Geary County, Kansas Demographics 2026
Geary County, Kansas has a population of 35,815, the 13th most populous county in Kansas. The median household income is $59,317 and the median home value is $172,700. The poverty rate is 18.0%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Geary County Quick Facts
How Geary 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 | 35,895 | 35,815 | -0.2% |
| Median household income | $57,344 | $59,317 | +3.4% |
| Median home value | $165,000 | $172,700 | +4.7% |
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 Geary County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Junction City | 22,331 | $61,181 | 17.5% | $171,500 |
| Grandview Plaza | 2,015 | $41,871 | 11.7% | $62,100 |
| Milford | 337 | $79,250 | 11.9% | $172,500 |
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Population Overview
Geary County is located in Kansas with a total population of 35,815. It is the 13th most populous county out of 105 in Kansas. The county encompasses 3 Census-designated places.
Age Demographics
The median age in Geary County is 27.1 years. This is 28% lower than the state median of 37.4 years. With 31.8% of the population under 18, Geary County has a notably young demographic profile, suggesting a family-oriented community.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Geary County is $59,317. This is 20% lower than the state median of $74,275. It is also 27% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 18.0%. This is 60% higher than the state poverty rate of 11.3%. The unemployment rate is 6.9%. This is 78% higher than the state rate of 3.9%. The median home value is $172,700. Housing costs are 20% lower than the state median of $217,200. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.9x, Geary County is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 43.5% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 35% lower than the state average of 67.2%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Geary County is White (non-Hispanic), making up 54.9% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 16.9%. The Black or African American population is significantly higher than the state average (14.4% vs 5.1%).
Education
26.2% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 26% 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 93.0%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All figures for Geary 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 Geary County, Kansas?
Geary County has a population of 35,815, making it the 13th most populous county in Kansas.
What is the median income in Geary County?
The median household income in Geary County is $59,317 with a poverty rate of 18.0%.
How many cities are in Geary County, Kansas?
Geary County contains 3 Census-designated places.