Mulberry, Kansas Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Mulberry, Kansas had a total population of 442, the 323rd largest city in Kansas, with a median household income of $52,902, which is 29% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 29.4%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- More than 1 in 4 residents live below the poverty line (29.4%), well above the national average of 12.4%.
- Only 4.7% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
Mulberry Quick Facts
How Mulberry 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 | 419 | 442 | +5.5% |
| Median household income | $49,688 | $52,902 | +6.5% |
How Mulberry 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+)
Mulberry Rankings in Kansas
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Other Cities in Crawford County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pittsburg | 20,637 | $43,419 | 29.5% | $123,200 |
| Frontenac | 3,392 | $58,733 | 8.7% | $165,600 |
| Girard | 2,777 | $40,298 | 16.1% | $93,600 |
| Arma | 1,239 | $50,795 | 12.4% | $85,400 |
| Cherokee | 699 | $56,154 | 8.0% | $85,300 |
| Franklin | 650 | $65,784 | 20.8% | $104,300 |
| Chicopee | 412 | $100,673 | 0.0% | $216,700 |
| McCune | 308 | $47,500 | 25.3% | $40,700 |
| Arcadia | 248 | N/A | 27.0% | $32,500 |
| Walnut | 237 | $37,500 | 45.6% | $31,300 |
Cities Similar to Mulberry
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alta Vista | 443 | $51,250 | $85,000 | 9.9% | 25.7% |
| Gypsum | 443 | $50,000 | $84,500 | 14.7% | 13.3% |
| Hartford | 428 | $55,250 | $69,500 | 13.9% | 21.1% |
| Uniontown | 467 | $53,750 | $48,200 | 24.6% | 7.5% |
| White City | 458 | $48,750 | $58,600 | 16.0% | 24.4% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 442, Mulberry'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
Mulberry is a small community located in Kansas, within Crawford County. The total population is 442. It ranks as the 323rd most populous out of 721 Census-designated places in Kansas.
Age Demographics
The median age in Mulberry is 46.8 years. This is 25% higher than the state median of 37.4 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Mulberry is $52,902. This is 29% lower than the state median of $74,275. It is also 34% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 29.4%. This is 161% higher than the state poverty rate of 11.3%. With more than one in five residents living below the poverty line, economic hardship is a significant challenge for the community. The unemployment rate is 6.3%. This is 61% higher than the state rate of 3.9%. 74.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 10% higher than the state average of 67.2%.
Race & Ethnicity
Mulberry has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 86.7% of all residents. Black or African American residents account for 0.4%. The Black or African American population (0.4%) is well below the state average of 5.1%.
Education
4.7% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 87% 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 90.7%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Mulberry, 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 Mulberry, Kansas?
Mulberry, Kansas has a population of 442 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Mulberry, KS?
The median household income in Mulberry is $52,902, which is 34% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Mulberry, KS?
The poverty rate in Mulberry is 29.4%. This means approximately 130 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Mulberry, Kansas?
Mulberry's population is 86.7% White, 0.4% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Mulberry, KS?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Mulberry — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Mulberry, Kansas?
4.7% of adults (25+) in Mulberry hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.