Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 40.1 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.40 |
| Below Poverty | 15.3% ▲ 53% above avg |
| College Grads | 32.7% ▼ 16% below avg |
| Unemployment | 0.5% ▼ 90% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 11 (0.8%) |
| HS Graduate | 403 (29.4%) |
| Some College | 212 (15.5%) |
| Associates | 304 (22.2%) |
| Bachelors | 164 (12%) |
| Graduate Degree | 278 (20.3%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $72,372 ≈ Avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $101,017 ▼ 64% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 1.4x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $743/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 1,041 |
| Vacant Units | 112 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Wichita County is located in Kansas and encompasses 2 ZIP codes spanning 2 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 2,235 residents. With a median age of 40.12, it is a middle-aged county.
Wichita County has a solidly middle-class economic profile. The median household income of $72,372 is near the national average. Unemployment stands at 0.5%, well below the national average. The poverty rate of 15.3% is above the national average.
Housing in Wichita County is one of the more affordable housing markets in the country, with a median home value of $101,017 — well below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $743. Homeownership rates are high at 77.9%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Wichita County are majority White (68.54%). Educational attainment is moderately educated — 32.7% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average.
Wichita County, KS is a solidly middle-class area in Kansas. The 2 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.