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McPherson County, Kansas
McPherson County, Kansas. McPherson County had 30,064 residents in 2025 by the Census Bureau's estimate, down 0.5% since 2020, while Kansas grew 1.3%. It holds 35 places (8 cities, villages and boroughs, 25 towns and townships and 2 census-designated) and 7 census tracts. GEOID 20113.
McPherson County is the county of the McPherson, KS micropolitan statistical area (the Census Bureau's July 2023 delineation).
Residents, July 2025 estimate
30,064
Census Bureau estimate (no margin published)
2020 Census count: 30,223 · ACS 2020-2024: 30,205
Median household income
$78,851
±$5,212 (90% margin)
Kansas: $74,275
Median home value
$211,200
±$7,894 (90% margin)
Kansas: $217,200
Median gross rent
$916
±$62 (90% margin)
Kansas: $1,060
How many people live in McPherson County, and is it growing?
The 2020 Census counted 30,223 residents in McPherson County. The Census Bureau estimates 30,064 for July 1, 2025, down 0.5% since 2020, while Kansas grew 1.3%. The 2020-2024 American Community Survey puts the population at 30,205 over 898 square miles of land.
| Measure | McPherson County | Kansas | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total population | 30,205 | 2,947,197 | +1,638 |
| Households | 12,162±245 | 1,174,060 | no clear change |
| Average household size | 2.32±0.05 | 2.44 | +0.11 |
| Housing units | 13,176±41 | 1,293,635 | no clear change |
McPherson County's population since 2000
From 29,554 in 2000 to 30,064 in 2025: up 1.7%. 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 McPherson County?
McPherson County holds 35 places: 8 cities, villages and boroughs (incorporated places), 25 towns and townships (county subdivisions with their own government) and 2 census-designated places. The largest is McPherson with 13,918 residents (2025 estimate). Places that cross a county line are listed with the share of their 2020 residents who live in this county.
| McPherson | 14,082 | $77,529 |
|---|---|---|
| Lindsborg | 3,776 | $81,250 |
| Mound Township, McPherson County | 2,326 | $60,673 |
| Moundridge | 1,974 | $67,500 |
| Superior Township, McPherson County | 1,681 | $75,190 |
| Inman | 1,341 | $59,250 |
| Empire Township, McPherson County | 1,253 | $95,000 |
| Canton Township, McPherson County | 976 | $71,875 |
| Galva | 834 | $91,167 |
| Marquette Township | 733 | $68,438 |
| Canton | 685 | $70,729 |
| Marquette | 599 | $61,923 |
| McPherson Township, McPherson CountyGEOID 2011343975 | 530 | $71,875 |
| King City TownshipGEOID 2011336900 | 506 | $157,944 |
| Lone Tree Township, McPherson CountyGEOID 2011342525 | 467 | $87,596 |
| New Gottland TownshipGEOID 2011350350 | 448 | $183,333 |
| Little Valley TownshipGEOID 2011341600 | 391 | $78,750 |
| Meridian TownshipGEOID 2011345975 | 370 | $147,619 |
| Smoky Hill Township, McPherson CountyGEOID 2011366025 | 316 | $58,796 |
| Spring Valley Township, McPherson CountyGEOID 2011367750 | 316 | $95,221 |
| Hayes Township, McPherson CountyGEOID 2011330950 | 301 | $82,813 |
| Turkey Creek Township, McPherson CountyGEOID 2011371700 | 275 | $179,792 |
| Delmore TownshipGEOID 2011317575 | 194 | $38,958 |
| Union Township, McPherson CountyGEOID 2011372225 | 190 | $96,250 |
| Jackson Township, McPherson CountyGEOID 2011334850 | 174 | not published |
| Groveland TownshipGEOID 2011329150 | 170 | $105,000 |
| Castle TownshipGEOID 2011310950 | 162 | $50,000 |
| Gypsum Creek TownshipGEOID 2011329325 | 148 | not published |
| Harper TownshipGEOID 2011330225 | 132 | $101,364 |
| ElyriaGEOID 2020975 | 120 | $158,161 |
| South Sharps Creek TownshipGEOID 2011367000 | 116 | $93,864 |
| Battle Hill TownshipGEOID 2011304550 | 108 | $46,382 |
| WindomGEOID 2079850 | 85 | $46,250 |
| Bonaville TownshipGEOID 2011307925 | 82 | $113,167 |
| RoxburyGEOID 2061550 | 70 | 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 McPherson County?
The median resident of McPherson County is 39.4 years old; 21.6% are under 18 and 20.0% are 65 or older. The largest group is non-Hispanic white residents at 89.1%, then Hispanic or Latino residents (of any race) at 5.6%. 2.8% of residents were born outside the United States.
| Measure | McPherson County | Kansas | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 39.4±0.9 | 37.4 | −1.4 |
| Under 18 years | 21.6%±0.2 pts | 23.8% | – |
| 65 years and over | 20.0%±0.1 pts | 17.0% | – |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 5.6% | 13.6% | +1.4 pts |
| White alone, not Hispanic | 89.1%±0.2 pts | 72.7% | −2.5 pts |
| Black or African American alone, not Hispanic | 1.7%±0.3 pts | 5.2% | +0.6 pts |
| Asian alone, not Hispanic | 0.4%±0.4 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%±0.1 pts | 0.1% | – |
| Two or more races, not Hispanic | 3.1%±0.5 pts | 4.8% | – |
| Some other race alone, not Hispanic | 0.0%±0.1 pts | 0.4% | – |
| Born outside the United States | 2.8%±0.6 pts | 7.4% | +1.2 pts |
| Speak a language other than English at home (age 5+) | 5.2%±1.4 pts | 12.1% | – |
| Civilian veterans (age 18+) | 5.2%±0.9 pts | 6.8% | – |
| With a disability | 11.7%±1.3 pts | 13.5% | – |
| No health insurance coverage | 6.2%±1.2 pts | 8.8% | no clear change |
| High school graduate or higher (age 25+) | 92.7%±1.6 pts | 92.0% | – |
| Bachelor's degree or higher (age 25+) | 34.3%±2.9 pts | 35.6% | +6.3 pts |
| Graduate or professional degree (age 25+) | 11.9%±1.8 pts | 13.4% | – |
| Moved from another state in the past year | 3.7%±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 McPherson County earn?
Half of McPherson County's 12,162 households earn less than $78,851 a year (±$5,212), against $74,275 in Kansas. In 2015-2019 it was $72,720 in 2024 dollars; the margins of error cannot tell the two periods apart. 9.5% of residents live below the poverty line.
| Measure | McPherson County | Kansas | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household income | $78,851±$5,212 | $74,275 | no clear change |
| Mean household income | $92,169±$4,501 | $100,417 | – |
| Per capita income | $37,426±$1,709 | $40,978 | no clear change |
| People below the poverty line | 9.5%±1.9 pts | 11.3% | no clear change |
| Children under 18 below the poverty line | 7.2%±3.5 pts | 13.1% | no clear change |
| Households receiving SNAP | 2.7%±1.0 pts | 6.8% | – |
| Households with a broadband subscription | 89.3%±1.7 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 McPherson County?
Owners occupy 75.5% of McPherson County's occupied homes and renters 24.5%. The median owner-occupied home is valued at $211,200 by its owner (±$7,894). The median renter pays $916 a month including utilities, and 36.1% of renters pay 35% or more of their income on rent.
| Measure | McPherson County | Kansas | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median home value (owner-occupied) | $211,200±$7,894 | $217,200 | +$24,381 |
| Median gross rent | $916±$62 | $1,060 | no clear change |
| Renters paying 35% or more of income on rent | 36.1%±7.0 pts | 34.5% | +9.5 pts |
| Median monthly owner costs, with a mortgage | $1,553±$70 | $1,689 | – |
| Owner-occupied homes | 75.5%±2.5 pts | 67.2% | +6.0 pts |
| Housing units | 13,176±41 | 1,293,635 | no clear change |
| Homeowner vacancy rate | 0.5%±0.5 pts | 0.9% | – |
| Rental vacancy rate | 3.9%±4.0 pts | 6.2% | – |
| Single-family detached homes | 81.0%±2.4 pts | 71.8% | – |
| Mobile homes | 4.3%±1.4 pts | 4.0% | – |
| Built 2020 or later | 0.9%±0.5 pts | 1.4% | – |
| Built 1939 or earlier | 24.4%±2.4 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 McPherson County building?
Builders took permits for 115 new housing units across McPherson County in 2025 (99 single-family), 3.8 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 McPherson County get to work?
79.3% of McPherson County's workers drive alone and 7.3% work from home. The average trip to work takes 14.8 minutes. The unemployment rate in 2020-2024 averaged 1.8%.
| Measure | McPherson County | Kansas | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| In the labor force (age 16+) | 66.4%±2.1 pts | 66.1% | – |
| Unemployment rate | 1.8%±0.7 pts | 3.9% | no clear change |
| Drove alone to work | 79.3%±2.3 pts | 75.4% | – |
| Carpooled | 6.9%±1.4 pts | 8.7% | – |
| Public transportation | 0.0%±0.2 pts | 0.4% | – |
| Walked | 5.2%±1.4 pts | 2.3% | – |
| Worked from home | 7.3%±1.4 pts | 11.8% | +3.8 pts |
| Mean travel time to work | 14.8 min±0.9 | 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 McPherson County's census tracts?
McPherson County is divided into 7 census tracts. Among those with a reliable estimate, median household income runs from $72,218 (Tract 7886) to $84,853 (Tract 7883).
| Tract 788120113788100 | 2,739±254 | $80,357 |
|---|---|---|
| Tract 788220113788200 | 3,984±153 | $80,000 |
| Tract 788320113788300 | 3,078±456 | $84,853 |
| Tract 788420113788400 | 6,139±465 | $76,369 |
| Tract 788520113788500 | 1,712±270 | $78,182 |
| Tract 788620113788600 | 6,599±492 | $72,218 |
| Tract 788720113788700 | 5,954±447 | $80,291 |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) · Check it at data.census.gov
How does McPherson County compare with Kansas's other counties?
| Measure | Rank |
|---|---|
| Population | 20th of 105 |
| Growth 2020-2025 | 35th of 105 |
| Residents per square mile | 21st of 105 |
| Median household income | 12th of 105 |
| Median home value | 11th of 105 |
| Median gross rent | 22nd of 104 |
| Poverty rate | 68th of 102 |
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 8th of 105 |
| Median age | 69th 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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