Mitchell County, Kansas Demographics 2026

Population Overview

Mitchell County is located in Kansas with a total population of 5,767. It is the 60th most populous county out of 105 in Kansas. The county encompasses 1 Census-designated place.

Age Demographics

The median age in Mitchell County is 43.3 years. This is 16% higher than the state median of 37.2 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Mitchell County is $58,233. 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 12.5%. This is 8% higher than the state poverty rate of 11.5%. The unemployment rate is 0.9%. This is 77% lower than the state rate of 3.9%. The median home value is $109,600. Housing costs are 46% lower than the state median of $203,400. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.9x, Mitchell County is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 70.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 5% higher than the state average of 66.9%.

Race & Ethnicity

Mitchell County has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 93.5% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 2.1%. The Black or African American population (0.2%) is well below the state average of 5.3%. The Hispanic or Latino population (2.1%) is well below the state average of 13.3%. The Asian population (0.3%) is well below the state average of 2.9%.

Education

25.4% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 28% 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 94.4%.