Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 30.9 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.97 |
| Below Poverty | 12.9% ▲ 29% above avg |
| College Grads | 27.7% ▼ 28% below avg |
| Unemployment | 4.3% ▼ 12% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 729 (7.3%) |
| HS Graduate | 3,030 (30.4%) |
| Some College | 1,553 (15.6%) |
| Associates | 1,880 (18.9%) |
| Bachelors | 1,275 (12.8%) |
| Graduate Degree | 1,492 (15%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $62,294 ▼ 18% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $130,978 ▼ 53% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.1x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $926/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 8,170 |
| Vacant Units | 1,082 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Seward County is located in Kansas and encompasses 3 ZIP codes spanning 2 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 21,402 residents. With a median age of 30.92, it is a relatively young county.
Seward County has a solidly middle-class economic profile. The median household income of $62,294 is below the national average. Unemployment stands at 4.3%, near the national average. The poverty rate of 12.9% is above the national average.
Housing in Seward County is one of the more affordable housing markets in the country, with a median home value of $130,978 — well below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $925. Homeownership rates are high at 60.7%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Seward County are majority Hispanic (67.37%). Educational attainment is moderately educated — 27.7% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average.
Seward 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.