Grant County, Kansas Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates · 51st-largest in Kansas
The population of Grant County, Kansas is 7,284 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 51st-largest county in Kansas. The median household income is $72,484, the median home value is $146,200, and the median age is 32.9.
The population of Grant County has declined 9.3% since 2010 (7,825 → 7,097), a -0.70% annualized rate.
7,284
Population
-0.70%
Annual growth
13
People / sq mi
$72,484
Median Income
$146,200
Median Home Value
Grant County covers 575 sq mi of land at 12.7 people per square mile.
About Grant County, KS
Grant County skews on age — the median resident is 32.9, younger than the national median. With 7,284 residents, Grant County is a county in Kansas.
Households take in a median $72,484, comfortably below the US median of $78,538. The poverty rate, 5.4%, is on the lower side for US counties and below the national 12.4%. Homes carry a median value of $146,200, with typical rent around $696.
25.6% of adults 25 and older hold a bachelor’s degree, below the national average of 35.0%. Most workers commute: only 4.3% work from home, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 28 minutes each way.
Grant County Population History (2010-2024)
The county of Grant County had a population of 7,825 in 2010 and 7,097 in 2024, a -9.3% growth over 14 years. The peak was 7,893 in 2011. Average annual growth rate: -0.69%.
7,097
Population (2024)
7,825
Population (2010)
7,893
Peak (2011)
-0.69%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 7,825 |
| 2011 | 7,893 |
| 2012 | 7,833 |
| 2013 | 7,843 |
| 2014 | 7,784 |
| 2015 | 7,719 |
| 2016 | 7,660 |
| 2017 | 7,476 |
| 2018 | 7,271 |
| 2019 | 7,136 |
| 2020 | 7,326 |
| 2021 | 7,335 |
| 2022 | 7,230 |
| 2023 | 7,158 |
| 2024 | 7,097 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 66.2% |
| Black or African American | 0.2% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 7.3% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Age & Sex
32.9
Median Age
44.0%
Female
56.0%
Male
13.2%
Age 65+
Age Distribution
Children (under 15): 25.3% · Seniors (65+): 13.2%
Income & Poverty
| Median household income | $72,484$-155 vs state |
| Mean household income | $111,074 |
| Per-capita income | $39,635 |
| Poverty rate | 5.4%-2.3% vs state |
| Unemployment rate | 1.7% |
| Employment-to-population | 65.9% |
Top Industries by Employment
The largest employment sector in Grant County is agriculture, accounting for 31.5% of workers.
How residents commute
0.0%
Drive alone
1.8%
Carpool
79.4%
Public transit
4.3%
Work from home
27.8 min
Avg commute
Housing
$146,200$-57,200 vs state
Median home value
$696
Median rent
74.8%
Homeownership rate
2,932
Total housing units
81.1%
Occupied
18.9%
Vacant
25.2%
Renter-occupied
Social & access
83.3%
With health insurance
98.5%
With broadband internet
24.6%
Foreign-born
3.0%
Veterans (18+)
8.0%
With a disability
57.4%
Speak language other than English at home
Education
81.1%
High School+
25.6%
Bachelor's+
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Frequently Asked Questions
Grant County, Kansas has a population of 7,284 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 51st-largest county in Kansas. Population density is 13 people per square mile.
The population of Grant County has declined 9.3% since 2010 (7,825 → 7,097), a -0.70% annualized rate.
The median household income in Grant County, Kansas is $72,484, with mean (average) household income of $111,074 and per-capita income of $39,635. 5.4% of residents live below the federal poverty level.
In Grant County, the largest racial and ethnic groups are White (66.2%), Hispanic or Latino (7.3%), Black or African American (0.2%). Figures are from the US Census Bureau's 2023 ACS 5-year estimates and reflect self-reported responses.
The median age in Grant County, Kansas is 32.9 years. Residents are 44.0% female and 56.0% male.
The median home value in Grant County is $146,200 and median monthly rent is $696. 74.8% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. The county has 2,932 total housing units, 18.9% of which are vacant.
The largest employment sector in Grant County, Kansas is agriculture, forestry, fishing, and mining, employing 31.5% of workers. The unemployment rate is 1.7%.
Wichita is among the largest cities associated with Grant County, Kansas, with a population of 396,488.
Grant County, KS Climate
Grant County, KS has an average annual temperature of 12.7°C (55°F) and receives about 440 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is July and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
12.7°C
Avg Temp
440
Precip (mm/yr)
Jul
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | -1° / 31° | 9 mm |
| February | 3° / 37° | 11 mm |
| March | 7° / 44° | 25 mm |
| April | 12° / 54° | 37 mm |
| May | 18° / 64° | 72 mm |
| June | 23° / 74° | 72 mm |
| July | 26° / 79° | 59 mm |
| August | 25° / 77° | 60 mm |
| September | 20° / 69° | 45 mm |
| October | 13° / 56° | 22 mm |
| November | 5° / 42° | 19 mm |
| December | 1° / 33° | 9 mm |
1970–2000 normals from WorldClim 2.1 (~9 km grid). Precipitation can be less precise near mountains or coastlines, where rainfall varies sharply over short distances.
Best time to visit Grant County, KS
The most comfortable months to visit Grant County, KS are typically September, June and May, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is July (around 35°C high). The coldest is January (near -8°C low). May is usually the wettest month.
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Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.