Comanche County, Kansas Demographics 2026

Population Overview

Comanche County is located in Kansas with a total population of 1,685. It is the 101st most populous county out of 105 in Kansas.

Age Demographics

The median age in Comanche County is 50.8 years. This is 37% higher than the state median of 37.2 years. 13.4% 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 Comanche County is $49,417. This is 32% lower than the state median of $72,639. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 37% lower. The poverty rate stands at 11.2%. This is 3% lower than the state poverty rate of 11.5%. The unemployment rate is 2.4%. This is 38% lower than the state rate of 3.9%. The median home value is $59,900. Housing costs are 71% lower than the state median of $203,400. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.2x, Comanche County is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 73.2% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 9% higher than the state average of 66.9%.

Race & Ethnicity

Comanche County has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 95.3% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 1.8%. The Black or African American population (0.2%) is well below the state average of 5.3%. The Hispanic or Latino population (1.8%) is well below the state average of 13.3%.

Education

19.2% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 45% 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 95.2%.