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Hodgeman County, Kansas
Hodgeman County, Kansas. Hodgeman County had 1,619 residents in 2025 by the Census Bureau's estimate, down 6.1% since 2020, while Kansas grew 1.3%. It holds 11 places (2 cities, villages and boroughs and 9 towns and townships) and 1 census tract. GEOID 20083.
Residents, July 2025 estimate
1,619
Census Bureau estimate (no margin published)
2020 Census count: 1,723 · ACS 2020-2024: 1,652 ±160
Median household income
$59,955
±$6,884 (90% margin)
Kansas: $74,275
Median home value
$101,600
±$23,695 (90% margin)
Kansas: $217,200
Median gross rent
$941
±$101 (90% margin)
Kansas: $1,060
How many people live in Hodgeman County, and is it growing?
The 2020 Census counted 1,723 residents in Hodgeman County. The Census Bureau estimates 1,619 for July 1, 2025, down 6.1% since 2020, while Kansas grew 1.3%. The 2020-2024 American Community Survey puts the population at 1,652 over 860 square miles of land.
| Measure | Hodgeman County | Kansas | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total population | 1,652±160 | 2,947,197 | −224 |
| Households | 697±66 | 1,174,060 | no clear change |
| Average household size | 2.34±0.23 | 2.44 | no clear change |
| Housing units | 823±68 | 1,293,635 | −152 |
Hodgeman County's population since 2000
From 2,085 in 2000 to 1,619 in 2025: down 22.4%. 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 Hodgeman County?
Hodgeman County holds 11 places: 2 cities, villages and boroughs (incorporated places) and 9 towns and townships (county subdivisions with their own government). The largest is Center Township, Hodgeman County with 881 residents (2025 estimate). Places that cross a county line are listed with the share of their 2020 residents who live in this county.
| Center Township, Hodgeman County | 963 | $58,438 |
|---|---|---|
| Jetmore | 770 | $53,000 |
| Marena Township | 384 | $81,250 |
| HanstonGEOID 2029925 | 259 | $67,083 |
| Sterling Township, Hodgeman CountyGEOID 2008368175 | 99 | $56,667 |
| Valley Township, Hodgeman CountyGEOID 2008372825 | 63 | $106,875 |
| Sawlog TownshipGEOID 2008363225 | 61 | $77,778 |
| South Roscoe TownshipGEOID 2008366900 | 50 | $250,000 or more |
| Hallet TownshipGEOID 2008329525 | 45 | $56,435 |
| North Roscoe TownshipGEOID 2008351350 | 31 | $43,819 |
| Benton Township, Hodgeman CountyGEOID 2008306225 | 27 | $94,063 |
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 Hodgeman County?
The median resident of Hodgeman County is 48.6 years old; 25.7% are under 18 and 22.2% are 65 or older. The largest group is non-Hispanic white residents at 92.0%, then Hispanic or Latino residents (of any race) at 4.6%. 1.3% of residents were born outside the United States.
| Measure | Hodgeman County | Kansas | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 48.6±6.1 | 37.4 | no clear change |
| Under 18 years | 25.7%±3.4 pts | 23.8% | – |
| 65 years and over | 22.2%±3.2 pts | 17.0% | – |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 4.6%±1.9 pts | 13.6% | −3.3 pts |
| White alone, not Hispanic | 92.0%±3.0 pts | 72.7% | no clear change |
| Black or African American alone, not Hispanic | 0.4%±0.6 pts | 5.2% | – |
| Asian alone, not Hispanic | 0.0%±1.8 pts | 2.9% | – |
| American Indian and Alaska Native alone, not Hispanic | 0.1%±0.2 pts | 0.4% | – |
| Native Hawaiian and Other Pacific Islander alone, not Hispanic | 0.0%±1.8 pts | 0.1% | – |
| Two or more races, not Hispanic | 2.2%±1.6 pts | 4.8% | – |
| Some other race alone, not Hispanic | 0.7%±0.8 pts | 0.4% | – |
| Born outside the United States | 1.3%±0.7 pts | 7.4% | −3.4 pts |
| Speak a language other than English at home (age 5+) | 3.5%±1.5 pts | 12.1% | – |
| Civilian veterans (age 18+) | 7.0%±2.5 pts | 6.8% | – |
| With a disability | 12.8%±3.0 pts | 13.5% | – |
| No health insurance coverage | 4.5%±1.6 pts | 8.8% | −4.1 pts |
| High school graduate or higher (age 25+) | 95.6%±1.9 pts | 92.0% | – |
| Bachelor's degree or higher (age 25+) | 30.2%±7.3 pts | 35.6% | no clear change |
| Graduate or professional degree (age 25+) | 7.1%±2.4 pts | 13.4% | – |
| Moved from another state in the past year | 0.8%±0.7 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 Hodgeman County earn?
Half of Hodgeman County's 697 households earn less than $59,955 a year (±$6,884), against $74,275 in Kansas. In 2015-2019 the median was $75,332 in 2024 dollars, so it fell by $15,377 after inflation. 6.3% of residents live below the poverty line.
| Measure | Hodgeman County | Kansas | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household income | $59,955±$6,884 | $74,275 | −$15,377 |
| Mean household income | $84,806±$9,734 | $100,417 | – |
| Per capita income | $37,667±$4,654 | $40,978 | no clear change |
| People below the poverty line | 6.3%±2.6 pts | 11.3% | no clear change |
| Children under 18 below the poverty line | 9.5%±5.6 pts | 13.1% | no clear change |
| Households receiving SNAP | 4.3%±2.4 pts | 6.8% | – |
| Households with a broadband subscription | 82.5%±6.5 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 Hodgeman County?
Owners occupy 79.1% of Hodgeman County's occupied homes and renters 20.9%. The median owner-occupied home is valued at $101,600 by its owner (±$23,695). The median renter pays $941 a month including utilities, and 26.0% of renters pay 35% or more of their income on rent.
| Measure | Hodgeman County | Kansas | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median home value (owner-occupied) | $101,600±$23,695 | $217,200 | no clear change |
| Median gross rent | $941±$101 | $1,060 | no clear change |
| Renters paying 35% or more of income on rent | 26.0%±12.6 pts | 34.5% | – |
| Median monthly owner costs, with a mortgage | $1,230±$375 | $1,689 | – |
| Owner-occupied homes | 79.1%±5.0 pts | 67.2% | no clear change |
| Housing units | 823±68 | 1,293,635 | −152 |
| Homeowner vacancy rate | 1.1%±1.6 pts | 0.9% | – |
| Rental vacancy rate | 0.0%±18.0 pts | 6.2% | – |
| Single-family detached homes | 88.9%±3.4 pts | 71.8% | – |
| Mobile homes | 3.6%±2.5 pts | 4.0% | – |
| Built 2020 or later | 0.0%±3.6 pts | 1.4% | – |
| Built 1939 or earlier | 27.1%±6.3 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 Hodgeman County building?
Builders took permits for 1 new housing units across Hodgeman County in 2025 (1 single-family), 0.6 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 Hodgeman County get to work?
77.8% of Hodgeman County's workers drive alone and 4.4% work from home. The average trip to work takes 15.1 minutes.
| Measure | Hodgeman County | Kansas | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| In the labor force (age 16+) | 61.7%±4.0 pts | 66.1% | – |
| Unemployment rate | 0.6%±0.7 pts | 3.9% | – |
| Drove alone to work | 77.8%±6.1 pts | 75.4% | – |
| Carpooled | 4.8%±3.2 pts | 8.7% | – |
| Public transportation | 0.0%±3.8 pts | 0.4% | – |
| Walked | 9.6%±4.9 pts | 2.3% | – |
| Worked from home | 4.4%±2.0 pts | 11.8% | no clear change |
| Mean travel time to work | 15.1 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 Hodgeman County's census tracts?
Hodgeman County is a single census tract.
| Tract 461120083461100 | 1,652±160 | $59,955 |
|---|
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) · Check it at data.census.gov
How does Hodgeman County compare with Kansas's other counties?
| Measure | Rank |
|---|---|
| Population | 102nd of 105 |
| Growth 2020-2025 | 101st of 105 |
| Residents per square mile | 103rd of 105 |
| Median household income | 76th of 105 |
| Median home value | 75th of 105 |
| Median gross rent | 18th of 104 |
| Poverty rate | 94th of 102 |
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 16th of 105 |
| Median age | 7th 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 Hodgeman 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.