Graham County, Kansas Demographics 2026

Population Overview

Graham County is located in Kansas with a total population of 2,406. It is the 97th most populous county out of 105 in Kansas.

Age Demographics

The median age in Graham County is 46.1 years. This is 24% higher than the state median of 37.2 years. 12.9% 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 Graham County is $52,909. This is 27% lower than the state median of $72,639. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 33% lower. The poverty rate stands at 11.3%. This is 2% lower than the state poverty rate of 11.5%. The unemployment rate is 4.2%. This is 8% higher than the state rate of 3.9%. The median home value is $88,800. Housing costs are 56% lower than the state median of $203,400. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.7x, Graham County is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 80.7% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 21% higher than the state average of 66.9%.

Race & Ethnicity

Graham County has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 87.6% of all residents. Black or African American residents account for 3.7%. The Hispanic or Latino population (3.7%) is well below the state average of 13.3%. The Asian population (1.2%) is well below the state average of 2.9%.

Education

27.4% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 22% 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 95.4%.