Population of Kansas
Current Population
2,949,167
10yr Growth Rate
+3.37%
Rank
#34 of 50
Population Over Time
Analysis# Kansas Population Analysis
Kansas's population of 2.95 million in 2024 reflects modest growth relative to its historical trajectory, with a 3.37% increase over the past decade placing it 34th among U.S. states. The state's demographic peak occurred in the 1910s—a century ago—indicating that Kansas has experienced sustained relative decline compared to faster-growing regions, particularly the Sun Belt and tech hubs. This stagnant growth pattern suggests Kansas has lost competitive advantage in attracting migration, likely due to limited job diversification beyond agriculture and energy sectors.
Historical Population Data
| Year | Population | Change % |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 2,949,167 | +0.29% |
| 2023 | 2,940,546 | +0.13% |
| 2022 | 2,936,716 | -0.04% |
| 2021 | 2,937,946 | +0.00% |
| 2020 | 2,937,880 | +2.97% |
| 2010 | 2,853,118 | +6.13% |
| 2000 | 2,688,418 | +8.51% |
| 1990 | 2,477,574 | +4.82% |
| 1980 | 2,363,679 | +5.21% |
| 1970 | 2,246,578 | +3.12% |
| 1960 | 2,178,611 | +14.34% |
| 1950 | 1,905,299 | +5.79% |
| 1940 | 1,801,028 | -4.25% |
| 1930 | 1,880,999 | +6.32% |
| 1920 | 1,769,257 | +4.63% |
| 1910 | 1,690,949 | +14.99% |
| 1900 | 1,470,495 | — |