Longford, Kansas Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Longford, Kansas had a total population of 51, the 631st largest city in Kansas, with a median household income of $48,750, which is 34% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 15.7%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Household income is 34% below the state average, indicating significant economic challenges.
- Only 9.1% 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 1.1x.
- Unemployment rate of 8.3% is notably above the national average.
Longford Quick Facts
How Longford 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 | 44 | 51 | +15.9% |
| Median household income | $55,000 | $48,750 | -11.4% |
| Median home value | $60,000 | $55,000 | -8.3% |
How Longford 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+)
Longford Rankings in Kansas
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Other Cities in Clay County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Clay Center | 4,132 | $62,695 | 13.1% | $143,600 |
| Wakefield | 1,031 | $68,594 | 12.1% | $172,700 |
| Clifton | 442 | $62,625 | 8.3% | $96,000 |
| Morganville | 176 | $49,500 | 11.4% | $62,500 |
| Green | 95 | $80,179 | 1.1% | $82,200 |
| Vining | 58 | $24,205 | 3.5% | $9,999 |
| Idana | 33 | N/A | 0.0% | N/A |
| Oak Hill | 19 | N/A | 15.8% | N/A |
Cities Similar to Longford
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Englewood | 51 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 15.7% |
| Pilsen | 51 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| Vermillion | 52 | N/A | $100,000 | 20.5% | 19.2% |
| Newbury | 50 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| Glade | 50 | $49,464 | N/A | 26.5% | 4.0% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 51, Longford'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
Longford is a small community located in Kansas, within Clay County. The total population is 51. It ranks as the 631st most populous out of 721 Census-designated places in Kansas.
Age Demographics
The median age in Longford is 57.5 years. This is 54% higher than the state median of 37.4 years. Only 7.8% of residents are under 18, indicating fewer families with children.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Longford is $48,750. This is 34% lower than the state median of $74,275. It is also 40% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 15.7%. This is 39% higher than the state poverty rate of 11.3%. The unemployment rate is 8.3%. This is 114% higher than the state rate of 3.9%. The median home value is $55,000. Housing costs are 75% lower than the state median of $217,200. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.1x, Longford is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 70.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 4% higher than the state average of 67.2%.
Race & Ethnicity
Every resident counted in Longford 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
9.1% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 74% 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 93.2%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Longford, 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 Longford, Kansas?
Longford, Kansas has a population of 51 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Longford, KS?
The median household income in Longford is $48,750, which is 40% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Longford, KS?
The poverty rate in Longford is 15.7%. This means approximately 8 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Longford, Kansas?
Longford's population is 100.0% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Longford, KS?
The median home value in Longford is $55,000. The home-value-to-income ratio is 1.1x.
How educated is Longford, Kansas?
9.1% of adults (25+) in Longford hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.