Demographics in Independence, KS

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

Where is Independence?

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Population

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

Total Population

8,469

Male

4,253

50.2%

Female

4,216

49.8%

Median Age

38.3

Race & Ethnicity

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

White

82.5%

Black

2.5%

Hispanic

8.6%

Asian

0.3%

Two or More

9.6%

Other

3.4%

Education & Household

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

Bachelor's or Higher

17.7%

High School or Higher

37.6%

Foreign Born

1.9%

Veterans

6.3%

Married

35.5%

Avg Household Size

2.2

Marital Status by Age

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

Independence, KS has a population of 8,469 with a median age of 38.3. The racial makeup is 82.5% White, 8.6% Hispanic, 2.5% Black. About 17.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The foreign-born population is 1.9%.