Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 45.1 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.20 |
| Below Poverty | 12.4% ▲ 24% above avg |
| College Grads | 39.8% ≈ Avg |
| Unemployment | 1.3% ▼ 74% below avg |
| HS Graduate | 312 (31.3%) |
| Some College | 85 (8.5%) |
| Associates | 202 (20.2%) |
| Bachelors | 148 (14.8%) |
| Graduate Degree | 251 (25.2%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $59,984 ▼ 21% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $100,745 ▼ 64% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 1.7x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $536/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 800 |
| Vacant Units | 116 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Wallace County is located in Kansas and encompasses 3 ZIP codes spanning 3 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 1,528 residents. With a median age of 45.06, it is a mature county.
Wallace County has a solidly middle-class economic profile. The median household income of $59,984 is below the national average. Unemployment stands at 1.3%, well below the national average. The poverty rate of 12.4% is above the national average.
Housing in Wallace County is one of the more affordable housing markets in the country, with a median home value of $100,745 — well below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $536. Homeownership rates are high at 72.6%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Wallace County are primarily White (89.46%). Educational attainment is moderately educated — 39.8% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average.
Wallace 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.