Emporia, Kansas Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Emporia, Kansas is 24,098 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 17th-largest city in Kansas. The median household income is $52,787, the median home value is $127,500, and the median age is 30.2.
The population has declined 2.2% since 2010 (24,911 → 24,354).
24,098
Population
1935
People / sq mi
$52,787
Median Income
$127,500
Median Home Value
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Emporia covers 12.5 sq mi of land at 1935 people per square mile.
About Emporia, KS
Emporia skews on age — the median resident is 30.2, younger than the national median. With 24,098 residents, Emporia is a city in Kansas. It ranks #17 among cities in Kansas by population.
The typical household earns $52,787, below the US median of $78,538. Roughly 11.0% of residents fall below the poverty line, below the national 12.4%. Real estate is inexpensive, with a typical home worth only $127,500, with typical rent around $793.
Degree attainment is mid-range for US cities: 25.8% of adults hold a four-year degree, below the national 35.0%. Remote work is on the lower side here, at 6.3%, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 12 minutes each way.
Emporia city Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Emporia city had a population of 24,911 in 2010 and 24,354 in 2024, a -2.2% growth over 14 years. The peak was 24,911 in 2010. Average annual growth rate: -0.16%.
24,354
Population (2024)
24,911
Population (2010)
24,911
Peak (2010)
-0.16%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 24,911 |
| 2011 | 24,910 |
| 2012 | 24,831 |
| 2013 | 24,768 |
| 2014 | 24,513 |
| 2015 | 24,498 |
| 2016 | 24,709 |
| 2017 | 24,625 |
| 2018 | 24,683 |
| 2019 | 24,598 |
| 2020 | 24,096 |
| 2021 | 24,031 |
| 2022 | 24,017 |
| 2023 | 24,183 |
| 2024 | 24,354 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 69.0% |
| Black or African American | 2.1% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 3.7% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$52,787
Median Household Income
$26,667
Per Capita Income
11.0%
Poverty Rate
2.0%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$127,500
Median Home Value
$793
Median Rent
50.0%
Owner-Occupied
Education
87.1%
High School+
25.8%
Bachelor's+
Commute
0.2%
Drive Alone
73.9%
Public Transit
6.3%
Work From Home
12.4 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
21.8%
Foreign Born
79.3%
Non-English at Home
5.3%
Veterans
14.1%
With Disability
87.6%
Health Insurance
94.4%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 25.6% |
| Manufacturing | 23.7% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 9.9% |
| Retail Trade | 6.3% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 5.4% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 3.6% |
| Information | 3.5% |
| Construction | 2.9% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 1.8% |
| Public Administration | 1.6% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 1.3% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Emporia, Kansas has a population of 24,098 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 17th-largest city in Kansas.
The median household income in Emporia, Kansas is $52,787, with 11.0% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Emporia, Kansas is $127,500, with median monthly rent at $793 and a homeownership rate of 50.0%.
The median age in Emporia, Kansas is 30.2 years. The population is 47.7% male and 52.3% female.
The population has declined 2.2% since 2010 (24,911 → 24,354).
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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.