Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 38.7 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.37 |
| Below Poverty | 9.6% ≈ Avg |
| College Grads | 38.9% ≈ Avg |
| Unemployment | 0.4% ▼ 92% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 115 (3.2%) |
| HS Graduate | 878 (24.6%) |
| Some College | 696 (19.5%) |
| Associates | 465 (13%) |
| Bachelors | 513 (14.4%) |
| Graduate Degree | 898 (25.2%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $64,792 ▼ 15% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $127,164 ▼ 54% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.0x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $855/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 2,920 |
| Vacant Units | 580 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Sherman County is located in Kansas and encompasses 3 ZIP codes spanning 3 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 5,833 residents. With a median age of 38.69, it is a middle-aged county.
Sherman County has a solidly middle-class economic profile. The median household income of $64,791 is below the national average. Unemployment stands at 0.4%, well below the national average. The poverty rate of 9.6% is near the national average.
Housing in Sherman County is one of the more affordable housing markets in the country, with a median home value of $127,164 — well below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $854. Homeownership rates are high at 67.4%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Sherman County are primarily White (79.93%). Educational attainment is moderately educated — 38.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average.
Sherman 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.