Grant County, Kansas Demographics 2026

Population Overview

Grant County is located in Kansas with a total population of 7,284. It is the 51st most populous county out of 105 in Kansas.

Age Demographics

The median age in Grant County is 32.9 years. This is 12% lower than the state median of 37.2 years. With 30.6% of the population under 18, Grant County has a notably young demographic profile, suggesting a family-oriented community.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Grant County is $72,484. This is about average than the state median of $72,639. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 8% lower. The poverty rate stands at 5.4%. This is 53% lower than the state poverty rate of 11.5%. The unemployment rate is 2.5%. This is 37% lower than the state rate of 3.9%. The median home value is $146,200. Housing costs are 28% lower than the state median of $203,400. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.0x, Grant County is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 74.8% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 12% higher than the state average of 66.9%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Grant County is Hispanic or Latino, making up 52.9% of the population. White (non-Hispanic) residents account for 44.3%. The Black or African American population (0.2%) is well below the state average of 5.3%. The Hispanic or Latino population is significantly higher than the state average (52.9% vs 13.3%). The Asian population (0.2%) is well below the state average of 2.9%.

Education

25.6% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 27% 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 81.1%.