Luray, Kansas Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Luray, Kansas had a total population of 121, the 522nd largest city in Kansas, with a median household income of $52,500, which is 29% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 15.1%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- 39.1% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher — top 10% in Kansas.
- Housing is very affordable with a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.8x.
- Unemployment rate of 11.3% is notably above the national average.
Luray Quick Facts
How Luray 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 | 159 | 121 | -23.9% |
| Median household income | $62,500 | $52,500 | -16.0% |
| Median home value | $67,500 | $94,300 | +39.7% |
How Luray 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+)
Luray Rankings in Kansas
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Other Cities in Russell County
Cities Similar to Luray
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alton | 121 | N/A | $32,500 | 2.2% | 14.9% |
| Hepler | 120 | $53,750 | N/A | 3.8% | 11.7% |
| Hillsdale | 117 | N/A | $173,300 | 32.1% | 0.0% |
| Jennings | 118 | $51,250 | $41,200 | 21.0% | 14.4% |
| Baileyville | 126 | N/A | $447,700 | 31.9% | 0.0% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 121, Luray'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
Luray is a small community located in Kansas, within Russell County. The total population is 121. It ranks as the 522nd most populous out of 721 Census-designated places in Kansas.
Age Demographics
The median age in Luray is 61.3 years. This is 64% higher than the state median of 37.4 years. 13.2% 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 Luray is $52,500. This is 29% lower than the state median of $74,275. It is also 35% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 15.1%. This is 34% higher than the state poverty rate of 11.3%. The unemployment rate is 11.3%. This is 189% higher than the state rate of 3.9%. The median home value is $94,300. Housing costs are 57% lower than the state median of $217,200. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.8x, Luray is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 90.3% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 35% higher than the state average of 67.2%.
Race & Ethnicity
Luray has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 95.0% of all residents.
Education
39.1% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This places Luray in the top 10% of all cities in the state for educational attainment. This is 10% higher 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 95.7%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Luray, 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 Luray, Kansas?
Luray, Kansas has a population of 121 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Luray, KS?
The median household income in Luray is $52,500, which is 35% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Luray, KS?
The poverty rate in Luray is 15.1%. This means approximately 18 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Luray, Kansas?
Luray's population is 95.0% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Luray, KS?
The median home value in Luray is $94,300. The home-value-to-income ratio is 1.8x.
How educated is Luray, Kansas?
39.1% of adults (25+) in Luray hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 8.7% hold a graduate or professional degree.