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Ellsworth County, Kansas
Ellsworth County, Kansas. Ellsworth County had 6,257 residents in 2025 by the Census Bureau's estimate, down 1.9% since 2020, while Kansas grew 1.3%. It holds 24 places (5 cities, villages and boroughs and 19 towns and townships) and 2 census tracts. GEOID 20053.
Residents, July 2025 estimate
6,257
Census Bureau estimate (no margin published)
2020 Census count: 6,376 · ACS 2020-2024: 6,360
Median household income
$65,560
±$4,418 (90% margin)
Kansas: $74,275
Median home value
$114,900
±$12,072 (90% margin)
Kansas: $217,200
Median gross rent
$708
±$44 (90% margin)
Kansas: $1,060
How many people live in Ellsworth County, and is it growing?
The 2020 Census counted 6,376 residents in Ellsworth County. The Census Bureau estimates 6,257 for July 1, 2025, down 1.9% since 2020, while Kansas grew 1.3%. The 2020-2024 American Community Survey puts the population at 6,360 over 716 square miles of land.
| Measure | Ellsworth County | Kansas | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total population | 6,360 | 2,947,197 | +129 |
| Households | 2,453±108 | 1,174,060 | no clear change |
| Average household size | 2.16±0.09 | 2.44 | no clear change |
| Housing units | 3,127±19 | 1,293,635 | no clear change |
Ellsworth County's population since 2000
From 6,525 in 2000 to 6,257 in 2025: down 4.1%. 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 Ellsworth County?
Ellsworth County holds 24 places: 5 cities, villages and boroughs (incorporated places) and 19 towns and townships (county subdivisions with their own government). The largest is Ellsworth with 3,092 residents (2025 estimate). Places that cross a county line are listed with the share of their 2020 residents who live in this county.
| Ellsworth | 3,066 | $66,821 |
|---|---|---|
| Wilson Township, Ellsworth County | 932 | $60,139 |
| Wilson | 859 | $59,145 |
| Ellsworth Township | 648 | $59,107 |
| Valley Township, Ellsworth County | 481 | $53,125 |
| Kanopolis | 443 | $54,688 |
| Holyrood | 403 | $51,875 |
| Green Garden TownshipGEOID 2005328600 | 205 | not published |
| Empire Township, Ellsworth CountyGEOID 2005321150 | 142 | $96,875 |
| LorraineGEOID 2042800 | 137 | $46,875 |
| Noble Township, Ellsworth CountyGEOID 2005350825 | 104 | not published |
| Clear Creek Township, Ellsworth CountyGEOID 2005313725 | 101 | $64,688 |
| Black Wolf TownshipGEOID 2005307025 | 85 | $89,107 |
| Sherman Township, Ellsworth CountyGEOID 2005364950 | 80 | not published |
| Thomas TownshipGEOID 2005370450 | 64 | $55,500 |
| Garfield Township, Ellsworth CountyGEOID 2005325575 | 62 | not published |
| Langley TownshipGEOID 2005338600 | 60 | $205,000 |
| Lincoln Township, Ellsworth CountyGEOID 2005340675 | 59 | not published |
| Palacky TownshipGEOID 2005354100 | 57 | not published |
| Carneiro TownshipGEOID 2005310800 | 54 | not published |
| Columbia TownshipGEOID 2005315025 | 51 | $157,663 |
| Ash Creek TownshipGEOID 2005302575 | 47 | not published |
| Mulberry TownshipGEOID 2005349050 | 39 | not published |
| Trivoli TownshipGEOID 2005371525 | 39 | not published |
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 Ellsworth County?
The median resident of Ellsworth County is 43.5 years old; 17.6% are under 18 and 23.6% are 65 or older. The largest group is non-Hispanic white residents at 83.8%, then Hispanic or Latino residents (of any race) at 6.1%. 1.6% of residents were born outside the United States.
| Measure | Ellsworth County | Kansas | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 43.5±0.7 | 37.4 | no clear change |
| Under 18 years | 17.6% | 23.8% | – |
| 65 years and over | 23.6%±0.5 pts | 17.0% | – |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 6.1% | 13.6% | −0.1 pts |
| White alone, not Hispanic | 83.8%±1.4 pts | 72.7% | −1.9 pts |
| Black or African American alone, not Hispanic | 3.4%±1.6 pts | 5.2% | no clear change |
| Asian alone, not Hispanic | 0.5%±0.6 pts | 2.9% | – |
| American Indian and Alaska Native alone, not Hispanic | 0.2%±0.3 pts | 0.4% | – |
| Native Hawaiian and Other Pacific Islander alone, not Hispanic | 0.0%±0.5 pts | 0.1% | – |
| Two or more races, not Hispanic | 5.9%±2.1 pts | 4.8% | – |
| Some other race alone, not Hispanic | 0.2%±0.2 pts | 0.4% | – |
| Born outside the United States | 1.6%±0.9 pts | 7.4% | no clear change |
| Speak a language other than English at home (age 5+) | 2.6%±1.1 pts | 12.1% | – |
| Civilian veterans (age 18+) | 8.7%±2.3 pts | 6.8% | – |
| With a disability | 16.3%±2.3 pts | 13.5% | – |
| No health insurance coverage | 3.7%±1.4 pts | 8.8% | no clear change |
| High school graduate or higher (age 25+) | 94.2%±2.1 pts | 92.0% | – |
| Bachelor's degree or higher (age 25+) | 22.7%±2.9 pts | 35.6% | no clear change |
| Graduate or professional degree (age 25+) | 7.4%±1.4 pts | 13.4% | – |
| Moved from another state in the past year | 1.5%±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 Ellsworth County earn?
Half of Ellsworth County's 2,453 households earn less than $65,560 a year (±$4,418), against $74,275 in Kansas. In 2015-2019 it was $67,568 in 2024 dollars; the margins of error cannot tell the two periods apart. 10.4% of residents live below the poverty line.
| Measure | Ellsworth County | Kansas | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household income | $65,560±$4,418 | $74,275 | no clear change |
| Mean household income | $92,313±$13,915 | $100,417 | – |
| Per capita income | $38,244±$6,171 | $40,978 | no clear change |
| People below the poverty line | 10.4%±2.4 pts | 11.3% | no clear change |
| Children under 18 below the poverty line | 14.9%±6.3 pts | 13.1% | no clear change |
| Households receiving SNAP | 6.7%±2.2 pts | 6.8% | – |
| Households with a broadband subscription | 88.1%±3.0 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 Ellsworth County?
Owners occupy 80.2% of Ellsworth County's occupied homes and renters 19.8%. The median owner-occupied home is valued at $114,900 by its owner (±$12,072). The median renter pays $708 a month including utilities, and 41.7% of renters pay 35% or more of their income on rent.
| Measure | Ellsworth County | Kansas | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median home value (owner-occupied) | $114,900±$12,072 | $217,200 | no clear change |
| Median gross rent | $708±$44 | $1,060 | no clear change |
| Renters paying 35% or more of income on rent | 41.7%±11.8 pts | 34.5% | no clear change |
| Median monthly owner costs, with a mortgage | $1,251±$101 | $1,689 | – |
| Owner-occupied homes | 80.2%±3.5 pts | 67.2% | no clear change |
| Housing units | 3,127±19 | 1,293,635 | no clear change |
| Homeowner vacancy rate | 2.1%±2.1 pts | 0.9% | – |
| Rental vacancy rate | 11.7%±8.6 pts | 6.2% | – |
| Single-family detached homes | 84.1%±3.2 pts | 71.8% | – |
| Mobile homes | 8.6%±2.7 pts | 4.0% | – |
| Built 2020 or later | 0.0%±1.0 pts | 1.4% | – |
| Built 1939 or earlier | 32.9%±3.2 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 Ellsworth County building?
Builders took permits for 1 new housing units across Ellsworth County in 2025 (1 single-family), 0.2 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 Ellsworth County get to work?
79.8% of Ellsworth County's workers drive alone and 7.4% work from home. The average trip to work takes 19.2 minutes.
| Measure | Ellsworth County | Kansas | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| In the labor force (age 16+) | 50.8%±2.1 pts | 66.1% | – |
| Unemployment rate | 2.6%±2.1 pts | 3.9% | – |
| Drove alone to work | 79.8%±4.2 pts | 75.4% | – |
| Carpooled | 8.1%±2.5 pts | 8.7% | – |
| Public transportation | 0.0%±1.1 pts | 0.4% | – |
| Walked | 4.4%±2.1 pts | 2.3% | – |
| Worked from home | 7.4%±2.3 pts | 11.8% | no clear change |
| Mean travel time to work | 19.2 min±2.0 | 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 Ellsworth County's census tracts?
Ellsworth County is divided into 2 census tracts. Among those with a reliable estimate, median household income runs from $61,250 (Tract 866) to $66,807 (Tract 867).
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) · Check it at data.census.gov
How does Ellsworth County compare with Kansas's other counties?
| Measure | Rank |
|---|---|
| Population | 55th of 105 |
| Growth 2020-2025 | 61st of 105 |
| Residents per square mile | 51st of 105 |
| Median household income | 46th of 105 |
| Median home value | 63rd of 105 |
| Median gross rent | 76th of 104 |
| Poverty rate | 58th of 102 |
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 64th of 105 |
| Median age | 32nd 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
How these figures are made: methodology and release checks · reading a margin of error · every state · corrections
Not on this page: crime, weather and schools for Ellsworth County are other agencies' records. Crime: the FBI's Crime Data Explorer · climate: NOAA's U.S. Climate Normals · schools: the National Center for Education Statistics' school search.