Preston, Kansas Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Preston, Kansas had a total population of 111, the 534th largest city in Kansas, with a median household income of $28,269, which is 62% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 37.8%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Household income is 62% below the state average, indicating significant economic challenges.
- More than 1 in 4 residents live below the poverty line (37.8%), well above the national average of 12.4%.
Preston Quick Facts
How Preston 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 | 127 | 111 | -12.6% |
| Median household income | $28,462 | $28,269 | -0.7% |
How Preston Compares
Median Household Income
Median Home Value
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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+)
Preston Rankings in Kansas
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Other Cities in Pratt County
Cities Similar to Preston
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spivey | 116 | N/A | $73,900 | 8.3% | 2.6% |
| Hillsdale | 117 | N/A | $173,300 | 32.1% | 0.0% |
| Alton | 121 | N/A | $32,500 | 2.2% | 14.9% |
| Wright | 106 | $31,058 | $220,100 | 6.0% | 0.0% |
| Silverdale | 116 | $31,188 | $186,900 | 0.0% | 82.8% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 111, Preston'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
Preston is a small community located in Kansas, within Pratt County. The total population is 111. It ranks as the 534th most populous out of 721 Census-designated places in Kansas.
Age Demographics
The median age in Preston is 49.5 years. This is 32% higher than the state median of 37.4 years. Only 2.7% of residents are under 18, indicating fewer families with children.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Preston is $28,269. This is 62% lower than the state median of $74,275. It is also 65% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 37.8%. This is 235% 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. The survey records no unemployed residents in Preston, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. 60.3% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 10% lower than the state average of 67.2%.
Race & Ethnicity
Preston has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 92.8% of all residents.
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 87.1%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Preston, 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 Preston, Kansas?
Preston, Kansas has a population of 111 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Preston, KS?
The median household income in Preston is $28,269, which is 65% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Preston, KS?
The poverty rate in Preston is 37.8%. This means approximately 42 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Preston, Kansas?
Preston's population is 92.8% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Preston, KS?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Preston — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Preston, Kansas?
15.8% of adults (25+) in Preston hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 3.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.