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Kingman County, Kansas
Kingman County, Kansas. Kingman County had 7,029 residents in 2025 by the Census Bureau's estimate, down 6.0% since 2020, while Kansas grew 1.3%. It holds 31 places (7 cities, villages and boroughs, 23 towns and townships and 1 census-designated) and 3 census tracts. GEOID 20095.
Residents, July 2025 estimate
7,029
Census Bureau estimate (no margin published)
2020 Census count: 7,470 · ACS 2020-2024: 7,186
Median household income
$59,842
±$5,588 (90% margin)
Kansas: $74,275
Median home value
$111,100
±$18,062 (90% margin)
Kansas: $217,200
Median gross rent
$846
±$60 (90% margin)
Kansas: $1,060
How many people live in Kingman County, and is it growing?
The 2020 Census counted 7,470 residents in Kingman County. The Census Bureau estimates 7,029 for July 1, 2025, down 6.0% since 2020, while Kansas grew 1.3%. The 2020-2024 American Community Survey puts the population at 7,186 over 863 square miles of land.
| Measure | Kingman County | Kansas | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total population | 7,186 | 2,947,197 | −154 |
| Households | 3,166±134 | 1,174,060 | no clear change |
| Average household size | 2.22±0.09 | 2.44 | no clear change |
| Housing units | 3,685±26 | 1,293,635 | −162 |
Kingman County's population since 2000
From 8,673 in 2000 to 7,029 in 2025: down 19.0%. 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 Kingman County?
Kingman County holds 31 places: 7 cities, villages and boroughs (incorporated places), 23 towns and townships (county subdivisions with their own government) and 1 census-designated place. The largest is Kingman with 2,884 residents (2025 estimate). Places that cross a county line are listed with the share of their 2020 residents who live in this county.
| Kingman | 3,105 | $48,750 |
|---|---|---|
| Bennett Township | 623 | $60,313 |
| Evan TownshipGEOID 2009522000 | 476 | not published |
| Norwich | 444 | $60,625 |
| CunninghamGEOID 2016775 | 444 | $70,625 |
| White TownshipGEOID 2009577775 | 363 | $128,585 |
| Rural Township, Kingman CountyGEOID 2009561725 | 316 | $73,750 |
| Dresden Township, Kingman CountyGEOID 2009518650 | 308 | $72,981 |
| Ninnescah Township, Kingman CountyGEOID 2009550650 | 284 | $63,417 |
| Galesburg TownshipGEOID 2009525125 | 237 | $86,080 |
| Vinita TownshipGEOID 2009573975 | 223 | $116,250 |
| Hoosier TownshipGEOID 2009533050 | 152 | not published |
| Rochester TownshipGEOID 2009560375 | 137 | $44,375 |
| Dale TownshipGEOID 2009516925 | 135 | not published |
| Liberty Township, Kingman CountyGEOID 2009540150 | 124 | $50,000 |
| Eagle Township, Kingman CountyGEOID 2009519225 | 112 | $65,664 |
| Peters TownshipGEOID 2009555550 | 111 | not published |
| Chikaskia Township, Kingman CountyGEOID 2009513125 | 100 | not published |
| Kingman TownshipGEOID 2009536975 | 99 | $70,089 |
| Allen Township, Kingman CountyGEOID 2009501250 | 98 | $83,750 |
| Eureka Township, Kingman CountyGEOID 2009521850 | 88 | $56,563 |
| Valley Township, Kingman CountyGEOID 2009572850 | 87 | $70,139 |
| Canton Township, Kingman CountyGEOID 2009510450 | 84 | $147,621 |
| Richland Township, Kingman CountyGEOID 2009559400 | 79 | not published |
| ZendaGEOID 2080925 | 72 | $53,000 |
| Union Township, Kingman CountyGEOID 2009572175 | 72 | $59,688 |
| SpiveyGEOID 2067250 | 61 | not published |
| Belmont Township, Kingman CountyGEOID 2009505675 | 57 | $49,875 |
| NashvilleGEOID 2049400 | 54 | not published |
| MurdockGEOID 2049250 | 37 | not published |
| PenalosaGEOID 2055225 | 18 | 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 Kingman County?
The median resident of Kingman County is 42.1 years old; 22.8% are under 18 and 19.7% are 65 or older. The largest group is non-Hispanic white residents at 89.7%, then non-Hispanic residents of two or more races at 4.4%.
| Measure | Kingman County | Kansas | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 42.1±2.3 | 37.4 | −3.3 |
| Under 18 years | 22.8%±0.4 pts | 23.8% | – |
| 65 years and over | 19.7%±0.2 pts | 17.0% | – |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 4.1% | 13.6% | +0.5 pts |
| White alone, not Hispanic | 89.7%±2.4 pts | 72.7% | −3.4 pts |
| Black or African American alone, not Hispanic | 0.3%±0.3 pts | 5.2% | – |
| Asian alone, not Hispanic | 0.0%±0.1 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%±0.4 pts | 0.1% | – |
| Two or more races, not Hispanic | 4.4%±1.2 pts | 4.8% | – |
| Some other race alone, not Hispanic | 1.4%±2.1 pts | 0.4% | – |
| Born outside the United States | 0.3%±0.2 pts | 7.4% | – |
| Speak a language other than English at home (age 5+) | 1.7%±0.8 pts | 12.1% | – |
| Civilian veterans (age 18+) | 6.2%±1.5 pts | 6.8% | – |
| With a disability | 16.8%±2.8 pts | 13.5% | – |
| No health insurance coverage | 7.2%±2.4 pts | 8.8% | no clear change |
| High school graduate or higher (age 25+) | 91.5%±2.4 pts | 92.0% | – |
| Bachelor's degree or higher (age 25+) | 25.3%±3.2 pts | 35.6% | no clear change |
| Graduate or professional degree (age 25+) | 7.4%±2.0 pts | 13.4% | – |
| Moved from another state in the past year | 1.3%±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 Kingman County earn?
Half of Kingman County's 3,166 households earn less than $59,842 a year (±$5,588), against $74,275 in Kansas. In 2015-2019 the median was $74,419 in 2024 dollars, so it fell by $14,577 after inflation. 10.3% of residents live below the poverty line.
| Measure | Kingman County | Kansas | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household income | $59,842±$5,588 | $74,275 | −$14,577 |
| Mean household income | $78,582±$7,324 | $100,417 | – |
| Per capita income | $34,559±$3,525 | $40,978 | −$7,996 |
| People below the poverty line | 10.3%±3.3 pts | 11.3% | no clear change |
| Children under 18 below the poverty line | 13.4%±8.0 pts | 13.1% | no clear change |
| Households receiving SNAP | 6.5%±2.5 pts | 6.8% | – |
| Households with a broadband subscription | 82.8%±4.1 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 Kingman County?
Owners occupy 66.3% of Kingman County's occupied homes and renters 33.7%. The median owner-occupied home is valued at $111,100 by its owner (±$18,062). The median renter pays $846 a month including utilities, and 33.2% of renters pay 35% or more of their income on rent.
| Measure | Kingman County | Kansas | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median home value (owner-occupied) | $111,100±$18,062 | $217,200 | no clear change |
| Median gross rent | $846±$60 | $1,060 | no clear change |
| Renters paying 35% or more of income on rent | 33.2%±11.3 pts | 34.5% | no clear change |
| Median monthly owner costs, with a mortgage | $1,294±$135 | $1,689 | – |
| Owner-occupied homes | 66.3%±5.3 pts | 67.2% | −12.3 pts |
| Housing units | 3,685±26 | 1,293,635 | −162 |
| Homeowner vacancy rate | 0.0%±1.4 pts | 0.9% | – |
| Rental vacancy rate | 9.0%±5.6 pts | 6.2% | – |
| Single-family detached homes | 87.3%±3.4 pts | 71.8% | – |
| Mobile homes | 4.5%±2.0 pts | 4.0% | – |
| Built 2020 or later | 1.6%±1.8 pts | 1.4% | – |
| Built 1939 or earlier | 33.3%±4.8 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 Kingman County building?
Builders took permits for 39 new housing units across Kingman County in 2025 (39 single-family), 5.5 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 Kingman County get to work?
83.3% of Kingman County's workers drive alone and 5.2% work from home. The average trip to work takes 22.7 minutes.
| Measure | Kingman County | Kansas | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| In the labor force (age 16+) | 62.4%±2.9 pts | 66.1% | – |
| Unemployment rate | 2.2%±1.8 pts | 3.9% | – |
| Drove alone to work | 83.3%±3.2 pts | 75.4% | – |
| Carpooled | 8.7%±2.6 pts | 8.7% | – |
| Public transportation | 0.0%±0.9 pts | 0.4% | – |
| Walked | 2.2%±1.8 pts | 2.3% | – |
| Worked from home | 5.2%±1.7 pts | 11.8% | no clear change |
| Mean travel time to work | 22.7 min±2.3 | 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 Kingman County's census tracts?
Kingman County is divided into 3 census tracts. Among those with a reliable estimate, median household income runs from $55,938 (Tract 9612) to $70,259 (Tract 9611).
| Tract 961120095961100 | 2,474±184 | $70,259 |
|---|---|---|
| Tract 961220095961200 | 3,217±147 | $55,938 |
| Tract 961320095961300 | 1,495±162 | $61,458 |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) · Check it at data.census.gov
How does Kingman County compare with Kansas's other counties?
| Measure | Rank |
|---|---|
| Population | 52nd of 105 |
| Growth 2020-2025 | 100th of 105 |
| Residents per square mile | 53rd of 105 |
| Median household income | 78th of 105 |
| Median home value | 67th of 105 |
| Median gross rent | 31st of 104 |
| Poverty rate | 61st of 102 |
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 44th of 105 |
| Median age | 47th 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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