Pratt, Kansas Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Pratt, Kansas had a total population of 6,577, the 53rd largest city in Kansas, with a median household income of $63,819, which is 14% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 14.3%.
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.
Pratt Quick Facts
How Pratt 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 | 6,559 | 6,577 | +0.3% |
| Median household income | $63,512 | $63,819 | +0.5% |
| Median home value | $103,300 | $107,500 | +4.1% |
How Pratt 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+)
Pratt Rankings in Kansas
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Other Cities in Pratt County
Cities Similar to Pratt
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Abilene | 6,449 | $57,924 | $131,500 | 22.3% | 6.8% |
| Maize | 6,824 | $72,024 | $276,200 | 39.4% | 12.4% |
| Mulvane | 6,171 | $74,039 | $176,300 | 33.9% | 8.5% |
| Ulysses | 5,476 | $63,857 | $97,400 | 24.6% | 7.6% |
| Roeland Park | 6,763 | $88,774 | $276,200 | 57.8% | 9.2% |
Population Overview
Pratt is a small city located in Kansas, within Pratt County. The total population is 6,577. It ranks as the 53rd most populous out of 721 Census-designated places in Kansas.
Age Demographics
The median age in Pratt is 36.7 years. This is 2% lower than the state median of 37.4 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Pratt is $63,819. This is 14% lower than the state median of $74,275. It is also 21% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 14.3%. This is 26% higher than the state poverty rate of 11.3%. The unemployment rate is 3.7%. This is 4% lower than the state rate of 3.9%. The median home value is $107,500. Housing costs are 51% lower than the state median of $217,200. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.7x, Pratt is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 69.7% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 4% higher than the state average of 67.2%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Pratt is White (non-Hispanic), making up 81.6% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 9.9%. The Black or African American population (0.8%) is well below the state average of 5.1%. The Asian population (0.3%) is well below the state average of 2.9%.
Education
22.8% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 36% 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 88.4%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Pratt, 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 Pratt, Kansas?
Pratt, Kansas has a population of 6,577 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Pratt, KS?
The median household income in Pratt is $63,819, which is 21% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Pratt, KS?
The poverty rate in Pratt is 14.3%. This means approximately 863 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Pratt, Kansas?
Pratt's population is 81.6% White, 0.8% Black, 9.9% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.3% Asian.
What is the median home value in Pratt, KS?
The median home value in Pratt is $107,500. The home-value-to-income ratio is 1.7x.
How educated is Pratt, Kansas?
22.8% of adults (25+) in Pratt hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 8.1% hold a graduate or professional degree.