Oak Hill, Kansas Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Oak Hill, Kansas had a total population of 19, the 695th largest city in Kansas. The poverty rate is 15.8%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Unemployment rate of 11.1% is notably above the national average.
Oak Hill Quick Facts
How Oak Hill 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 | 14 | 19 | +35.7% |
How Oak Hill 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+)
Oak Hill 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 |
| Longford | 51 | $48,750 | 15.7% | $55,000 |
| Idana | 33 | N/A | 0.0% | N/A |
Cities Similar to Oak Hill
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Webber | 19 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| Eastshore | 20 | $56,103 | $203,100 | 15.0% | 0.0% |
| Galatia | 20 | N/A | N/A | 30.0% | 10.0% |
| Ames | 21 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 57.1% |
| Labette | 17 | N/A | N/A | 12.5% | 17.6% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 19, Oak Hill'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
Oak Hill is a small community located in Kansas, within Clay County. The total population is 19. It ranks as the 695th most populous out of 721 Census-designated places in Kansas.
Age Demographics
The median age in Oak Hill is 58.5 years. This is 56% higher than the state median of 37.4 years. 15.8% 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 15.8%. This is 40% higher than the state poverty rate of 11.3%. The unemployment rate is 11.1%. This is 185% higher than the state rate of 3.9%. 100.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 49% higher than the state average of 67.2%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Oak Hill is White (non-Hispanic), making up 84.2% of the population. Asian residents account for 10.5%. The Asian population is significantly higher than the state average (10.5% vs 2.9%).
Education
15.8% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 56% 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 89.5%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Oak Hill, 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 Oak Hill, Kansas?
Oak Hill, Kansas has a population of 19 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Oak Hill, KS?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Oak Hill — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Oak Hill, KS?
The poverty rate in Oak Hill is 15.8%. This means approximately 3 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Oak Hill, Kansas?
Oak Hill's population is 84.2% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 10.5% Asian.
What is the median home value in Oak Hill, KS?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Oak Hill — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Oak Hill, Kansas?
15.8% of adults (25+) in Oak Hill hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.