Wallace, Kansas Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Wallace, Kansas had a total population of 48, the 642nd largest city in Kansas. The poverty rate is 43.8%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- More than 1 in 4 residents live below the poverty line (43.8%), well above the national average of 12.4%.
- Only 4.2% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
Wallace Quick Facts
How Wallace 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 | 54 | 48 | -11.1% |
| Median home value | $65,900 | $66,500 | +0.9% |
How Wallace 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+)
Wallace Rankings in Kansas
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Other Cities in Wallace County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sharon Springs | 817 | $61,429 | 14.0% | $105,100 |
| Weskan | 171 | $71,250 | 1.2% | $150,000 |
Cities Similar to Wallace
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kickapoo Site 1 | 48 | $24,722 | N/A | 0.0% | 37.5% |
| Matfield Green | 48 | $33,750 | N/A | 31.1% | 4.2% |
| Reserve | 48 | $41,250 | $83,300 | 2.9% | 8.3% |
| Edmond | 49 | $25,556 | $9,999 | 12.9% | 34.7% |
| Furley | 49 | $121,406 | N/A | 34.7% | 0.0% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 48, Wallace'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
Wallace is a small community located in Kansas, within Wallace County. The total population is 48. It ranks as the 642nd most populous out of 721 Census-designated places in Kansas.
Age Demographics
The median age in Wallace is 60.5 years. This is 62% higher than the state median of 37.4 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 43.8%. This is 288% 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 Wallace, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. The median home value is $66,500. Housing costs are 69% lower than the state median of $217,200. 100.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 49% higher than the state average of 67.2%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Wallace is White (non-Hispanic), making up 75.0% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 25.0%. The Hispanic or Latino population is significantly higher than the state average (25.0% vs 13.6%).
Education
4.2% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 88% 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 95.8%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Wallace, 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 Wallace, Kansas?
Wallace, Kansas has a population of 48 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Wallace, KS?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Wallace — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Wallace, KS?
The poverty rate in Wallace is 43.8%. This means approximately 21 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Wallace, Kansas?
Wallace's population is 75.0% White, 0.0% Black, 25.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Wallace, KS?
The median home value in Wallace is $66,500.
How educated is Wallace, Kansas?
4.2% of adults (25+) in Wallace hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.