Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 43.6 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.39 |
| Below Poverty | 15.3% ▲ 53% above avg |
| College Grads | 33.6% ▼ 13% below avg |
| Unemployment | 4.5% ▼ 8% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 6 (0.3%) |
| HS Graduate | 593 (33.1%) |
| Some College | 322 (18%) |
| Associates | 268 (14.9%) |
| Bachelors | 222 (12.4%) |
| Graduate Degree | 382 (21.3%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $58,370 ▼ 24% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $88,907 ▼ 68% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 1.5x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $746/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 1,562 |
| Vacant Units | 369 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Edwards County is located in Kansas and encompasses 4 ZIP codes spanning 4 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 2,897 residents. With a median age of 43.59, it is a middle-aged county.
Edwards County has a solidly middle-class economic profile. The median household income of $58,370 is below the national average. Unemployment stands at 4.5%, near the national average. The poverty rate of 15.3% is above the national average.
Housing in Edwards County is one of the more affordable housing markets in the country, with a median home value of $88,907 — well below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $746. Homeownership rates are high at 82.1%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Edwards County are primarily White (72.56%). Educational attainment is moderately educated — 33.6% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average.
Edwards County, KS is a solidly middle-class area in Kansas. The 4 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.