Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 46.7 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.09 |
| Below Poverty | 8.1% ▼ 19% below avg |
| College Grads | 39.2% ≈ Avg |
| Unemployment | 0.5% ▼ 90% below avg |
| HS Graduate | 209 (20.7%) |
| Some College | 150 (14.8%) |
| Associates | 256 (25.3%) |
| Bachelors | 139 (13.7%) |
| Graduate Degree | 258 (25.5%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $55,965 ▼ 27% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $118,172 ▼ 58% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.1x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $507/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 889 |
| Vacant Units | 165 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Lane County is located in Kansas and encompasses 2 ZIP codes spanning 2 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 1,501 residents. With a median age of 46.67, it is a mature county.
Lane County has a solidly middle-class economic profile. The median household income of $55,965 is below the national average. Unemployment stands at 0.5%, well below the national average. The poverty rate of 8.1% is near the national average.
Housing in Lane County is one of the more affordable housing markets in the country, with a median home value of $118,172 — well below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $506. Homeownership rates are high at 78.0%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Lane County are primarily White (81.15%). Educational attainment is moderately educated — 39.2% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average.
Lane County, KS is a solidly middle-class 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.