Coffey County, Kansas Demographics 2026

Population Overview

Coffey County is located in Kansas with a total population of 8,304. It is the 46th most populous county out of 105 in Kansas. The county encompasses 1 Census-designated place.

Age Demographics

The median age in Coffey County is 44.0 years. This is 18% higher than the state median of 37.2 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Coffey County is $67,377. This is 7% lower than the state median of $72,639. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 14% lower. The poverty rate stands at 9.6%. This is 17% lower than the state poverty rate of 11.5%. The unemployment rate is 6.0%. This is 53% higher than the state rate of 3.9%. The median home value is $139,500. Housing costs are 31% lower than the state median of $203,400. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.1x, Coffey County is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 75.9% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 13% higher than the state average of 66.9%.

Race & Ethnicity

Coffey County has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 92.2% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 3.4%. The Black or African American population (0.5%) is well below the state average of 5.3%. The Hispanic or Latino population (3.4%) is well below the state average of 13.3%. The Asian population (0.9%) is well below the state average of 2.9%.

Education

21.2% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 40% 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 92.2%.