Stafford County, Kansas Demographics 2026

Population Overview

Stafford County is located in Kansas with a total population of 4,004. It is the 72nd most populous county out of 105 in Kansas.

Age Demographics

The median age in Stafford County is 42.1 years. This is 13% higher than the state median of 37.2 years. 10.0% 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 Stafford County is $63,786. This is 12% lower than the state median of $72,639. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 19% lower. The poverty rate stands at 10.8%. This is 6% lower than the state poverty rate of 11.5%. The unemployment rate is 2.6%. This is 34% lower than the state rate of 3.9%. The median home value is $96,700. Housing costs are 52% lower than the state median of $203,400. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.5x, Stafford County is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 82.2% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 23% higher than the state average of 66.9%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Stafford County is White (non-Hispanic), making up 82.0% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 13.3%. The Black or African American population (0.2%) is well below the state average of 5.3%.

Education

26.3% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 25% 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 92.6%.