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Bushong

Kansas · 28 residents (2025 est.) · 0.152 sq mi
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Population has fallen 16% since 2000, a loss of 9 residents. 17% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national rate of 36%. With a median age of 45.4, the population is older than the US median of 38.9.

At a glance
Older
median age 45.4
US median: 38.9
Less educated
17% hold a bachelor's degree
US average: 36%
Owner-heavy
75% owner-occupied
US average: 65%
Section 01

Population & growth

Total population
46
−16%since 2000
from 55 in 2000
1990 – 2025
Population density
303 / sq mi
−16%since 2000
from 362 / sq mi in 2000
US average: 281
Median age
45.4
+44%since 2000
from 31.5 in 2000
US average: 38.9

PEP 2025 EST:28 residents (Census Bureau Vintage 2025, released March 2026)

Population, 1990 – 2024
4183246601990201020202024Bushong
202446
1990201020202024
Section 02

Income & economy

Per capita income
$28,363
+170%since 2000
from $10,511 in 2000
US average: $44,673
Households earning $100K+
0.0%
Unchangedsince 2009
from 0.0% in 2009
US average: 53.3%
Poverty rate
15.2%
+13.0 ptssince 2000
from 2.2% in 2000
US average: 12.5%
Income inequality (Gini)
0.290
+182%since 2010
from 0.103 in 2010
US average: 0.476
Workforce by industry, 2024
Retail trade64.3%
US avg: 9.9%
Information3.6%
US avg: 10.8%
Finance & insurance3.6%
US avg: 5.9%
Professional, scientific, technical3.6%
US avg: 5.1%
Agriculture, forestry, fishing0%
US avg: 1.6%
Construction0%
US avg: 1.2%
Manufacturing0%
US avg: 0.4%
Wholesale trade0%
US avg: 6.9%
Transportation & warehousing0%
US avg: 2.2%
Education & health services0%
US avg: 0.9%
Arts, entertainment, food0%
US avg: 1.9%
Other services0%
US avg: 6.7%
Public administration0%
US avg: 4.8%
BARS: THIS PLACE · TICKS: US AVERAGE
Section 03

Housing

Median gross rent
$1,188
from $0 in 2000
US average: $1,442
Owner-occupied
75.0%
−15.0 ptssince 2000
from 90.0% in 2000
25.0% rent
Vacancy rate
9.1%
−30.9 ptssince 2009
from 40.0% in 2009
US average: 10.0%
Owner cost-burdened
6.7%
−37.8 ptssince 2009
from 44.4% in 2009
US average: 22.9%
Renter cost-burdened
100.0%
Unchangedsince 2015
from 100.0% in 2015
US average: 47.4%
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Section 04

Race & ethnicity

2000
White, non-Hispanic92.7%(51)
Black1.8%(1)
Hispanic / Latino1.8%(1)
Asian0%(0)
Other0%
Diversity Score9.2%(5)
2024
White, non-Hispanic91.3%(42)
Black0%(0)
Hispanic / Latino6.5%(3)
Asian0%(0)
Other2.2%(1)
Diversity Score20.2%(9)
Diversity Score
20
+120%since 2000
from 9 in 2000
1990 – 2024
Section 05

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher
17.1%
−10.2 ptssince 2000
from 27.3% in 2000
US average: 35.6%
High school or higher
95.1%
+13.3 ptssince 2000
from 81.8% in 2000
US average: 89.6%
Graduate degree
17.1%
+11.0 ptssince 2000
from 6.1% in 2000
US average: 14.0%
Section 06

Commute & transportation

Average commute
25.0 min
+129%since 2000
from 10.9 min in 2000
US average: 26.5
Drive alone to work
30.0%
−70.0 ptssince 2009
from 100.0% in 2009
US average: 68.9%
Carpooled to work
0.0%
Unchangedsince 2009
from 0.0% in 2009
US average: 8.5%
Public transit
0.0%
Unchangedsince 2009
from 0.0% in 2009
US average: 3.2%
Worked from home
70.0%
+70.0 ptssince 2009
from 0.0% in 2009
US average: 15.0%
Walked to work
0.0%
Unchangedsince 2009
from 0.0% in 2009
US average: 2.4%
Biked to work
0.0%
Unchangedsince 2009
from 0.0% in 2009
US average: 0.4%
No vehicle available
0.0%
Unchangedsince 2009
from 0.0% in 2009
US average: 8.3%
Section 07

Work & employment

Unemployment rate
3.4%
−37.7 ptssince 2011
from 41.2% in 2011
US average: 5.2%
Labor force participation
65.9%
−23.6 ptssince 2011
from 89.5% in 2011
US average: 63.5%
Self-employed
3.6%
−21.4 ptssince 2009
from 25.0% in 2009
US average: 13.1%
Management & professional
25.0%
Unchangedsince 2009
from 25.0% in 2009
US average: 42.5%
Section 08

People & community

Male
60.9%
+15.4 ptssince 2009
from 45.5% in 2009
Female
39.1%
−15.4 ptssince 2009
from 54.5% in 2009
Foreign born
0.0%
Unchangedsince 2009
from 0.0% in 2009
US average: 14.1%
Veterans
0.0%
−40.0 ptssince 2009
from 40.0% in 2009
US average: 6.2%
With a disability
8.7%
−3.3 ptssince 2012
from 12.0% in 2012
US average: 13.3%
Uninsured
6.5%
−66.8 ptssince 2013
from 73.3% in 2013
US average: 8.4%
Broadband at home
100.0%
+62.5 ptssince 2017
from 37.5% in 2017
US average: 91.0%
English only at home
97.8%
−2.2 ptssince 2016
from 100.0% in 2016
US average: 77.7%
Spanish at home
2.2%
+2.2 ptssince 2016
from 0.0% in 2016
US average: 13.6%
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Frequently asked

How many people live in Bushong, Kansas?

Bushong, Kansas has about 46 residents according to the 2024 American Community Survey.

Is Bushong, Kansas expensive?

In Bushong, Kansas, the typical rent is about $1,188 a month.

How educated are people in Bushong, Kansas?

About 17.1% of adults age 25 and over in Bushong, Kansas hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the poverty rate in Bushong, Kansas?

About 15.2% of people in Bushong, Kansas live below the federal poverty line.

Has Bushong, Kansas grown since 1990?

Yes, Bushong, Kansas has shrunk since 1990. The population has lost about 4 residents, a change of about -8 percent over that period.

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DATA: US CENSUS BUREAU ACS 5-YEAR + DECENNIAL CENSUS · UPDATED 2024

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