CITY · 1990 CENSUS
Paola
Kansas · 4,698 residents · 5.299 sq mi
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Paola has lower-than-average household income, with a median household income of $23,902. Population has declined 6% since 2000. Median home value is $44,400.
At a glance
Lower income
below the US median
US median: $30,130
Mid-age
median age 34.5
US median: 33.0
Average education
17% hold a bachelor's degree
US average: 20%
More affordable
home values down 33%, inflation adjusted
US median home: $93,722
Section 01
Population & growth
Population, 1990 – 2024
20246K
Section 02
Income & economy
$23,902
−16%inflation adjusted, since 2000
vs $37,285 in 2000
US average: $30,130
1990 – 2024
Section 03
Housing
$44,400
−33%inflation adjusted, since 2000
vs $87,800 in 2000
US average: $93,722
1990 – 2024
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Section 04
Race & ethnicity
2000
White, non-Hispanic92.1%(4,616)
Black3.4%(172)
Hispanic / Latino2.1%(104)
Asian0.3%(15)
Other0%
Diversity Score14.2%(710)
1990
White, non-Hispanic93.6%(4,396)
Black5.4%(254)
Hispanic / Latino0.5%(22)
Asian0%(0)
Other1%(48)
Diversity Score16.2%(761)
Section 05
Education
High school or higher
76.7%
−10.3 ptsvs 2000
vs 86.9% in 2000
US average: 75.2%
Section 06
Commute & transportation
Section 07
Work & employment
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Section 08
People & community
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Frequently asked
How many people live in Paola, Kansas?
Paola, Kansas has about 4,698 residents according to the 1990 Census.
What is the median household income in Paola, Kansas?
The typical household in Paola, Kansas earns about $23,902 a year. Half of households make more than that, and half make less.
Is Paola, Kansas expensive?
In Paola, Kansas, the median home is worth about $44,400, and the typical rent is about $349 a month.
How educated are people in Paola, Kansas?
About 17.5% of adults age 25 and over in Paola, Kansas hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the poverty rate in Paola, Kansas?
About 11.0% of people in Paola, Kansas live below the federal poverty line.
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