Hodgeman County, Kansas Demographics 2026

Population Overview

Hodgeman County is located in Kansas with a total population of 1,676. It is the 102nd most populous county out of 105 in Kansas.

Age Demographics

The median age in Hodgeman County is 45.9 years. This is 23% 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 Hodgeman County is $63,125. This is 13% lower than the state median of $72,639. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 20% lower. The poverty rate stands at 6.0%. This is 48% lower than the state poverty rate of 11.5%. The unemployment rate is 2.8%. This is 28% lower than the state rate of 3.9%. The median home value is $92,700. Housing costs are 54% lower than the state median of $203,400. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.5x, Hodgeman County is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 81.1% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 21% higher than the state average of 66.9%.

Race & Ethnicity

Hodgeman County has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 91.7% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 5.7%. The Black or African American population (0.1%) is well below the state average of 5.3%. The Hispanic or Latino population (5.7%) is well below the state average of 13.3%.

Education

28.4% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 19% 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 95.3%.