Finney County, Kansas Demographics 2026
Finney County, Kansas has a population of 38,084, the 12th most populous county in Kansas. The median household income is $73,009 and the median home value is $201,400. The poverty rate is 11.1%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Finney County Quick Facts
How Finney County Changed
Change from the 2019–2023 ACS period to 2020–2024. These are rolling five-year estimates, not year-over-year measurements.
| Metric | 2019–2023 | 2020–2024 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 38,001 | 38,084 | +0.2% |
| Median household income | $72,437 | $73,009 | +0.8% |
| Median home value | $191,100 | $201,400 | +5.4% |
Median Household Income
Median Home Value
Economy & Housing
Household Income Distribution
Detailed income brackets
Employment
Housing Overview
People & Demographics
Age Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
A diverse community with significant representation from multiple racial and ethnic groups.
State average: 45 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Cities & Places in Finney County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Garden City | 27,819 | $72,865 | 11.0% | $192,000 |
| Holcomb | 2,577 | $78,571 | 12.2% | $231,000 |
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Population Overview
Finney County is located in Kansas with a total population of 38,084. It is the 12th most populous county out of 105 in Kansas. The county encompasses 2 Census-designated places.
Age Demographics
The median age in Finney County is 31.9 years. This is 15% lower than the state median of 37.4 years. With 29.9% of the population under 18, Finney County has a notably young demographic profile, suggesting a family-oriented community.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Finney County is $73,009. This is 2% lower than the state median of $74,275. It is also 10% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 11.1%. This is 2% lower than the state poverty rate of 11.3%. The unemployment rate is 4.1%. This is 4% higher than the state rate of 3.9%. The median home value is $201,400. Housing costs are 7% lower than the state median of $217,200. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.8x, Finney County is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 64.9% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 3% lower than the state average of 67.2%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Finney County is Hispanic or Latino, making up 53.2% of the population. White (non-Hispanic) residents account for 37.0%. The Hispanic or Latino population is significantly higher than the state average (53.2% vs 13.6%).
Education
19.0% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is among the lowest rates in the state, which may correlate with employment and income patterns. This is 47% lower than the state rate of 35.6%. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 71.8%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All figures for Finney County come from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates, with comparisons drawn against Kansas and national averages from the same dataset. See our methodology page for how each metric is defined, or data.census.gov for official tables with margins of error.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Finney County, Kansas?
Finney County has a population of 38,084, making it the 12th most populous county in Kansas.
What is the median income in Finney County?
The median household income in Finney County is $73,009 with a poverty rate of 11.1%.
How many cities are in Finney County, Kansas?
Finney County contains 2 Census-designated places.