Chase County, Kansas Demographics 2026

Population Overview

Chase County is located in Kansas with a total population of 2,579. It is the 91st most populous county out of 105 in Kansas.

Age Demographics

The median age in Chase County is 44.5 years. This is 20% higher than the state median of 37.2 years. 10.5% of residents are 75 or older, suggesting a significant retirement-age population with implications for healthcare services and senior housing.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Chase County is $54,518. This is 25% lower than the state median of $72,639. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 31% lower. The poverty rate stands at 10.5%. This is 9% lower than the state poverty rate of 11.5%. The unemployment rate is 0.8%. This is 81% lower than the state rate of 3.9%. The median home value is $106,200. Housing costs are 48% lower than the state median of $203,400. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.9x, Chase County is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 71.9% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 7% higher than the state average of 66.9%.

Race & Ethnicity

Chase County has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 87.1% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 8.1%. The Black or African American population (1.2%) is well below the state average of 5.3%. The Asian population (0.3%) is well below the state average of 2.9%.

Education

29.3% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 17% 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 92.6%.