Emporia is a city in Kansas state in USA with a population of 24631 residents.. The poverty rate of Emporia is 19.6%, which is 40% higher than national average. The typical household in Emporia earns $43481 a year, compared to the national median of $67,500. Nearly 55.5% of households earn less than $50,000 a year compared to 39% national rate.

A high school education is a basic prerequisite for most jobs, and in Emporia, only 86% of adults have a high school diploma, compared to the 87.7% of adults nationwide. The unemployment rate of Emporia remained 4.7%, which is 0% lower than national rate. Higher educational attainment can lead to improved job security and reduce the likelihood of financial insecurity. In Emporia, only 27% of adults have a bachelor's degree and 28% have some college but no degree.

Cost of living in Emporia is 81, which is 19% lower than national average. Median home value in Emporia is $98200 , which is 57% lower than national average. While median income in Emporia remained $43481, which is 36% lower than national average.