Emporia

Lyon County, Kansas

Population 32K |Median income $59,912 |1 hospital

Population

32,186

Lyon County

Median Income

$59,912

-12% vs avg

Median Home Value

$150,600

-34% vs avg

Median Age

33.1

years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024

Population

32K-4%

Median Income

$59,912+54%

Median Home Value

$150,600+62%

Poverty Rate

14.6%-31%

Unemployment

2%-72%

Economics

Median Rent

$817/mo

Poverty Rate

14.6% +3% vs avg

Unemployment 2%

Bachelor's Degree+ 26.3%

Work From Home 6.4%

Public Transit 0%

Population

White 71.5%

Asian 2.1%

African American 1.4%

Two or More Ethnicities 0.8%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

Obesity

37.8%

Short Sleep Duration

35.1%

High Blood Pressure

34%

Physical Inactivity

29.2%

Frequent Mental Distress

17.6%

Binge Drinking

15.9%

Current Smoking

14.8%

Lack of Health Insurance

13.1%

Frequent Physical Distress

13.1%

Diabetes

11.5%

Preventive Care

Annual Checkup 75%

Dental Visit 58.9%

Other Measures

Current Asthma

10%

Coronary Heart Disease

6.6%

Stroke

3.3%

Hospitals 1 total

Rating Distribution

★★★★★

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Average Rating

2/5

Total Hospitals

With ER

NEWMAN REGIONAL HEALTH

EMPORIA · Critical Access Hospitals · ER

★★☆☆☆

Alerts & News — Emporia Area 6

Air Quality

Air Quality Alert: Kansas City Reaches Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups Level

EPA · 1d ago

Air Quality

Kansas City Air Quality Alert: PM10 Levels Reach Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups

EPA · 2d ago

Flood Warnings

Flood Alert Issued for River Kennet and Tributaries Across Swindon and West Berkshire

Environment Agency · 2d ago

Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Ashley County, AR and Morehouse Parish, LA

NOAA · 2d ago

Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning for Chicot, Washington, and Bolivar Counties Until 8:45 PM CDT

NOAA · 2d ago

Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Southeast Arkansas and Northwest Mississippi

NOAA · 2d ago

Frequently Asked Questions 6

What is the population of Emporia, KS? ▼

Emporia, KS has a population of 32,186 people, located in Lyon County, Kansas.

What is the median household income in Emporia? ▼

The median household income in Emporia, KS is $59,912 per year. The poverty rate is 14.6%.

What is the median home value in Emporia? ▼

The median home value in Emporia, KS is $150,600. Median rent is $817/month.

What are the top health concerns in Emporia? ▼

The top health indicators in Emporia include Obesity (37.8%), Short Sleep Duration (35.1%), High Blood Pressure (34%). Data from CDC PLACES.

How many hospitals are in Emporia? ▼

Emporia has 1 hospital with an average rating of 2/5 stars. 1 have emergency departments.

What is the median age in Emporia? ▼

The median age in Emporia, KS is 33.1 years. 26.3% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Emporia, KS is located in Lyon County, Kansas. With a population of 32K and a median household income of $59,912, the community faces health challenges including obesity and short sleep duration. Residents have access to 1 hospital with an average rating of 2/5 stars. Safety alerts for the Emporia area are monitored from federal and state agencies including FEMA, NOAA, FDA, and CPSC.

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Data Sources

All data on this page comes from official U.S. government sources. Population and economic data from the Census Bureau American Community Survey (2022 5-year estimates). Health data from the CDC PLACES program (2023). Hospital ratings from CMS Hospital Compare (2024). Data is county-level (Lyon County) as the smallest consistent geographic unit across all sources.

Disclaimer: This information is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. Data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, FBI UCR, CDC PLACES, and NCES. Consult a qualified professional before making decisions based on this data.