Grant County, Kansas Demographics 2026
Grant County, Kansas has a population of 7,229, the 51st most populous county in Kansas. The median household income is $66,476 and the median home value is $110,300. The poverty rate is 9.3%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Grant County Quick Facts
How Grant 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 | 7,284 | 7,229 | -0.8% |
| Median household income | $72,484 | $66,476 | -8.3% |
| Median home value | $146,200 | $110,300 | -24.6% |
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
Moderate diversity with one or two groups making up the majority.
State average: 45 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Cities & Places in Grant County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ulysses | 5,476 | $63,857 | 7.6% | $97,400 |
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Population Overview
Grant County is located in Kansas with a total population of 7,229. It is the 51st most populous county out of 105 in Kansas. The county encompasses 1 Census-designated place.
Age Demographics
The median age in Grant County is 33.4 years. This is 11% lower than the state median of 37.4 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 $66,476. 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 9.3%. This is 18% lower than the state poverty rate of 11.3%. The unemployment rate is 0.7%. This is 82% lower than the state rate of 3.9%. The median home value is $110,300. Housing costs are 49% lower than the state median of $217,200. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.7x, Grant County is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 76.7% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 14% higher than the state average of 67.2%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Grant County is Hispanic or Latino, making up 53.4% of the population. White (non-Hispanic) residents account for 44.0%. The Black or African American population (0.2%) is well below the state average of 5.1%. The Hispanic or Latino population is significantly higher than the state average (53.4% vs 13.6%). The Asian population (0.1%) is well below the state average of 2.9%.
Education
25.1% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 29% 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 77.8%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All figures for Grant 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 Grant County, Kansas?
Grant County has a population of 7,229, making it the 51st most populous county in Kansas.
What is the median income in Grant County?
The median household income in Grant County is $66,476 with a poverty rate of 9.3%.
How many cities are in Grant County, Kansas?
Grant County contains 1 Census-designated place.