What this tracks
This dataset shows 2020 census boundaries for counties, tracts, blocks, and other geographic areas in Kansas, along with population and housing unit counts.
Why it matters to you
When considering opening a business in Kansas, this data tells you exactly how many people live in specific census blocks—like whether a rural block has 13 residents or an urban one has thousands. Residents can check population density near their home to anticipate school district changes or infrastructure needs. The urban/rural codes help determine if a property qualifies for certain USDA loans or broadband expansion programs.
How to read this data
POP20 — Total people living in this area in 2020 (e.g., “13” for a rural block).
HOUSING20 — Number of residential units (e.g., “4” means four homes or apartments).
UR20 — Urban (“U”) or rural (“R”) designation, blank in samples but critical for grant eligibility.
INTPTLAT20/INTPTLON20 — Center point coordinates (e.g., “+38.4850033, -100.9021188”) to locate the area on a map.
Try it yourself
Look up your census block by entering your Kansas address into the Census Geocoder to see its population density and urban/rural status.