Osborne County, Kansas Demographics 2026

Population Overview

Osborne County is located in Kansas with a total population of 3,473. It is the 77th most populous county out of 105 in Kansas. The county encompasses 1 Census-designated place.

Age Demographics

The median age in Osborne County is 46.8 years. This is 26% higher than the state median of 37.2 years. 13.0% 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 Osborne County is $59,408. This is 18% lower than the state median of $72,639. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 24% lower. The poverty rate stands at 12.5%. This is 8% higher than the state poverty rate of 11.5%. The unemployment rate is 1.6%. This is 59% lower than the state rate of 3.9%. The median home value is $84,700. Housing costs are 58% lower than the state median of $203,400. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.4x, Osborne County is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 76.4% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 14% higher than the state average of 66.9%.

Race & Ethnicity

Osborne County has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 92.8% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 2.7%. The Black or African American population (0.4%) is well below the state average of 5.3%. The Hispanic or Latino population (2.7%) is well below the state average of 13.3%. The Asian population (0.3%) is well below the state average of 2.9%.

Education

23.0% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 34% 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%.