Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 44.0 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.05 |
| Below Poverty | 11.8% ▲ 18% above avg |
| College Grads | 37.9% ≈ Avg |
| Unemployment | 0.9% ▼ 82% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 20 (1.3%) |
| HS Graduate | 493 (32.5%) |
| Some College | 213 (14%) |
| Associates | 208 (13.7%) |
| Bachelors | 127 (8.4%) |
| Graduate Degree | 457 (30.1%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $53,694 ▼ 30% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $96,203 ▼ 65% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 1.8x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $605/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 1,159 |
| Vacant Units | 167 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Chase County is located in Kansas and encompasses 5 ZIP codes spanning 5 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 2,153 residents. With a median age of 43.96, it is a middle-aged county.
Chase County has a working-class economic profile. The median household income of $53,693 is below the national average. Unemployment stands at 0.9%, well below the national average. The poverty rate of 11.8% is above the national average.
Housing in Chase County is one of the more affordable housing markets in the country, with a median home value of $96,203 — well below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $605. Homeownership rates are high at 72.4%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Chase County are primarily White (88.21%). Educational attainment is moderately educated — 37.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average.
Chase County, KS is a working-class area in Kansas. The 5 ZIP codes within the county each have their own character — browse the full list below to find the right community, whether you're looking for affordable housing, strong schools, or economic opportunity.
| ZIP | City | Population | Median Income | Median Home | Median Rent | Unemp. | College |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 66843 | Cedar Point | 148 | $34,722 | $87,500 | — | 0.0% | 35.6% |
| 66845 | Cottonwood Falls | 1,136 | $49,940 | $88,300 | $685 | 1.0% | 37.1% |
| 66850 | Elmdale | 177 | $81,875 | $114,400 | — | 0.0% | 84.3% |
| 66862 | Matfield Green | 93 | $61,250 | $99,200 | $596 | 2.8% | 57.7% |
| 66869 | Strong City | 599 | $56,000 | $107,500 | $456 | 0.7% | 23.1% |