Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 26.6 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.64 |
| Below Poverty | 16.9% ▲ 69% above avg |
| College Grads | 37.5% ≈ Avg |
| Unemployment | 4.0% ▼ 18% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 372 (1.8%) |
| HS Graduate | 5,281 (25.1%) |
| Some College | 3,402 (16.2%) |
| Associates | 4,211 (20%) |
| Bachelors | 2,764 (13.1%) |
| Graduate Degree | 5,011 (23.8%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $55,374 ▼ 27% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $187,139 ▼ 33% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.4x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,147/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 17,547 |
| Vacant Units | 2,228 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Geary County is located in Kansas and encompasses 3 ZIP codes spanning 3 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 44,188 residents. With a median age of 26.57, it is a young county.
Geary County has a solidly middle-class economic profile. The median household income of $55,374 is below the national average. Unemployment stands at 4.0%, below the national average. The poverty rate of 16.9% is significantly above the national average, indicating economic challenges.
Housing in Geary County is an affordable housing market, with a median home value of $187,139 — below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $1,146.
The residents of Geary County are majority White (54.57%). Educational attainment is moderately educated — 37.5% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average.
Geary County, KS is a solidly middle-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.
| ZIP | City | Population | Median Income | Median Home | Median Rent | Unemp. | College |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 66442 | Fort Riley | 16,876 | $46,403 | $222,100 | $1,376 | 4.0% | 40.3% |
| 66441 | Junction City | 25,654 | $58,876 | $161,100 | $1,001 | 4.2% | 35.8% |
| 66514 | Milford | 1,658 | $92,500 | $234,200 | $1,074 | 1.2% | 33.6% |