Republic County, Kansas Demographics 2026

Population Overview

Republic County is located in Kansas with a total population of 4,662. It is the 70th most populous county out of 105 in Kansas. The county encompasses 1 Census-designated place.

Age Demographics

The median age in Republic County is 46.0 years. This is 24% higher than the state median of 37.2 years. 11.8% 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 Republic County is $53,611. This is 26% lower than the state median of $72,639. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 32% lower. The poverty rate stands at 14.6%. This is 27% higher than the state poverty rate of 11.5%. The unemployment rate is 1.1%. This is 73% lower than the state rate of 3.9%. The median home value is $76,000. Housing costs are 63% lower than the state median of $203,400. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.4x, Republic County is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 76.2% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 14% higher than the state average of 66.9%.

Race & Ethnicity

Republic County has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 93.7% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 2.5%. The Black or African American population (0.6%) is well below the state average of 5.3%. The Hispanic or Latino population (2.5%) is well below the state average of 13.3%. The Asian population (0.5%) 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 94.8%.