Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 35.8 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.88 |
| Below Poverty | 6.1% ▼ 39% below avg |
| College Grads | 26.7% ▼ 31% below avg |
| Unemployment | 1.5% ▼ 70% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 32 (1.6%) |
| HS Graduate | 841 (42.2%) |
| Some College | 265 (13.3%) |
| Associates | 324 (16.2%) |
| Bachelors | 236 (11.8%) |
| Graduate Degree | 297 (14.9%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $75,188 ≈ Avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $158,893 ▼ 43% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.1x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,024/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 1,490 |
| Vacant Units | 214 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Kearny County is located in Kansas and encompasses 2 ZIP codes spanning 2 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 3,730 residents. With a median age of 35.78, it is a relatively young county.
Kearny County has a middle-income economic profile. The median household income of $75,188 is near the national average. Unemployment stands at 1.5%, well below the national average. The poverty rate of 6.1% is well below the national average.
Housing in Kearny County is an affordable housing market, with a median home value of $158,893 — below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $1,024. Homeownership rates are high at 76.5%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Kearny County are majority White (57.51%). Educational attainment is moderately educated — 26.7% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average.
Kearny County, KS is a middle-income area in Kansas. The 2 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.