Seward County, Kansas Demographics 2026

Population Overview

Seward County is located in Kansas with a total population of 21,640. It is the 26th most populous county out of 105 in Kansas. The county encompasses 1 Census-designated place.

Age Demographics

The median age in Seward County is 31.0 years. This is 17% lower than the state median of 37.2 years. With 30.9% of the population under 18, Seward County has a notably young demographic profile, suggesting a family-oriented community.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Seward County is $62,269. This is 14% lower than the state median of $72,639. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 21% lower. The poverty rate stands at 13.0%. This is 13% higher than the state poverty rate of 11.5%. The unemployment rate is 4.2%. This is 8% higher than the state rate of 3.9%. The median home value is $134,000. Housing costs are 34% lower than the state median of $203,400. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.2x, Seward County is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 61.2% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 8% lower than the state average of 66.9%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Seward County is Hispanic or Latino, making up 66.6% of the population. White (non-Hispanic) residents account for 25.9%. The White (non-Hispanic) population (25.9%) is well below the state average of 73.4%. The Black or African American population (2.5%) is well below the state average of 5.3%. The Hispanic or Latino population is significantly higher than the state average (66.6% vs 13.3%).

Education

12.7% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is among the lowest rates in the state, which may correlate with employment and income patterns. This is 64% 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 72.0%.