Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 42.2 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.22 |
| Below Poverty | 10.1% ≈ Avg |
| College Grads | 32.6% ▼ 16% below avg |
| Unemployment | 1.1% ▼ 78% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 14 (0.3%) |
| HS Graduate | 1,099 (25.9%) |
| Some College | 722 (17%) |
| Associates | 1,028 (24.3%) |
| Bachelors | 564 (13.3%) |
| Graduate Degree | 811 (19.1%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $65,026 ▼ 15% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $104,288 ▼ 63% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 1.6x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $820/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 2,936 |
| Vacant Units | 590 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Pawnee County is located in Kansas and encompasses 4 ZIP codes spanning 4 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 6,083 residents. With a median age of 42.23, it is a middle-aged county.
Pawnee County has a solidly middle-class economic profile. The median household income of $65,026 is near the national average. Unemployment stands at 1.1%, well below the national average. The poverty rate of 10.1% is near the national average.
Housing in Pawnee County is one of the more affordable housing markets in the country, with a median home value of $104,288 — well below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $819. Homeownership rates are high at 63.3%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Pawnee County are primarily White (81.21%). Educational attainment is moderately educated — 32.6% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average.
Pawnee County, KS is a solidly middle-class area in Kansas. The 4 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.