Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 51.5 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 1.99 |
| Below Poverty | 10.7% ≈ Avg |
| College Grads | 30.2% ▼ 22% below avg |
| Unemployment | 2.5% ▼ 50% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 2 (0.2%) |
| HS Graduate | 364 (30.2%) |
| Some College | 181 (15%) |
| Associates | 295 (24.5%) |
| Bachelors | 131 (10.9%) |
| Graduate Degree | 233 (19.3%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $54,264 ▼ 29% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $65,431 ▼ 77% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 1.2x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $630/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 1,070 |
| Vacant Units | 245 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Comanche County is located in Kansas and encompasses 3 ZIP codes spanning 3 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 1,692 residents. With a median age of 51.46, it is a mature county.
Comanche County has a working-class economic profile. The median household income of $54,264 is below the national average. Unemployment stands at 2.5%, below the national average. The poverty rate of 10.7% is near the national average.
Housing in Comanche County is one of the more affordable housing markets in the country, with a median home value of $65,431 — well below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $629. Homeownership rates are high at 73.7%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Comanche County are primarily White (95.15%). Educational attainment is moderately educated — 30.2% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average.
Comanche County, KS is a working-class area in Kansas. The 3 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.