US ZIP Code
67481

Sylvan Grove, KS

Lincoln County  ·  Kansas

● Active
👥 738 Population ↑ 35% since 2019
💰 $52,661 Median HH Income
▼ 31% below avg ↑ 16% since 2019
🎂 48.2 Median Age ↓ 10% since 2019
🏠 $115,500 Median Home Value
▼ 59% below avg ↑ 42% since 2019
🎓 41.8% College Grads
▲ 8% above avg
📊 2.6% Unemployment
▼ 46% below avg ↑ 156% since 2019
ZIP Code Details
ZIP Code67481
CitySylvan Grove
StateKansas (KS)
CountyLincoln County
Area Code785
Elevation1,609 ft
Latitude39.012909
Longitude-98.388594
TimezoneChicago (DST)
FIPS20105
ZIP TypeStandard
StatusActive
People & Population (ACS 2023)
♂ Male 50.5% (373) Female 49.5% (365) ♀

Race & Ethnicity

White: 98.4%Hispanic: 1.4%Asian: 0.3%Race
White98.4%
Hispanic1.4%
Asian0.3%

Age Breakdown

Under 5
6%
5–17
19%
18–24
7%
25–44
14%
45–64
32%
65+
5%

Key Indicators

Median Age48.2 yrs ↓ 10% since 2019
Avg Household Size2.48
Below Poverty11.9% ▲ 19% above avg
College Grads41.8% ▲ 8% above avg
Unemployment2.6% ▼ 46% below avg
HS Graduate81 (16.3%)
Some College47 (9.4%)
Associates162 (32.5%)
Bachelors86 (17.3%)
Graduate Degree122 (24.5%)

Education

HS Grad: 16.3%Some College: 9.4%Associates: 32.5%Bachelors: 17.3%Graduate: 24.5%Edu
HS Grad16.3%
Some College9.4%
Associates32.5%
Bachelors17.3%
Graduate24.5%
Housing & Income

Housing Tenure

Owner: 79.5%Renter: 20.5%Tenure
Owner79.5%
Renter20.5%

Home Value Distribution

Under $50k
17%
$50k–100k
27%
$100k–150k
13%
$150k–200k
11%
$200k–300k
22%
$300k–500k
8%
Over $500k
2%

Financials

Median HH Income$52,661 ▼ 31% below avg ↑ 16% since 2019
Median Home Value$115,500 ▼ 59% below avg ↑ 42% since 2019
Home/Income Ratio2.2x (nat avg ~3.5x)
Median Rent$635/mo ↑ 62% since 2019
Total Units411
Vacant Units113
Avg HH Size2.48

Income Distribution

Under $25k
20%
$25k–50k
25%
$50k–75k
24%
$75k–100k
10%
$100k–150k
11%
$150k–200k
7%
Over $200k
2%
Employment & Commute

How People Get to Work

Drove Alone
86%
Walked
12%
Work From Home
2%

Commute Time

Under 15 min
39%
15–30 min
43%
30–45 min
10%
Over 45 min
8%
Housing Stock

Year Built

Before 1940
5%
1940s–1950s
9%
1960s–1970s
4%
1980s–1990s
4%
2000+
79%

Summary

Total Units411
Vacant113
Owner Occupied79.5%
Renter Occupied20.5%
Avg HH Size2.48
Frequently Asked Questions
ZIP code 67481 is in Sylvan Grove, KS, in Lincoln County.
ZIP code 67481 is located in Kansas (KS).
ZIP code 67481 is in Lincoln County, KS.
ZIP 67481 observes the Chicago timezone. Daylight Saving Time is observed.
The estimated population of ZIP code 67481 is 738 people (ACS 2023).
The median household income in ZIP code 67481 is $52,661 (ACS 2023).
The median home value in ZIP 67481 is $115,500 (ACS 2023).
About ZIP Code 67481

ZIP code 67481 is located in Sylvan Grove, Kansas, within Lincoln County. With a population of 738, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with a mature community — the median age is 48.2 years. Economically, 67481 is a working-class ZIP code: the median household income of $52,661 is below the national average.

Real estate in ZIP code 67481 represents one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. The median home value of $115,500 is well below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $635 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 79.5% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 42% since 2019.

The population of 67481 is primarily White (98.37%). Residents are well-educated — 41.8% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 11.9%. Household income has grown by 16% since 2019.

The unemployment rate in 67481 stands at 2.6%, which is below the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 79%.

Overall, ZIP code 67481 in Sylvan Grove, KS is characterized as working-class, well-educated, a mature community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 738 residents, a median household income of $52,661, and a median home value of $115,500, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Kansas.