Salina city, Kansas
Salina city profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Salina city is a geographic entity located in Saline County, Kansas. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 46,094. The land area covers 26.57 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population (2025 PEP Estimate) | 46,094 | — | 2025 / Census |
| Median Age | 39.3 yrs | ±0.6 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 19,474 | ±396 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (PEP, ACS 5-Year).
Housing & Real Estate Profile
| Housing Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Total Housing Units | 20,864 | ±199 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 19,474 | ±396 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,390 | ±346 |
| Median Home Value | $173,200 | ±$8,325 |
| Median Gross Rent | $959 | ±$35 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $61,783 | ±$2,913 |
| Per Capita Income | $34,886 | ±$1,909 |
| Poverty Rate | 13% | ±1.9% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 5,824 | ±854 |
| Unemployment Rate | 5.2% | ±1.4% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 23,513 | ±750 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 90.3% | ±1.8% |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Local Government & Public Administration
Authoritative general-purpose local government units serving this area
U.S. Census Bureau GUS (2026) / GMAF
| Government Unit | Unit Type | Jurisdiction Role | Contact / Address |
|---|---|---|---|
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GUS Population: 46,109 (2024)
ID: 225794
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Municipal | Official Local Government |
Contact: DIRECTOR OF COMMUNITY AND DEVELOPMEN
PO BOX 736, SALINA KS 67402-0736
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GUS Population: 53,459 (2024)
ID: 164657
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: ADM
PO BOX 5040, SALINA KS 67402-5040
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Salina | PK-05 | Salina, KS | |
| Regular School Salina | PK-05 | Salina, KS | |
| Regular School Salina | PK-06 | Salina, KS | |
| Regular School Salina | PK-05 | Salina, KS | |
| Regular School Salina | 06-08 | Salina, KS | |
| Regular School Salina | PK-05 | Salina, KS | |
| Regular School Salina | PK-05 | Salina, KS | |
| Regular School Salina | 09-12 | Salina, KS | |
| Regular School Salina | 09-12 | Salina, KS | |
| Regular School Salina | 06-08 | Salina, KS |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 10 civic institutions across 3 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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SALINA REGIONAL HEALTH CENTER
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Hospital | City address association | 400 SOUTH SANTA FE AVENUE, SALINA, KS, 67401 |
(785) 452-7000
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Kansas Wesleyan University
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College | 0.4 mi away | 100 E. Claflin Ave., Salina, KS, 67401-6146 |
7858275541
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SALINA PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 2.4 mi away | 301 W. ELM STREET, SALINA, KS, 67401 |
(785) 825-4624
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SALINA SURGICAL HOSPITAL
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Hospital | City address association | 401 SOUTH SANTA FE AVENUE, SALINA, KS, 67401 |
(785) 827-0610
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Salina Area Technical College
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College | 1.7 mi away | 2562 Centennial Road, Salina, KS, 67401 |
7853093100
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GYPSUM COMMUNITY LIBRARY
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Library | 12.5 mi away | 521 MAPLE ST., GYPSUM, KS, 67448 |
(785) 536-4319
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Hays Academy of Hair Design
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College Vocational | 2.1 mi away | 115 South 5th Street, Salina, KS, 67401-0000 |
7858332280
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SOLOMON PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 15.1 mi away | 108 N. WALNUT, SOLOMON, KS, 67480 |
(785) 655-3521
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Bethany College
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College | 16.2 mi away | 335 E Swensson St, Lindsborg, KS, 67456-1897 |
7852273380
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LINDSBORG COMMUNITY LIBRARY
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Library | 16.8 mi away | 111 S. MAIN, LINDSBORG, KS, 67456 |
(785) 227-2710
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Distances calculated from authoritative source coordinates. Source: CMS, IMLS, NCES IPEDS.
Climate & Weather Observations
NOAA Monthly Climate Normals
Observation Station: Climate data reflects NOAA 1991–2020 standard normals recorded at SALINA MUNI AP, KS US, located 2.0 miles from Salina city. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 41.4° | 20.1° | 30.8° | 0.71" | — |
| February | 46.3° | 23.6° | 34.9° | 0.87" | — |
| March | 57.3° | 33.2° | 45.3° | 1.82" | — |
| April | 66.9° | 42.3° | 54.6° | 2.72" | — |
| May | 76.8° | 53.4° | 65.1° | 5.04" | — |
| June | 88.1° | 64.2° | 76.2° | 3.75" | — |
| July | 92.8° | 69.1° | 80.9° | 3.92" | — |
| August | 90.1° | 67.1° | 78.6° | 3.71" | — |
| September | 81.9° | 58.2° | 70.1° | 2.65" | — |
| October | 69.1° | 44.9° | 57.0° | 2.16" | — |
| November | 55.1° | 32.1° | 43.6° | 1.22" | — |
| December | 43.2° | 22.6° | 32.9° | 1.12" | — |
Source: NOAA U.S. Climate Normals (1991–2020).
Local Weather Forecast
Weather forecast data is currently unavailable in the local cache.
Nearby Cities & Communities
Listing adjacent communities by spatial proximity (miles)
Proximity discovery
| Community Name | Classification | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Salina city | City | 0.0 mi | — |
| Mentor CDP | CDP | 4.9 mi | — |
| Smolan city | City | 6.3 mi | — |
| New Cambria city | City | 7.5 mi | — |
| Bavaria CDP | CDP | 7.6 mi | — |
| Kipp CDP | CDP | 8.7 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 2016962700. • Official Source Dataset →
- Socioeconomic & Housing Metrics: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates and Population Estimates Program (PEP). Margin of Error (MOE) intervals are reported where published; suppressed values are never estimated or replaced with false zeros.
- Civic Directory Datasets: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS Hospital Directory), National Center for Education Statistics (NCES IPEDS Postsecondary Directory), and Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS Public Libraries Survey). Airport landing facilities are provided by airport-data.com.
- Weather & Climate Observations: National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020 and National Weather Service (NWS) point forecasts.