Timken, Kansas Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Timken, Kansas had a total population of 36, the 658th largest city in Kansas. The poverty rate is 11.1%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Unemployment rate of 9.1% is notably above the national average.
Timken Quick Facts
How Timken 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 | 47 | 36 | -23.4% |
| Median home value | $54,300 | $67,000 | +23.4% |
How Timken 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+)
Timken Rankings in Kansas
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Other Cities in Rush County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| La Crosse | 1,154 | $53,750 | 8.1% | $84,600 |
| Otis | 413 | $63,194 | 19.4% | $64,700 |
| McCracken | 200 | $38,281 | 12.5% | $44,300 |
| Rush Center | 179 | $70,750 | 11.2% | $81,700 |
| Bison | 141 | $65,822 | 3.5% | $52,700 |
| Liebenthal | 87 | $51,250 | 19.5% | $45,600 |
| Alexander | 24 | N/A | 16.7% | N/A |
Cities Similar to Timken
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Belpre | 36 | $36,042 | $39,000 | 0.0% | 19.4% |
| Bluff City | 36 | $62,500 | $27,500 | 0.0% | 5.6% |
| St. Benedict | 36 | N/A | N/A | 42.1% | 30.6% |
| Severance | 37 | N/A | N/A | 14.8% | 48.6% |
| Opolis | 35 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 0.0% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 36, Timken'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
Timken is a small community located in Kansas, within Rush County. The total population is 36. It ranks as the 658th most populous out of 721 Census-designated places in Kansas.
Age Demographics
The median age in Timken is 56.5 years. This is 51% higher than the state median of 37.4 years. Only 11.1% of residents are under 18, indicating fewer families with children.
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 11.1%. This is 2% lower than the state poverty rate of 11.3%. The unemployment rate is 9.1%. This is 133% higher than the state rate of 3.9%. The median home value is $67,000. Housing costs are 69% lower than the state median of $217,200. 72.2% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 8% higher than the state average of 67.2%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Timken is White (non-Hispanic), making up 83.3% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 2.8%. The Hispanic or Latino population (2.8%) is well below the state average of 13.6%.
Education
16.7% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 53% lower than the state rate of 35.6%. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. No surveyed resident aged 25 or older reported leaving school before earning a high school diploma, though a rate of exactly 100% reflects the limits of a small sample.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Timken, 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 Timken, Kansas?
Timken, Kansas has a population of 36 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Timken, KS?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Timken — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Timken, KS?
The poverty rate in Timken is 11.1%. This means approximately 4 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Timken, Kansas?
Timken's population is 83.3% White, 0.0% Black, 2.8% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Timken, KS?
The median home value in Timken is $67,000.
How educated is Timken, Kansas?
16.7% of adults (25+) in Timken hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 3.3% hold a graduate or professional degree.