Penalosa, Kansas Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Penalosa, Kansas had a total population of 5, the 718th largest city in Kansas. The poverty rate is 60.0%.
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 (60.0%), well above the national average of 12.4%.
- Only 0.0% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
Penalosa Quick Facts
How Penalosa 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 | 3 | 5 | +66.7% |
How Penalosa Compares
Median Household Income
Median Home Value
Economy & Housing
Household Income Distribution
Detailed income brackets
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+)
Penalosa Rankings in Kansas
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Other Cities in Kingman County
Cities Similar to Penalosa
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Edson | 5 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| Waldron | 5 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 80.0% |
| Norway | 6 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| Speed | 6 | N/A | $58,300 | 16.7% | 0.0% |
| Cedar Point | 8 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 0.0% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 5, Penalosa'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
Penalosa is a small community located in Kansas, within Kingman County. The total population is 5. It ranks as the 718th most populous out of 721 Census-designated places in Kansas.
Age Demographics
The median age in Penalosa is 78.5 years. This is 110% higher than the state median of 37.4 years. 60.0% 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 60.0%. This is 432% 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. 100.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 49% higher than the state average of 67.2%.
Race & Ethnicity
Every resident counted in Penalosa 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
0.0% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is among the lowest rates in the state, which may correlate with employment and income patterns. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 80.0%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Penalosa, 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 Penalosa, Kansas?
Penalosa, Kansas has a population of 5 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Penalosa, KS?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Penalosa — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Penalosa, KS?
The poverty rate in Penalosa is 60.0%. This means approximately 3 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Penalosa, Kansas?
Penalosa's population is 100.0% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Penalosa, KS?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Penalosa — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Penalosa, Kansas?
0.0% of adults (25+) in Penalosa hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.