Pretty Prairie, Kansas Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Pretty Prairie, Kansas had a total population of 641, the 266th largest city in Kansas, with a median household income of $65,500, which is 12% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 9.8%.
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 1.5x.
- Near full employment with an unemployment rate of just 1.3%.
Pretty Prairie Quick Facts
How Pretty Prairie 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 | 553 | 641 | +15.9% |
| Median household income | $57,969 | $65,500 | +13.0% |
| Median home value | $83,500 | $100,000 | +19.8% |
How Pretty Prairie 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+)
Pretty Prairie Rankings in Kansas
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Other Cities in Reno County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hutchinson | 39,709 | $58,687 | 14.9% | $125,000 |
| South Hutchinson | 2,751 | $50,441 | 13.7% | $151,000 |
| Buhler | 1,525 | $72,929 | 4.2% | $131,800 |
| Haven | 1,313 | $59,091 | 9.1% | $91,400 |
| Nickerson | 1,001 | $49,167 | 12.9% | $79,200 |
| The Highlands | 479 | $97,500 | 3.1% | $288,900 |
| Arlington | 407 | $33,750 | 35.9% | $73,000 |
| Turon | 334 | $51,500 | 6.9% | $48,000 |
| Partridge | 236 | $67,188 | 23.7% | $75,800 |
| Sylvia | 195 | $44,271 | 12.6% | $58,600 |
Cities Similar to Pretty Prairie
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Franklin | 650 | $65,784 | $104,300 | 8.6% | 20.8% |
| Bird City | 633 | $70,208 | $102,700 | 24.6% | 18.3% |
| Bucklin | 652 | $60,208 | $84,600 | 26.9% | 5.7% |
| Leon | 607 | $66,250 | $113,100 | 12.4% | 14.7% |
| Waverly | 625 | $70,893 | $102,400 | 18.6% | 12.4% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 641, Pretty Prairie'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
Pretty Prairie is a small community located in Kansas, within Reno County. The total population is 641. It ranks as the 266th most populous out of 721 Census-designated places in Kansas.
Age Demographics
The median age in Pretty Prairie is 42.3 years. This is 13% higher than the state median of 37.4 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Pretty Prairie is $65,500. This is 12% lower than the state median of $74,275. It is also 19% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 9.8%. This is 13% lower than the state poverty rate of 11.3%. The unemployment rate is 1.3%. This is 67% lower than the state rate of 3.9%. The median home value is $100,000. Housing costs are 54% lower than the state median of $217,200. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.5x, Pretty Prairie is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 74.7% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 11% higher than the state average of 67.2%.
Race & Ethnicity
Pretty Prairie has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 93.5% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 5.5%. The Hispanic or Latino population (5.5%) is well below the state average of 13.6%.
Education
29.5% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 17% 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 97.0%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Pretty Prairie, 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 Pretty Prairie, Kansas?
Pretty Prairie, Kansas has a population of 641 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Pretty Prairie, KS?
The median household income in Pretty Prairie is $65,500, which is 19% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Pretty Prairie, KS?
The poverty rate in Pretty Prairie is 9.8%. This means approximately 59 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Pretty Prairie, Kansas?
Pretty Prairie's population is 93.5% White, 0.0% Black, 5.5% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Pretty Prairie, KS?
The median home value in Pretty Prairie is $100,000. The home-value-to-income ratio is 1.5x.
How educated is Pretty Prairie, Kansas?
29.5% of adults (25+) in Pretty Prairie hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 7.9% hold a graduate or professional degree.