Gove County, Kansas Demographics 2026
Gove County, Kansas has a population of 2,799, the 83rd most populous county in Kansas. The median household income is $66,029 and the median home value is $118,400. The poverty rate is 5.1%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Gove County Quick Facts
How Gove 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 | 2,796 | 2,799 | +0.1% |
| Median household income | $63,203 | $66,029 | +4.5% |
| Median home value | $119,000 | $118,400 | -0.5% |
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 less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.
State average: 45 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Cities & Places in Gove County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Quinter | 953 | $66,136 | 8.1% | $122,000 |
| Grinnell | 342 | $67,500 | 2.9% | $132,100 |
| Grainfield | 232 | $44,688 | 4.7% | $86,700 |
| Park | 86 | $78,750 | 17.4% | $80,600 |
| Gove City | 79 | $48,438 | 6.3% | $91,200 |
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Population Overview
Gove County is located in Kansas with a total population of 2,799. It is the 83rd most populous county out of 105 in Kansas. The county encompasses 5 Census-designated places.
Age Demographics
The median age in Gove County is 40.8 years. This is 9% higher than the state median of 37.4 years. 11.3% 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 Gove County is $66,029. This is 11% lower than the state median of $74,275. It is also 18% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 5.1%. This is 55% lower than the state poverty rate of 11.3%. The unemployment rate is 2.6%. This is 33% lower than the state rate of 3.9%. The median home value is $118,400. Housing costs are 45% lower than the state median of $217,200. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.8x, Gove County is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 79.4% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 18% higher than the state average of 67.2%.
Race & Ethnicity
Gove County has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 93.8% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 1.7%. The Black or African American population (0.5%) is well below the state average of 5.1%. The Hispanic or Latino population (1.7%) is well below the state average of 13.6%. The Asian population (0.8%) is well below the state average of 2.9%.
Education
24.2% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 32% 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 94.6%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All figures for Gove 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 Gove County, Kansas?
Gove County has a population of 2,799, making it the 83rd most populous county in Kansas.
What is the median income in Gove County?
The median household income in Gove County is $66,029 with a poverty rate of 5.1%.
How many cities are in Gove County, Kansas?
Gove County contains 5 Census-designated places.