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Population Review

Leavenworth, Kansas Population 2026

Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates

The population of Leavenworth, Kansas is 37,176 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 12th-largest city in Kansas. The median household income is $71,239, the median home value is $176,000, and the median age is 35.6.

The population has grown 5.6% since 2010 (35,372 → 37,370).

37,176

Population

1527

People / sq mi

$71,239

Median Income

$176,000

Median Home Value

Leavenworth covers 24.4 sq mi of land at 1527 people per square mile.

About Leavenworth, KS

Leavenworth is a city in Kansas with a population of 37,176. It ranks #12 among cities in Kansas by population. The median age is 35.6, younger than the national median. The population is 55.8% male and 44.2% female.

The median household income in Leavenworth is $71,239, near the US median of $74,580. 8.7% of residents live below the federal poverty level. Home values sit at a median of $176,000, with monthly rent averaging $1,135. The homeownership rate of 51.5% is lower than the national rate of 64.8%.

Educational attainment in Leavenworth reflects 33.5% of adults 25 and older holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average of 34.3%. Roughly 7.4% of workers primarily work from home, below the national work-from-home rate of 14.2%. The average commute is 19.2 minutes each way.

Leavenworth city Population History (2010-2024)

The city of Leavenworth city had a population of 35,372 in 2010 and 37,370 in 2024, a 5.6% growth over 14 years. The peak was 37,370 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 0.40%.

2024 · 37K20102024

37,370

Population (2024)

35,372

Population (2010)

37,370

Peak (2024)

0.40%

Avg Annual Growth

YearPopulation
201035,372
201135,599
201235,748
201335,835
201435,842
201535,847
201636,143
201736,222
201836,122
201935,957
202037,318
202137,194
202237,040
202337,133
202437,370

Race & Ethnicity

White74.8%
Black or African American11.7%
Asian0.0%
Hispanic or Latino (any race)2.7%
Two or More Races0.0%

Economy & Income

$71,239

Median Household Income

$34,042

Per Capita Income

8.7%

Poverty Rate

2.1%

Unemployment Rate

Housing

$176,000

Median Home Value

$1,135

Median Rent

51.5%

Owner-Occupied

Education

91.8%

High School+

33.5%

Bachelor's+

Commute

0.2%

Drive Alone

76.8%

Public Transit

7.4%

Work From Home

19.2 min

Avg Commute

Community Profile

53.7%

Foreign Born

93.3%

Non-English at Home

18.9%

Veterans

16.5%

With Disability

91.3%

Health Insurance

96.2%

Internet Access

Employment by Industry

Professional, Scientific & Management25.1%
Public Administration14.5%
Finance, Insurance & Real Estate10.0%
Education, Health Care & Social Services8.4%
Retail Trade6.0%
Manufacturing4.9%
Arts, Entertainment & Food Services4.7%
Information3.9%
Construction3.7%
Agriculture & Mining2.0%
Transportation & Warehousing1.1%

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Frequently Asked Questions

Leavenworth, Kansas has a population of 37,176 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 12th-largest city in Kansas.

The median household income in Leavenworth, Kansas is $71,239, with 8.7% of residents living below the federal poverty level.

The median home value in Leavenworth, Kansas is $176,000, with median monthly rent at $1,135 and a homeownership rate of 51.5%.

The median age in Leavenworth, Kansas is 35.6 years. The population is 55.8% male and 44.2% female.

The population has grown 5.6% since 2010 (35,372 → 37,370).

Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.