Neosho County, Kansas Demographics 2026

Population Overview

Neosho County is located in Kansas with a total population of 15,715. It is the 33rd most populous county out of 105 in Kansas. The county encompasses 1 Census-designated place.

Age Demographics

The median age in Neosho County is 40.3 years. This is 8% higher than the state median of 37.2 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Neosho County is $55,704. This is 23% lower than the state median of $72,639. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 29% lower. The poverty rate stands at 15.4%. This is 34% higher than the state poverty rate of 11.5%. The unemployment rate is 4.6%. This is 19% higher than the state rate of 3.9%. The median home value is $101,200. Housing costs are 50% lower than the state median of $203,400. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.8x, Neosho County is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 76.6% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 14% higher than the state average of 66.9%.

Race & Ethnicity

Neosho County has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 88.2% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 5.9%. The Black or African American population (1.4%) is well below the state average of 5.3%. The Hispanic or Latino population (5.9%) is well below the state average of 13.3%. The Asian population (0.5%) is well below the state average of 2.9%.

Education

21.8% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 38% 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 92.3%.