Atchison County, Kansas Demographics 2026

Population Overview

Atchison County is located in Kansas with a total population of 16,211. It is the 31st most populous county out of 105 in Kansas. The county encompasses 1 Census-designated place.

Age Demographics

The median age in Atchison County is 36.4 years. This is 2% lower than the state median of 37.2 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Atchison County is $62,164. This is 14% lower than the state median of $72,639. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 21% lower. The poverty rate stands at 12.8%. This is 11% higher than the state poverty rate of 11.5%. The unemployment rate is 4.2%. This is 6% higher than the state rate of 3.9%. The median home value is $147,900. Housing costs are 27% lower than the state median of $203,400. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.4x, Atchison County is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 73.4% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 10% higher than the state average of 66.9%.

Race & Ethnicity

Atchison County has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 86.4% of all residents. Black or African American residents account for 4.2%. The Hispanic or Latino population (3.6%) is well below the state average of 13.3%. The Asian population (0.7%) is well below the state average of 2.9%.

Education

22.9% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 35% lower than the state rate of 35.2%. Nationally, 35.0% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 94.3%.