Olivet, Kansas Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Olivet, Kansas had a total population of 180, the 448th largest city in Kansas, with a median household income of $93,594, which is 26% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 13.3%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Housing is very affordable with a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.7x.
Olivet Quick Facts
How Olivet 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 | 111 | 180 | +62.2% |
| Median household income | $88,750 | $93,594 | +5.5% |
| Median home value | $155,400 | $157,700 | +1.5% |
How Olivet 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
Moderate diversity with one or two groups making up the majority.
State average: 45 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Olivet Rankings in Kansas
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Other Cities in Osage County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Osage City | 2,828 | $71,191 | 8.9% | $155,800 |
| Carbondale | 1,341 | $75,750 | 15.2% | $119,400 |
| Overbrook | 1,113 | $68,958 | 6.5% | $146,300 |
| Burlingame | 1,046 | $60,202 | 9.9% | $86,700 |
| Lyndon | 1,023 | $67,227 | 8.8% | $114,400 |
| Scranton | 911 | $56,793 | 18.4% | $75,900 |
| Vassar | 832 | $68,036 | 6.3% | $176,300 |
| Quenemo | 353 | $50,833 | 29.4% | $53,800 |
| Melvern | 352 | $55,893 | 13.9% | $89,100 |
Cities Similar to Olivet
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Louisville | 175 | N/A | $57,100 | 7.0% | 4.6% |
| Catharine | 186 | N/A | $265,600 | 18.4% | 66.7% |
| Corning | 187 | $93,750 | $135,000 | 39.1% | 8.0% |
| Delia | 177 | $85,714 | $68,900 | 18.3% | 5.1% |
| Tyro | 192 | N/A | $132,100 | 4.6% | 35.4% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 180, Olivet'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
Olivet is a small community located in Kansas, within Osage County. The total population is 180. It ranks as the 448th most populous out of 721 Census-designated places in Kansas.
Age Demographics
The median age in Olivet is 24.8 years. This is 34% lower than the state median of 37.4 years. With 39.4% of the population under 18, Olivet has a notably young demographic profile, suggesting a family-oriented community.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Olivet is $93,594. This is 26% higher than the state median of $74,275. It is also 16% higher than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 13.3%. This is 18% higher than the state poverty rate of 11.3%. The survey records no unemployed residents in Olivet, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. The median home value is $157,700. Housing costs are 27% lower than the state median of $217,200. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.7x, Olivet is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 80.7% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 20% higher than the state average of 67.2%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Olivet is White (non-Hispanic), making up 57.8% of the population.
Education
10.3% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 71% 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 95.4%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Olivet, 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 Olivet, Kansas?
Olivet, Kansas has a population of 180 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Olivet, KS?
The median household income in Olivet is $93,594, which is 16% higher than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Olivet, KS?
The poverty rate in Olivet is 13.3%. This means approximately 24 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Olivet, Kansas?
Olivet's population is 57.8% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Olivet, KS?
The median home value in Olivet is $157,700. The home-value-to-income ratio is 1.7x.
How educated is Olivet, Kansas?
10.3% of adults (25+) in Olivet hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 1.1% hold a graduate or professional degree.