Whiting, Kansas Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Whiting, Kansas had a total population of 337, the 359th largest city in Kansas, with a median household income of $59,583, which is 20% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 7.4%.
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 1.2%.
Whiting Quick Facts
How Whiting 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 | 316 | 337 | +6.6% |
| Median household income | $58,125 | $59,583 | +2.5% |
| Median home value | $92,500 | $90,700 | -1.9% |
How Whiting 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+)
Whiting Rankings in Kansas
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Other Cities in Jackson County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Holton | 3,387 | $52,532 | 11.1% | $142,800 |
| Hoyt | 935 | $71,364 | 4.8% | $170,300 |
| Mayetta | 347 | $64,688 | 2.6% | $69,600 |
| Denison | 232 | $80,417 | 4.3% | $56,300 |
| Circleville | 179 | $70,750 | 15.6% | $65,000 |
| Delia | 177 | $85,714 | 5.1% | $68,900 |
| Netawaka | 151 | $77,917 | 20.5% | $104,200 |
| Soldier | 68 | $43,750 | 22.1% | $57,900 |
Cities Similar to Whiting
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fairview | 342 | $61,018 | $109,200 | 5.9% | 16.4% |
| Delphos | 320 | $58,824 | $63,200 | 15.0% | 22.5% |
| Greenleaf | 320 | $61,250 | $82,300 | 7.8% | 15.2% |
| Mayetta | 347 | $64,688 | $69,600 | 16.4% | 2.6% |
| McFarland | 363 | $59,500 | $93,800 | 13.6% | 9.4% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 337, Whiting'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
Whiting is a small community located in Kansas, within Jackson County. The total population is 337. It ranks as the 359th most populous out of 721 Census-designated places in Kansas.
Age Demographics
The median age in Whiting is 36.4 years. This is 3% lower than the state median of 37.4 years. With 35.0% of the population under 18, Whiting has a notably young demographic profile, suggesting a family-oriented community.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Whiting is $59,583. This is 20% lower than the state median of $74,275. It is also 26% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 7.4%. This is 34% lower than the state poverty rate of 11.3%. The unemployment rate is 1.2%. This is 68% lower than the state rate of 3.9%. The median home value is $90,700. Housing costs are 58% lower than the state median of $217,200. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.5x, Whiting is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 85.4% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 27% higher than the state average of 67.2%.
Race & Ethnicity
Whiting has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 92.6% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 0.9%. The Hispanic or Latino population (0.9%) is well below the state average of 13.6%.
Education
26.9% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 25% 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 93.5%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Whiting, 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 Whiting, Kansas?
Whiting, Kansas has a population of 337 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Whiting, KS?
The median household income in Whiting is $59,583, which is 26% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Whiting, KS?
The poverty rate in Whiting is 7.4%. This means approximately 25 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Whiting, Kansas?
Whiting's population is 92.6% White, 0.0% Black, 0.9% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Whiting, KS?
The median home value in Whiting is $90,700. The home-value-to-income ratio is 1.5x.
How educated is Whiting, Kansas?
26.9% of adults (25+) in Whiting hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 10.4% hold a graduate or professional degree.