Ellsworth County, Kansas Demographics 2026

Population Overview

Ellsworth County is located in Kansas with a total population of 6,366. It is the 55th most populous county out of 105 in Kansas. The county encompasses 1 Census-designated place.

Age Demographics

The median age in Ellsworth County is 43.7 years. This is 17% higher than the state median of 37.2 years. 10.9% 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 Ellsworth County is $66,792. This is 8% lower than the state median of $72,639. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 15% lower. The poverty rate stands at 8.5%. This is 27% lower than the state poverty rate of 11.5%. The unemployment rate is 2.9%. This is 27% lower than the state rate of 3.9%. The median home value is $116,300. Housing costs are 43% lower than the state median of $203,400. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.7x, Ellsworth County is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 81.5% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 22% higher than the state average of 66.9%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Ellsworth County is White (non-Hispanic), making up 84.3% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 6.0%. The Hispanic or Latino population (6.0%) is well below the state average of 13.3%. The Asian population (0.6%) is well below the state average of 2.9%.

Education

22.1% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 37% 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 93.1%.