Portis, Kansas Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Portis, Kansas had a total population of 70, the 597th largest city in Kansas, with a median household income of $88,125, which is 19% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 7.1%.
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 0.4x.
Portis Quick Facts
How Portis 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 | 94 | 70 | -25.5% |
| Median household income | $73,333 | $88,125 | +20.2% |
| Median home value | $35,300 | $37,300 | +5.7% |
How Portis 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+)
Portis Rankings in Kansas
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Other Cities in Osborne County
Cities Similar to Portis
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Elgin | 72 | N/A | $17,000 | 6.5% | 13.9% |
| Devon | 73 | N/A | N/A | 15.3% | 0.0% |
| Athol | 65 | N/A | $68,600 | 2.6% | 0.0% |
| Collyer | 69 | $76,667 | $84,100 | 5.9% | 17.4% |
| Ramona | 76 | $87,500 | $81,300 | 24.0% | 17.1% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 70, Portis'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
Portis is a small community located in Kansas, within Osborne County. The total population is 70. It ranks as the 597th most populous out of 721 Census-designated places in Kansas.
Age Demographics
The median age in Portis is 42.0 years. This is 12% higher than the state median of 37.4 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Portis is $88,125. This is 19% higher than the state median of $74,275. It is also 9% higher than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 7.1%. This is 37% lower than the state poverty rate of 11.3%. The survey records no unemployed residents in Portis, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. The median home value is $37,300. Housing costs are 83% lower than the state median of $217,200. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 0.4x, Portis is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 94.3% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 40% higher than the state average of 67.2%.
Race & Ethnicity
Portis has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 97.1% of all residents.
Education
14.3% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 60% 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 91.1%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Portis, 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 Portis, Kansas?
Portis, Kansas has a population of 70 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Portis, KS?
The median household income in Portis is $88,125, which is 9% higher than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Portis, KS?
The poverty rate in Portis is 7.1%. This means approximately 5 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Portis, Kansas?
Portis's population is 97.1% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Portis, KS?
The median home value in Portis is $37,300. The home-value-to-income ratio is 0.4x.
How educated is Portis, Kansas?
14.3% of adults (25+) in Portis hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.