Barber County, Kansas Demographics 2026

Population Overview

Barber County is located in Kansas with a total population of 4,153. It is the 71st most populous county out of 105 in Kansas.

Age Demographics

The median age in Barber County is 42.6 years. This is 15% higher than the state median of 37.2 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Barber County is $57,615. This is 21% lower than the state median of $72,639. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 27% lower. The poverty rate stands at 17.6%. This is 53% higher than the state poverty rate of 11.5%. The unemployment rate is 2.3%. This is 42% lower than the state rate of 3.9%. The median home value is $92,700. Housing costs are 54% lower than the state median of $203,400. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.6x, Barber County is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 81.3% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 22% higher than the state average of 66.9%.

Race & Ethnicity

Barber County has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 88.8% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 6.1%. The Black or African American population (0.2%) is well below the state average of 5.3%. The Hispanic or Latino population (6.1%) is well below the state average of 13.3%. The Asian population (0.5%) is well below the state average of 2.9%.

Education

27.1% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 23% 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 94.0%.