Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 43.2 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.21 |
| Below Poverty | 11.8% ▲ 18% above avg |
| College Grads | 40.2% ≈ Avg |
| Unemployment | 1.3% ▼ 74% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 30 (0.8%) |
| HS Graduate | 955 (25.1%) |
| Some College | 465 (12.2%) |
| Associates | 838 (22.1%) |
| Bachelors | 534 (14.1%) |
| Graduate Degree | 978 (25.7%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $61,756 ▼ 19% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $117,283 ▼ 58% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 1.9x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $687/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 3,169 |
| Vacant Units | 570 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Mitchell County is located in Kansas and encompasses 6 ZIP codes spanning 6 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 5,845 residents. With a median age of 43.24, it is a middle-aged county.
Mitchell County has a solidly middle-class economic profile. The median household income of $61,755 is below the national average. Unemployment stands at 1.3%, well below the national average. The poverty rate of 11.8% is above the national average.
Housing in Mitchell County is one of the more affordable housing markets in the country, with a median home value of $117,283 — well below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $686. Homeownership rates are high at 70.2%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Mitchell County are primarily White (93.6%). Educational attainment is well-educated — 40.2% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average.
Mitchell County, KS is a solidly middle-class area in Kansas. The 6 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 67420 | Beloit | 3,824 | $55,404 | $107,400 | $739 | 1.3% | 39.3% |
| 67430 | Cawker City | 508 | $51,696 | $90,400 | $855 | 0.0% | 39.1% |
| 67446 | Glen Elder | 678 | $93,750 | $216,700 | $397 | 0.0% | 36.0% |
| 67452 | Hunter | 337 | $94,875 | $105,400 | — | 6.5% | 65.4% |
| 67478 | Simpson | 149 | $60,078 | $25,800 | — | 1.4% | 38.3% |
| 67485 | Tipton | 349 | $52,578 | $122,100 | $435 | 0.0% | 35.3% |