Greenwood County, Kansas Demographics 2026

Population Overview

Greenwood County is located in Kansas with a total population of 5,956. It is the 57th most populous county out of 105 in Kansas. The county encompasses 1 Census-designated place.

Age Demographics

The median age in Greenwood County is 48.4 years. This is 30% higher than the state median of 37.2 years. 10.9% 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 Greenwood County is $58,276. This is 20% lower than the state median of $72,639. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 26% lower. The poverty rate stands at 14.9%. This is 29% higher than the state poverty rate of 11.5%. The unemployment rate is 2.8%. This is 29% lower than the state rate of 3.9%. The median home value is $82,600. Housing costs are 59% lower than the state median of $203,400. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.4x, Greenwood County is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 79.5% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 19% higher than the state average of 66.9%.

Race & Ethnicity

Greenwood County has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 91.2% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 4.0%. The Black or African American population (0.6%) is well below the state average of 5.3%. The Hispanic or Latino population (4.0%) is well below the state average of 13.3%. The Asian population (0.1%) is well below the state average of 2.9%.

Education

19.0% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 46% 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 92.5%.