Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 32.3 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 0.77 |
| Below Poverty | 14.1% ▲ 41% above avg |
| College Grads | 58.2% ▲ 50% above avg |
| Unemployment | 4.6% ≈ Avg |
| No HS Diploma | 667 (1%) |
| HS Graduate | 11,883 (17.9%) |
| Some College | 6,481 (9.8%) |
| Associates | 9,294 (14%) |
| Bachelors | 4,062 (6.1%) |
| Graduate Degree | 34,080 (51.3%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $72,706 ≈ Avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $284,003 ≈ Avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.9x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,071/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 53,565 |
| Vacant Units | 3,345 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Douglas County is located in Kansas and encompasses 8 ZIP codes spanning 4 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 119,904 residents. With a median age of 32.26, it is a relatively young county.
Douglas County has a solidly middle-class economic profile. The median household income of $72,705 is near the national average. Unemployment stands at 4.6%, near the national average. The poverty rate of 14.1% is above the national average.
Housing in Douglas County is a mid-range housing market, with a median home value of $284,003 — near the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $1,070.
The residents of Douglas County are primarily White (76.55%). Educational attainment is well-educated — 58.2% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, significantly above the national average.
Douglas County, KS is a solidly middle-class area in Kansas. The 8 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 66006 | Baldwin City | 7,843 | $85,200 | $330,300 | $1,165 | 4.6% | 55.9% |
| 66025 | Eudora | 7,858 | $104,226 | $259,200 | $1,222 | 2.5% | 35.3% |
| 66044 | Lawrence | 29,052 | $56,340 | $228,100 | $999 | 6.5% | 58.9% |
| 66046 | Lawrence | 19,972 | $58,798 | $217,100 | $937 | 5.5% | 51.2% |
| 66047 | Lawrence | 20,344 | $61,491 | $303,100 | $1,107 | 3.9% | 60.5% |
| 66049 | Lawrence | 31,351 | $90,755 | $362,600 | $1,145 | 3.3% | 65.9% |
| 66050 | Lecompton | 1,777 | $112,000 | $250,000 | $945 | 1.2% | 35.2% |