Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 46.5 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.03 |
| Below Poverty | 5.8% ▼ 42% below avg |
| College Grads | 47.5% ▲ 22% above avg |
| Unemployment | 1.2% ▼ 75% below avg |
| HS Graduate | 527 (29.4%) |
| Some College | 126 (7%) |
| Associates | 287 (16%) |
| Bachelors | 356 (19.9%) |
| Graduate Degree | 497 (27.7%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $81,847 ≈ Avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $121,356 ▼ 56% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 1.5x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $745/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 1,418 |
| Vacant Units | 225 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Trego County is located in Kansas and encompasses 3 ZIP codes spanning 3 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 2,466 residents. With a median age of 46.48, it is a mature county.
Trego County has a middle-income economic profile. The median household income of $81,847 is near the national average. Unemployment stands at 1.2%, well below the national average. The poverty rate of 5.8% is well below the national average.
Housing in Trego County is one of the more affordable housing markets in the country, with a median home value of $121,356 — well below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $745. Homeownership rates are high at 79.1%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Trego County are primarily White (95.58%). Educational attainment is well-educated — 47.5% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average.
Trego County, KS is a middle-income 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.