Sawyer, Kansas Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Sawyer, Kansas had a total population of 76, the 588th largest city in Kansas, with a median household income of $39,792, which is 46% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 6.6%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Household income is 46% below the state average, indicating significant economic challenges.
- Only 2.3% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
- Housing is very affordable with a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.5x.
Sawyer Quick Facts
How Sawyer 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 | 119 | 76 | -36.1% |
| Median household income | $43,750 | $39,792 | -9.0% |
| Median home value | $60,000 | $60,800 | +1.3% |
How Sawyer 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+)
Sawyer Rankings in Kansas
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Other Cities in Pratt County
Cities Similar to Sawyer
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Devon | 73 | N/A | N/A | 15.3% | 0.0% |
| Croweburg | 80 | N/A | N/A | 51.5% | 0.0% |
| Milan | 80 | N/A | N/A | 20.4% | 6.3% |
| Elgin | 72 | N/A | $17,000 | 6.5% | 13.9% |
| Culver | 83 | N/A | N/A | 8.8% | 7.2% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 76, Sawyer'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
Sawyer is a small community located in Kansas, within Pratt County. The total population is 76. It ranks as the 588th most populous out of 721 Census-designated places in Kansas.
Age Demographics
The median age in Sawyer is 29.3 years. This is 22% lower than the state median of 37.4 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Sawyer is $39,792. This is 46% lower than the state median of $74,275. It is also 51% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 6.6%. This is 42% lower than the state poverty rate of 11.3%. The unemployment rate is 2.7%. This is 31% lower than the state rate of 3.9%. The median home value is $60,800. Housing costs are 72% lower than the state median of $217,200. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.5x, Sawyer is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 74.4% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 11% higher than the state average of 67.2%.
Race & Ethnicity
Every resident counted in Sawyer 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
2.3% 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. This is 93% 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 79.1%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Sawyer, 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 Sawyer, Kansas?
Sawyer, Kansas has a population of 76 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Sawyer, KS?
The median household income in Sawyer is $39,792, which is 51% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Sawyer, KS?
The poverty rate in Sawyer is 6.6%. This means approximately 5 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Sawyer, Kansas?
Sawyer's population is 100.0% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Sawyer, KS?
The median home value in Sawyer is $60,800. The home-value-to-income ratio is 1.5x.
How educated is Sawyer, Kansas?
2.3% of adults (25+) in Sawyer hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 2.3% hold a graduate or professional degree.