Linn County, Kansas Demographics 2026

Population Overview

Linn County is located in Kansas with a total population of 9,723. It is the 40th most populous county out of 105 in Kansas.

Age Demographics

The median age in Linn County is 45.5 years. This is 22% higher than the state median of 37.2 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Linn County is $59,200. This is 19% lower than the state median of $72,639. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 25% lower. The poverty rate stands at 10.7%. This is 7% lower than the state poverty rate of 11.5%. The unemployment rate is 3.7%. This is 4% lower than the state rate of 3.9%. The median home value is $164,500. Housing costs are 19% lower than the state median of $203,400. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.8x, Linn 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

Linn County has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 91.2% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 2.9%. The Black or African American population (0.7%) is well below the state average of 5.3%. The Hispanic or Latino population (2.9%) is well below the state average of 13.3%. The Asian population (0.3%) is well below the state average of 2.9%.

Education

22.5% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 36% 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 94.1%.