Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 43.3 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.73 |
| Below Poverty | 14.2% ▲ 42% above avg |
| College Grads | 29.8% ▼ 23% below avg |
| Unemployment | 3.7% ▼ 24% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 46 (2.7%) |
| HS Graduate | 685 (40.4%) |
| Some College | 168 (9.9%) |
| Associates | 295 (17.4%) |
| Bachelors | 176 (10.4%) |
| Graduate Degree | 326 (19.2%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $67,547 ▼ 11% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $91,799 ▼ 67% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 1.4x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $658/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 1,348 |
| Vacant Units | 379 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Morton County is located in Kansas and encompasses 3 ZIP codes spanning 3 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 2,676 residents. With a median age of 43.33, it is a middle-aged county.
Morton County has a solidly middle-class economic profile. The median household income of $67,547 is near the national average. Unemployment stands at 3.7%, below the national average. The poverty rate of 14.2% is above the national average.
Housing in Morton County is one of the more affordable housing markets in the country, with a median home value of $91,799 — well below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $658. Homeownership rates are high at 78.2%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Morton County are primarily White (71.68%). Educational attainment is moderately educated — 29.8% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average.
Morton 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.