Tonganoxie, Kansas Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Tonganoxie, Kansas had a total population of 5,891, the 59th largest city in Kansas, with a median household income of $80,109, which is 8% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 13.2%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- 39.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher — top 10% in Kansas.
Tonganoxie Quick Facts
How Tonganoxie 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 | 5,693 | 5,891 | +3.5% |
| Median household income | $77,500 | $80,109 | +3.4% |
| Median home value | $227,700 | $261,700 | +14.9% |
How Tonganoxie 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+)
Tonganoxie Rankings in Kansas
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Other Cities in Leavenworth County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Leavenworth | 37,195 | $72,987 | 11.7% | $193,000 |
| Lansing | 11,246 | $102,786 | 6.3% | $270,800 |
| Basehor | 7,491 | $116,769 | 7.0% | $349,900 |
| Linwood | 312 | $65,994 | 5.1% | $215,800 |
| Easton | 299 | $49,375 | 19.9% | $73,300 |
Cities Similar to Tonganoxie
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paola | 5,770 | $74,662 | $210,800 | 26.4% | 7.8% |
| Mulvane | 6,171 | $74,039 | $176,300 | 33.9% | 8.5% |
| Goddard | 6,030 | $94,004 | $242,800 | 35.1% | 1.9% |
| 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
Tonganoxie is a small city located in Kansas, within Leavenworth County. The total population is 5,891. It ranks as the 59th most populous out of 721 Census-designated places in Kansas.
Age Demographics
The median age in Tonganoxie is 36.8 years. This is 2% lower than the state median of 37.4 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Tonganoxie is $80,109. This is 8% higher than the state median of $74,275. It is also about the same as the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 13.2%. This is 17% higher than the state poverty rate of 11.3%. The unemployment rate is 4.5%. This is 15% higher than the state rate of 3.9%. The median home value is $261,700. Housing costs are 20% higher than the state median of $217,200. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.3x. 68.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 1% higher than the state average of 67.2%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Tonganoxie is White (non-Hispanic), making up 82.8% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 5.8%. The Hispanic or Latino population (5.8%) is well below the state average of 13.6%.
Education
39.4% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This places Tonganoxie in the top 10% of all cities in the state for educational attainment. This is 11% higher 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 98.1%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Tonganoxie, 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 Tonganoxie, Kansas?
Tonganoxie, Kansas has a population of 5,891 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Tonganoxie, KS?
The median household income in Tonganoxie is $80,109, which is about the same as the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Tonganoxie, KS?
The poverty rate in Tonganoxie is 13.2%. This means approximately 771 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Tonganoxie, Kansas?
Tonganoxie's population is 82.8% White, 0.0% Black, 5.8% Hispanic/Latino, and 1.9% Asian.
What is the median home value in Tonganoxie, KS?
The median home value in Tonganoxie is $261,700. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.3x.
How educated is Tonganoxie, Kansas?
39.4% of adults (25+) in Tonganoxie hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 13.3% hold a graduate or professional degree.