Lane, Kansas Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Lane, Kansas had a total population of 223, the 409th largest city in Kansas, with a median household income of $47,143, which is 37% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 15.3%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Household income is 37% below the state average, indicating significant economic challenges.
- Only 6.7% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
- Housing is very affordable with a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.2x.
- Unemployment rate of 11.0% is notably above the national average.
Lane Quick Facts
How Lane 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 | 170 | 223 | +31.2% |
| Median household income | $42,500 | $47,143 | +10.9% |
| Median home value | $103,900 | $102,800 | -1.1% |
How Lane 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+)
Lane Rankings in Kansas
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Other Cities in Franklin County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ottawa | 12,678 | $71,699 | 9.1% | $166,500 |
| Wellsville | 2,216 | $83,750 | 8.0% | $180,000 |
| Pomona | 1,088 | $51,875 | 12.8% | $145,800 |
| Richmond | 503 | $56,078 | 6.1% | $96,200 |
| Williamsburg | 372 | $73,125 | 3.0% | $105,700 |
| Princeton | 236 | $64,500 | 3.8% | $108,300 |
| Rantoul | 130 | $60,000 | 6.2% | $120,200 |
Cities Similar to Lane
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Geuda Springs | 223 | $51,528 | $86,300 | 6.0% | 3.6% |
| Geneseo | 213 | $46,563 | $44,700 | 15.1% | 15.0% |
| Hardtner | 216 | $50,179 | $47,800 | 19.2% | 11.6% |
| Grainfield | 232 | $44,688 | $86,700 | 14.7% | 4.7% |
| Munjor | 247 | N/A | $121,500 | 0.0% | 0.0% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 223, Lane'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
Lane is a small community located in Kansas, within Franklin County. The total population is 223. It ranks as the 409th most populous out of 721 Census-designated places in Kansas.
Age Demographics
The median age in Lane is 51.1 years. This is 37% higher than the state median of 37.4 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Lane is $47,143. This is 37% lower than the state median of $74,275. It is also 42% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 15.3%. This is 35% higher than the state poverty rate of 11.3%. The unemployment rate is 11.0%. This is 182% higher than the state rate of 3.9%. The median home value is $102,800. Housing costs are 53% lower than the state median of $217,200. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.2x, Lane is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 86.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 28% higher than the state average of 67.2%.
Race & Ethnicity
Lane has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 96.0% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 0.9%. The Hispanic or Latino population (0.9%) is well below the state average of 13.6%. The Asian population (0.9%) is well below the state average of 2.9%.
Education
6.7% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 81% 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 96.3%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Lane, 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 Lane, Kansas?
Lane, Kansas has a population of 223 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Lane, KS?
The median household income in Lane is $47,143, which is 42% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Lane, KS?
The poverty rate in Lane is 15.3%. This means approximately 34 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Lane, Kansas?
Lane's population is 96.0% White, 0.0% Black, 0.9% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.9% Asian.
What is the median home value in Lane, KS?
The median home value in Lane is $102,800. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.2x.
How educated is Lane, Kansas?
6.7% of adults (25+) in Lane hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 1.2% hold a graduate or professional degree.