Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 34.8 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 3.20 |
| Below Poverty | 3.6% ▼ 65% below avg |
| College Grads | 32.7% ▼ 15% below avg |
| Unemployment | 0.8% ▼ 84% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 18 (1.3%) |
| HS Graduate | 458 (33.1%) |
| Some College | 205 (14.8%) |
| Associates | 252 (18.2%) |
| Bachelors | 129 (9.3%) |
| Graduate Degree | 322 (23.3%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $60,600 ▼ 21% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $119,849 ▼ 57% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.0x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $773/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 1,070 |
| Vacant Units | 260 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Hamilton County is located in Kansas and encompasses 3 ZIP codes spanning 3 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 2,592 residents. With a median age of 34.79, it is a relatively young county.
Hamilton County has a solidly middle-class economic profile. The median household income of $60,599 is below the national average. Unemployment stands at 0.8%, well below the national average. The poverty rate of 3.6% is well below the national average.
Housing in Hamilton County is one of the more affordable housing markets in the country, with a median home value of $119,849 — well below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $773. Homeownership rates are high at 77.7%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Hamilton County are majority White (59.07%). Educational attainment is moderately educated — 32.7% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average.
Hamilton 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.