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Greeley County, Kansas Demographics 2026

Greeley County, Kansas has a population of 1,304, the 105th most populous county in Kansas. The median household income is $80,565 and the median home value is $115,200. The poverty rate is 7.1%.

Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes

Greeley County Quick Facts

Population 1,304
Median Household Income $80,565
Median Home Value $115,200
Poverty Rate 7.1%
Unemployment Rate 0.1%
Median Age 37.1 years
Homeownership Rate 75.0%
Affordability Ratio 1.4x
Bachelor's Degree+ 29.8%
High School Graduation 88.7%
Cities/Places 3
Population 1,304 105th of 105
Median Income $80,565 8% higher than state
Poverty Rate 7.1%
Unemployment 0.1%

How Greeley County Changed

Change from the 2019–2023 ACS period to 2020–2024. These are rolling five-year estimates, not year-over-year measurements.

Metric2019–20232020–2024Change
Population1,2961,304+0.6%
Median household income$78,819$80,565+2.2%
Median home value$108,900$115,200+5.8%

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 7.8%
$25K-$50K 17.2%
$50K-$100K 40.8%
$100K+ 34.2%
Detailed income brackets
Under $10K
2.4%
$10K-$15K
1.3%
$15K-$20K
0.2%
$20K-$25K
3.9%
$25K-$30K
2.8%
$30K-$35K
2.8%
$35K-$40K
2.0%
$40K-$45K
6.7%
$45K-$50K
3.0%
$50K-$60K
11.3%
$60K-$75K
10.9%
$75K-$100K
18.7%
$100K-$125K
13.3%
$125K-$150K
7.4%
$150K-$200K
7.0%
$200K+
6.5%

Employment

0.1% Unemployment Rate State: 3.9%|National: 5.2%
71.3% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 75.0%
Renter 25.0%
Affordability Index Very Affordable
1.4x home value to income ratio
Median gross rent $794/mo 11.8% of median household income annually

People & Demographics

Diversity Index

31out of 100
Low Diversity

A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.

State average: 45 | National average: 61

Education

Cities & Places in Greeley County

CityPopulationMedian IncomePovertyHome Value
Tribune758$80,26310.9%$112,500
Greeley County465$82,3370.9%$182,700
Horace81$57,5008.6%$47,100

Population Overview

Greeley County is located in Kansas with a total population of 1,304. It is the 105th most populous county out of 105 in Kansas. The county encompasses 3 Census-designated places.

Age Demographics

The median age in Greeley County is 37.1 years. This is about the same as the state median of 37.4 years. With 31.1% of the population under 18, Greeley County has a notably young demographic profile, suggesting a family-oriented community.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Greeley County is $80,565. This is 8% higher than the state median of $74,275. It is also about the same as the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 7.1%. This is 37% lower than the state poverty rate of 11.3%. The unemployment rate is 0.1%. This is 96% lower than the state rate of 3.9%. The median home value is $115,200. Housing costs are 47% lower than the state median of $217,200. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.4x, Greeley County is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 75.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 12% higher than the state average of 67.2%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Greeley County is White (non-Hispanic), making up 81.4% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 16.9%. The Black or African American population (0.1%) is well below the state average of 5.1%.

Education

29.8% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 16% 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 88.7%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All figures for Greeley 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 Greeley County, Kansas?

Greeley County has a population of 1,304, making it the 105th most populous county in Kansas.

What is the median income in Greeley County?

The median household income in Greeley County is $80,565 with a poverty rate of 7.1%.

How many cities are in Greeley County, Kansas?

Greeley County contains 3 Census-designated places.