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 | 23 | 17 | -26.1% |
How Labette 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+)
Labette Rankings in Kansas
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Other Cities in Labette County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Parsons | 9,425 | $52,428 | 20.9% | $71,700 |
| Oswego | 1,937 | $53,750 | 22.8% | $82,700 |
| Altamont | 993 | $64,716 | 4.5% | $107,400 |
| Chetopa | 977 | $25,288 | 37.2% | $71,900 |
| Mound Valley | 341 | $36,917 | 23.8% | $42,600 |
| Edna | 297 | $63,542 | 13.5% | $90,000 |
| Dennis | 198 | $92,818 | 0.0% | $157,700 |
| Bartlett | 58 | $55,417 | 19.0% | $35,000 |
Cities Similar to Labette
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Richfield | 17 | N/A | $229,200 | 64.7% | 0.0% |
| Waldo | 17 | $65,833 | N/A | 37.5% | 0.0% |
| Dunlap | 16 | N/A | N/A | 33.3% | 12.5% |
| Radium | 16 | $56,250 | $26,300 | 6.3% | 25.0% |
| Oak Hill | 19 | N/A | N/A | 15.8% | 15.8% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 17, Labette'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
Labette is a small community located in Kansas, within Labette County. The total population is 17. It ranks as the 697th most populous out of 721 Census-designated places in Kansas.
Age Demographics
The median age in Labette is 69.3 years. This is 85% higher than the state median of 37.4 years. Only 5.9% of residents are under 18, indicating fewer families with children. 23.5% of residents are 75 or older, suggesting a significant retirement-age population with implications for healthcare services and senior housing.
Economy, Income & Housing
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 Labette, 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
Every resident counted in Labette was recorded as White (non-Hispanic). A figure of exactly 100.0% reflects a survey sample too small to capture the community's full composition rather than a precise measurement.
Education
12.5% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 65% 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 93.8%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Labette, 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 Labette, Kansas?
Labette, Kansas has a population of 17 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Labette, KS?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Labette — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Labette, KS?
The poverty rate in Labette is 17.6%. This means approximately 3 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Labette, Kansas?
Labette's population is 100.0% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Labette, KS?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Labette — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Labette, Kansas?
12.5% of adults (25+) in Labette hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.