Willard, Kansas Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Willard, Kansas had a total population of 67, the 604th largest city in Kansas, with a median household income of $65,938, which is 11% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 11.9%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Willard Quick Facts
How Willard 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 | 71 | 67 | -5.6% |
| Median household income | $65,455 | $65,938 | +0.7% |
How Willard 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+)
Willard Rankings in Kansas
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Other Cities in Shawnee County
Cities Similar to Willard
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Athol | 65 | N/A | $68,600 | 2.6% | 0.0% |
| Stuttgart | 65 | $61,563 | $95,000 | 22.7% | 16.9% |
| Elgin | 72 | N/A | $17,000 | 6.5% | 13.9% |
| Coyville | 62 | N/A | $49,100 | 9.6% | 41.9% |
| Devon | 73 | N/A | N/A | 15.3% | 0.0% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 67, Willard'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
Willard is a small community located in Kansas, within Shawnee County. The total population is 67. It ranks as the 604th most populous out of 721 Census-designated places in Kansas.
Age Demographics
The median age in Willard is 44.3 years. This is 18% higher than the state median of 37.4 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Willard is $65,938. This is 11% lower than the state median of $74,275. It is also 18% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 11.9%. This is 6% higher than the state poverty rate of 11.3%. The unemployment rate is 2.6%. This is 34% lower than the state rate of 3.9%. 94.3% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 40% higher than the state average of 67.2%.
Race & Ethnicity
Willard has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 88.1% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 7.5%.
Education
12.8% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 64% 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 97.9%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Willard, 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 Willard, Kansas?
Willard, Kansas has a population of 67 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Willard, KS?
The median household income in Willard is $65,938, which is 18% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Willard, KS?
The poverty rate in Willard is 11.9%. This means approximately 8 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Willard, Kansas?
Willard's population is 88.1% White, 0.0% Black, 7.5% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Willard, KS?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Willard — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Willard, Kansas?
12.8% of adults (25+) in Willard hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 4.3% hold a graduate or professional degree.