Kansas Population, Demographics & 2020 Census Data
Kansas has 2.9 million residents according to the 2020 U.S. Census. Median household income is $72,639, with a 11.5% poverty rate and a median age of 37.2 years. 35.2% of adults hold a bachelor’s degree or higher (91.9% have a high school diploma or higher).
Updated: 2026-07-19 · Sources: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey
Population (2020)
2.9 million
Estimated total residents based on the 2020 Census.
Median Age
37.2 years
1.5 yr below national avg
Median Household Income
$72,639
$5,899 below national avg
Bachelor's Degree or Higher
35.2%
0.2% above national avg
HS diploma or higher: 91.9%
Poverty Rate
11.5%
0.9% below national avg
Uninsured: 8.9%
Broadband Access
89.3% of households
0.4% below national avg
What is the total population of Kansas?
Kansas has 2.9 million residents as of the 2020 Census. Explore district-level demographics or find your representatives.
What is the median age in Kansas?
The median age in Kansas is 37.2 years. Compare districts on the demographics page.
What is the median household income in Kansas?
The median household income in Kansas is $72,639. See how income varies by district on district demographics.
What share of adults in Kansas have a high school or bachelor's degree?
In Kansas, 91.9% of adults have a high school diploma or higher, and 35.2% have a bachelor's degree or higher.
What are the poverty and uninsured rates in Kansas?
In Kansas, the poverty rate is 11.5% and the uninsured rate is 8.9%.
How many households in Kansas have broadband?
In Kansas, broadband access is 89.3% of households. Share of households with a broadband subscription.
Connect with Your State Leaders in Kansas
Meet the key players in Kansas's state government, including the most prominent elected officials from the executive and legislative branches. These leaders oversee elections, enforce laws, manage state finances, and set the policy agenda for Kansas.
Laura KellyGovernorDemocraticThe state's chief executive who implements laws and manages the executive branch.
Scott SchwabSecretary of StateRepublicanOversees statewide elections, business registrations, and key public records.
Daniel HawkinsSpeaker of the HouseRepublicanLeads the lower chamber and controls the flow of legislation and committee assignments.
Kansas Congressional Delegation — 119th Congress
Kansas sends 2 Senators and 4 Representatives to the 119th Congress (2025-2027). 5 seats are up for election in 2026.
Roger MarshallU.S. SenateRepublicanWon 2020 with 53.2%Up in 2026
Jerry MoranU.S. SenateRepublicanWon 2016 with 62.2%
Tracey MannU.S. House • Kansas U.S. House Kansas District 1RepublicanWon 2024 with 69.1%Up in 2026
Derek SchmidtU.S. House • Kansas U.S. House Kansas District 2RepublicanWon 2024 with 57.1%Up in 2026
Sharice DavidsU.S. House • Kansas U.S. House Kansas District 3DemocraticWon 2024 with 53.4%Up in 2026
Ron EstesU.S. House • Kansas U.S. House Kansas District 4RepublicanWon 2024 with 65.0%Up in 2026
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Kansas Frequently Asked Questions
What is the total population of Kansas (2020)?
Kansas has 2.9 million residents as of the 2020 Census.
What is the median age in Kansas?
The median age in Kansas is 37.2 years.
What is the median household income in Kansas?
The median household income in Kansas is $72,639.
What are the poverty and uninsured rates in Kansas?
In Kansas, the poverty rate is 11.5% and the uninsured rate is 8.9%.
How many households in Kansas have broadband?
In Kansas, broadband access is 89.3% of households.