Wilsey, Kansas Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Wilsey, Kansas had a total population of 164, the 467th largest city in Kansas, with a median household income of $63,333, which is 15% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 12.8%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Only 4.5% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
- Housing is very affordable with a home-value-to-income ratio of just 0.8x.
- Unemployment rate of 12.0% is notably above the national average.
Wilsey Quick Facts
How Wilsey 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 | 192 | 164 | -14.6% |
| Median household income | $58,333 | $63,333 | +8.6% |
| Median home value | $75,000 | $53,300 | -28.9% |
How Wilsey 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
Moderate diversity with one or two groups making up the majority.
State average: 45 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Wilsey Rankings in Kansas
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Other Cities in Morris County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Council Grove | 2,265 | $57,962 | 13.7% | $134,900 |
| White City | 458 | $48,750 | 24.4% | $58,600 |
| Dwight | 242 | $67,000 | 9.2% | $86,800 |
| Latimer | 84 | N/A | 66.7% | $61,500 |
| Parkerville | 55 | $19,250 | 58.2% | $54,500 |
| Burdick | 34 | $82,500 | 0.0% | $81,300 |
| Dunlap | 16 | N/A | 12.5% | N/A |
Cities Similar to Wilsey
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bucyrus | 168 | N/A | N/A | 65.6% | 0.0% |
| Herndon | 159 | $65,000 | $48,600 | 25.3% | 3.8% |
| Courtland | 163 | $58,125 | $83,300 | 34.2% | 1.8% |
| St. Marks | 156 | N/A | N/A | 48.5% | 0.0% |
| Paxico | 166 | $68,438 | $129,500 | 20.7% | 2.4% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 164, Wilsey'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
Wilsey is a small community located in Kansas, within Morris County. The total population is 164. It ranks as the 467th most populous out of 721 Census-designated places in Kansas.
Age Demographics
The median age in Wilsey is 46.7 years. This is 25% higher than the state median of 37.4 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Wilsey is $63,333. This is 15% lower than the state median of $74,275. It is also 22% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 12.8%. This is 13% higher than the state poverty rate of 11.3%. The unemployment rate is 12.0%. This is 208% higher than the state rate of 3.9%. The median home value is $53,300. Housing costs are 75% lower than the state median of $217,200. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 0.8x, Wilsey is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 97.2% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 45% higher than the state average of 67.2%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Wilsey is White (non-Hispanic), making up 70.7% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 3.0%. The Hispanic or Latino population (3.0%) is well below the state average of 13.6%.
Education
4.5% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 87% 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 90.2%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Wilsey, 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 Wilsey, Kansas?
Wilsey, Kansas has a population of 164 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Wilsey, KS?
The median household income in Wilsey is $63,333, which is 22% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Wilsey, KS?
The poverty rate in Wilsey is 12.8%. This means approximately 21 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Wilsey, Kansas?
Wilsey's population is 70.7% White, 0.0% Black, 3.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Wilsey, KS?
The median home value in Wilsey is $53,300. The home-value-to-income ratio is 0.8x.
How educated is Wilsey, Kansas?
4.5% of adults (25+) in Wilsey hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 3.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.