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Dickinson County, Kansas
Dickinson County, Kansas. Dickinson County had 18,637 residents in 2025 by the Census Bureau's estimate, up 1.2% since 2020, in line with Kansas (+1.3%). It holds 36 places (9 cities, villages and boroughs, 24 towns and townships and 3 census-designated) and 6 census tracts. GEOID 20041.
Residents, July 2025 estimate
18,637
Census Bureau estimate (no margin published)
2020 Census count: 18,402 · ACS 2020-2024: 18,445
Median household income
$68,417
±$4,436 (90% margin)
Kansas: $74,275
Median home value
$146,800
±$10,781 (90% margin)
Kansas: $217,200
Median gross rent
$901
±$103 (90% margin)
Kansas: $1,060
How many people live in Dickinson County, and is it growing?
The 2020 Census counted 18,402 residents in Dickinson County. The Census Bureau estimates 18,637 for July 1, 2025, up 1.2% since 2020, in line with Kansas (+1.3%). The 2020-2024 American Community Survey puts the population at 18,445 over 847 square miles of land.
| Measure | Dickinson County | Kansas | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total population | 18,445 | 2,947,197 | −383 |
| Households | 8,016±196 | 1,174,060 | no clear change |
| Average household size | 2.26±0.05 | 2.44 | −0.08 |
| Housing units | 8,789±30 | 1,293,635 | −383 |
Dickinson County's population since 2000
From 19,344 in 2000 to 18,637 in 2025: down 3.7%. The 2000, 2010 and 2020 figures are census counts. The 2005 figure is the Census Bureau's intercensal estimate, revised to fit the 2000 and 2010 counts and drawn on 2010 boundaries; 2015 and 2025 are July 1 estimates made from the census before them.
Source: The 2000, 2010 and 2020 Census counts and the Census Bureau's population estimates (intercensal 2000-2010, Vintage 2020, Vintage 2025) · Census population estimates
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026); PEP Vintage 2025 (CO-EST2025); 2020 Census · Check it at data.census.gov
What cities and towns are in Dickinson County?
Dickinson County holds 36 places: 9 cities, villages and boroughs (incorporated places), 24 towns and townships (county subdivisions with their own government) and 3 census-designated places. The largest is Abilene with 6,552 residents (2025 estimate). Places that cross a county line are listed with the share of their 2020 residents who live in this county.
| Abilene | 6,460 | $57,924 |
|---|---|---|
| Herington | 2,109 | $70,574 |
| Noble Township, Dickinson County | 1,863 | $76,429 |
| Lincoln Township, Dickinson County | 1,535 | $65,962 |
| Chapman | 1,377 | $72,344 |
| Center Township, Dickinson County | 1,059 | $67,143 |
| Solomon | 993 | $51,063 |
| Grant Township, Dickinson County | 916 | $82,375 |
| Enterprise | 708 | $60,707 |
| Buckeye Township, Dickinson CountyGEOID 2004108925 | 449 | $81,964 |
| Hope Township | 438 | $50,982 |
| Newbern TownshipGEOID 2004150225 | 362 | $64,632 |
| Hope | 317 | $51,500 |
| Liberty Township, Dickinson County | 308 | $84,500 |
| Willowdale TownshipGEOID 2004179450 | 283 | $142,841 |
| Hayes Township, Dickinson CountyGEOID 2004130900 | 258 | $250,000 or more |
| Fragrant Hill TownshipGEOID 2004124250 | 242 | $56,446 |
| Rinehart TownshipGEOID 2004159900 | 232 | $112,237 |
| Lyon Township, Dickinson CountyGEOID 2004143475 | 221 | $87,100 |
| Jefferson Township, Dickinson CountyGEOID 2004135175 | 216 | $89,031 |
| Garfield Township, Dickinson CountyGEOID 2004125550 | 187 | $69,276 |
| Logan Township, Dickinson CountyGEOID 2004141850 | 170 | $85,946 |
| Flora TownshipGEOID 2004123550 | 168 | not published |
| Cheever TownshipGEOID 2004112700 | 165 | not published |
| Sherman Township, Dickinson CountyGEOID 2004164925 | 164 | $58,563 |
| Union Township, Dickinson CountyGEOID 2004172100 | 158 | not published |
| WoodbineGEOID 2080350 | 157 | $52,159 |
| Ridge TownshipGEOID 2004159800 | 132 | $47,083 |
| Wheatland Township, Dickinson CountyGEOID 2004177625 | 129 | not published |
| Holland TownshipGEOID 2004132625 | 103 | $105,909 |
| DetroitGEOID 2017875 | 102 | $120,000 |
| TalmageGEOID 2069925 | 78 | not published |
| Banner Township, Dickinson CountyGEOID 2004103975 | 75 | not published |
| NavarreGEOID 2049525 | 52 | not published |
| ManchesterGEOID 2044225 | 47 | $13,750 |
| CarltonGEOID 2010675 | 40 | $65,625 |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026); 2020 place-by-county parts · Check it at data.census.gov
Who lives in Dickinson County?
The median resident of Dickinson County is 42.8 years old; 23.2% are under 18 and 21.1% are 65 or older. The largest group is non-Hispanic white residents at 88.4%, then Hispanic or Latino residents (of any race) at 5.7%. 0.9% of residents were born outside the United States.
| Measure | Dickinson County | Kansas | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 42.8±1.2 | 37.4 | +1.5 |
| Under 18 years | 23.2%±0.2 pts | 23.8% | – |
| 65 years and over | 21.1%±0.3 pts | 17.0% | – |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 5.7% | 13.6% | +1.0 pts |
| White alone, not Hispanic | 88.4%±0.6 pts | 72.7% | −2.4 pts |
| Black or African American alone, not Hispanic | 0.1%±0.1 pts | 5.2% | – |
| Asian alone, not Hispanic | 0.2%±0.1 pts | 2.9% | – |
| American Indian and Alaska Native alone, not Hispanic | 0.1%±0.1 pts | 0.4% | – |
| Native Hawaiian and Other Pacific Islander alone, not Hispanic | 0.0%±0.2 pts | 0.1% | – |
| Two or more races, not Hispanic | 5.1%±0.5 pts | 4.8% | – |
| Some other race alone, not Hispanic | 0.4%±0.3 pts | 0.4% | – |
| Born outside the United States | 0.9%±0.4 pts | 7.4% | −1.0 pts |
| Speak a language other than English at home (age 5+) | 4.1%±1.1 pts | 12.1% | – |
| Civilian veterans (age 18+) | 11.5%±1.8 pts | 6.8% | – |
| With a disability | 14.8%±1.8 pts | 13.5% | – |
| No health insurance coverage | 8.9%±2.2 pts | 8.8% | no clear change |
| High school graduate or higher (age 25+) | 93.8%±1.3 pts | 92.0% | – |
| Bachelor's degree or higher (age 25+) | 23.7%±3.4 pts | 35.6% | no clear change |
| Graduate or professional degree (age 25+) | 7.6%±1.5 pts | 13.4% | – |
| Moved from another state in the past year | 1.6%±0.9 pts | 3.0% | – |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) (Data Profiles DP02, DP05) · Check it at data.census.gov
What do households in Dickinson County earn?
Half of Dickinson County's 8,016 households earn less than $68,417 a year (±$4,436), against $74,275 in Kansas. In 2015-2019 the median was $61,524 in 2024 dollars, so it rose by $6,893 after inflation. 8.1% of residents live below the poverty line.
| Measure | Dickinson County | Kansas | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household income | $68,417±$4,436 | $74,275 | +$6,893 |
| Mean household income | $86,390±$5,269 | $100,417 | – |
| Per capita income | $37,295±$2,403 | $40,978 | +$3,797 |
| People below the poverty line | 8.1%±2.1 pts | 11.3% | −3.8 pts |
| Children under 18 below the poverty line | 10.2%±5.4 pts | 13.1% | no clear change |
| Households receiving SNAP | 5.7%±2.0 pts | 6.8% | – |
| Households with a broadband subscription | 89.4%±2.7 pts | 90.7% | – |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) (Data Profile DP03) · Check it at data.census.gov
What does housing cost in Dickinson County?
Owners occupy 78.6% of Dickinson County's occupied homes and renters 21.4%. The median owner-occupied home is valued at $146,800 by its owner (±$10,781). The median renter pays $901 a month including utilities, and 37.6% of renters pay 35% or more of their income on rent.
| Measure | Dickinson County | Kansas | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median home value (owner-occupied) | $146,800±$10,781 | $217,200 | no clear change |
| Median gross rent | $901±$103 | $1,060 | no clear change |
| Renters paying 35% or more of income on rent | 37.6%±9.2 pts | 34.5% | no clear change |
| Median monthly owner costs, with a mortgage | $1,359±$85 | $1,689 | – |
| Owner-occupied homes | 78.6%±2.6 pts | 67.2% | +8.0 pts |
| Housing units | 8,789±30 | 1,293,635 | −383 |
| Homeowner vacancy rate | 1.3%±0.9 pts | 0.9% | – |
| Rental vacancy rate | 7.0%±4.9 pts | 6.2% | – |
| Single-family detached homes | 87.1%±2.3 pts | 71.8% | – |
| Mobile homes | 2.7%±0.9 pts | 4.0% | – |
| Built 2020 or later | 0.7%±0.4 pts | 1.4% | – |
| Built 1939 or earlier | 35.5%±3.1 pts | 15.4% | – |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) (Data Profile DP04) · Check it at data.census.gov
How many new homes is Dickinson County building?
Builders took permits for 30 new housing units across Dickinson County in 2025 (24 single-family), 1.6 per 1,000 residents.
Source: Building Permits Survey, annual county files 2019-2025, U.S. Census Bureau · Census Building Permits Survey
How do people in Dickinson County get to work?
82.1% of Dickinson County's workers drive alone and 5.7% work from home. The average trip to work takes 22.1 minutes. The unemployment rate in 2020-2024 averaged 2.8%.
| Measure | Dickinson County | Kansas | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| In the labor force (age 16+) | 62.1%±2.1 pts | 66.1% | – |
| Unemployment rate | 2.8%±1.5 pts | 3.9% | no clear change |
| Drove alone to work | 82.1%±3.8 pts | 75.4% | – |
| Carpooled | 7.0%±3.2 pts | 8.7% | – |
| Public transportation | 0.2%±0.4 pts | 0.4% | – |
| Walked | 3.4%±2.0 pts | 2.3% | – |
| Worked from home | 5.7%±1.6 pts | 11.8% | no clear change |
| Mean travel time to work | 22.1 min±1.6 | 19.7 min | no clear change |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) (Data Profile DP03) · Check it at data.census.gov
What are Dickinson County's census tracts?
Dickinson County is divided into 6 census tracts. Among those with a reliable estimate, median household income runs from $52,223 (Tract 844) to $83,269 (Tract 845).
| Tract 84120041084100 | 3,916±332 | $73,813 |
|---|---|---|
| Tract 84220041084200 | 2,181±239 | $75,179 |
| Tract 84320041084300 | 2,279±293 | $70,663 |
| Tract 84420041084400 | 5,169±416 | $52,223 |
| Tract 84520041084500 | 2,660±319 | $83,269 |
| Tract 84620041084600 | 2,240±241 | $70,980 |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) · Check it at data.census.gov
How does Dickinson County compare with Kansas's other counties?
| Measure | Rank |
|---|---|
| Population | 29th of 105 |
| Growth 2020-2025 | 13th of 105 |
| Residents per square mile | 34th of 105 |
| Median household income | 37th of 105 |
| Median home value | 38th of 105 |
| Median gross rent | 26th of 104 |
| Poverty rate | 84th of 102 |
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 59th of 105 |
| Median age | 40th of 105 |
Source: PlainCities ranks from the American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) and PEP Vintage 2025 · How ranks are computed
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