Demographics in Emporia, KS

Population, age, race, ethnicity, and household statistics — 2023 ACS Data

Where is Emporia?

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Population

Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)

Total Population

24,098

Male

11,499

47.7%

Female

12,599

52.3%

Median Age

30.2

Race & Ethnicity

Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)

White

69.0%

Black

2.0%

Hispanic

29.7%

Asian

2.4%

Two or More

21.0%

Other

5.2%

Education & Household

Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)

Bachelor's or Higher

14.9%

High School or Higher

35.2%

Foreign Born

13.4%

Veterans

4.1%

Married

34.8%

Avg Household Size

2.3

Marital Status by Age

Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)

Emporia, KS has a population of 24,098 with a median age of 30.2. The racial makeup is 69.0% White, 29.7% Hispanic, 2.0% Black, 2.4% Asian. About 14.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The foreign-born population is 13.4%.