Pittsburg, Kansas Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Pittsburg, Kansas is 20,606 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 22nd-largest city in Kansas. The median household income is $40,220, the median home value is $110,800, and the median age is 26.0.
The population has grown 1.4% since 2010 (20,257 → 20,547).
20,606
Population
1531
People / sq mi
$40,220
Median Income
$110,800
Median Home Value
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Pittsburg covers 13.5 sq mi of land at 1531 people per square mile.
About Pittsburg, KS
Pittsburg skews on age — the median resident is 26.0, younger than the national median. Pittsburg is a city in Kansas with a population of 20,606. It ranks #22 among cities in Kansas by population.
Incomes are among the lowest of comparable places, with a median household income of $40,220, below the US median of $78,538. Poverty is among the highest of comparable US cities: 22.3%, above the national 12.4%. Real estate is inexpensive, with a typical home worth only $110,800, with typical rent around $840.
33.9% of adults 25 and older hold a bachelor’s degree, near the national average of 35.0%. Most workers commute: only 5.1% work from home, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 15 minutes each way.
Pittsburg city Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Pittsburg city had a population of 20,257 in 2010 and 20,547 in 2024, a 1.4% growth over 14 years. The peak was 20,728 in 2022. Average annual growth rate: 0.10%.
20,547
Population (2024)
20,257
Population (2010)
20,728
Peak (2022)
0.10%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 20,257 |
| 2011 | 20,262 |
| 2012 | 20,326 |
| 2013 | 20,346 |
| 2014 | 20,345 |
| 2015 | 20,322 |
| 2016 | 20,246 |
| 2017 | 20,161 |
| 2018 | 20,116 |
| 2019 | 20,050 |
| 2020 | 20,635 |
| 2021 | 20,622 |
| 2022 | 20,728 |
| 2023 | 20,627 |
| 2024 | 20,547 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 85.1% |
| Black or African American | 3.4% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 2.3% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$40,220
Median Household Income
$24,545
Per Capita Income
22.3%
Poverty Rate
2.4%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$110,800
Median Home Value
$840
Median Rent
44.8%
Owner-Occupied
Education
93.3%
High School+
33.9%
Bachelor's+
Commute
0.0%
Drive Alone
77.5%
Public Transit
5.1%
Work From Home
14.7 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
35.2%
Foreign Born
90.5%
Non-English at Home
4.0%
Veterans
16.4%
With Disability
87.4%
Health Insurance
93.9%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 26.6% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 16.2% |
| Manufacturing | 13.6% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 7.4% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 6.6% |
| Public Administration | 4.0% |
| Construction | 3.8% |
| Information | 2.9% |
| Retail Trade | 2.1% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 1.8% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 0.8% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Pittsburg, Kansas has a population of 20,606 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 22nd-largest city in Kansas.
The median household income in Pittsburg, Kansas is $40,220, with 22.3% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Pittsburg, Kansas is $110,800, with median monthly rent at $840 and a homeownership rate of 44.8%.
The median age in Pittsburg, Kansas is 26.0 years. The population is 50.5% male and 49.5% female.
The population has grown 1.4% since 2010 (20,257 → 20,547).
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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.