Wabaunsee County, Kansas Demographics 2026

Population Overview

Wabaunsee County is located in Kansas with a total population of 6,961. It is the 53rd most populous county out of 105 in Kansas.

Age Demographics

The median age in Wabaunsee County is 43.2 years. This is 16% higher than the state median of 37.2 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Wabaunsee County is $70,536. This is 3% lower than the state median of $72,639. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 10% lower. The poverty rate stands at 7.0%. This is 39% lower than the state poverty rate of 11.5%. The unemployment rate is 4.0%. This is 2% higher than the state rate of 3.9%. The median home value is $178,200. Housing costs are 12% lower than the state median of $203,400. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.5x, Wabaunsee County is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 79.7% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 19% higher than the state average of 66.9%.

Race & Ethnicity

Wabaunsee County has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 90.0% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 4.6%. The Black or African American population (0.3%) is well below the state average of 5.3%. The Hispanic or Latino population (4.6%) is well below the state average of 13.3%. The Asian population (0.4%) is well below the state average of 2.9%.

Education

26.7% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 24% 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 96.3%.