Gray County, Kansas Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates · 61st-largest in Kansas
The population of Gray County, Kansas is 5,696 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 61st-largest county in Kansas. The median household income is $77,885, the median home value is $174,700, and the median age is 36.6.
The population of Gray County has declined 4.9% since 2010 (6,026 → 5,730), a -0.36% annualized rate.
5,696
Population
-0.36%
Annual growth
7
People / sq mi
$77,885
Median Income
$174,700
Median Home Value
Gray County covers 869 sq mi of land at 6.6 people per square mile.
About Gray County, KS
The poverty rate is what most separates Gray County from the typical county: 5.1% of residents live below the federal poverty line, against 12.4% nationally. With 5,696 residents, Gray County is a county in Kansas.
The typical household earns $77,885 a year, near the US median of $78,538. The poverty rate, 5.1%, is on the lower side for US counties and below the national 12.4%. Homes carry a median value of $174,700, with typical rent around $833.
Roughly 24.9% of adults have a bachelor’s, below the national 35.0%. Remote work is on the lower side here, at 4.2%, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 17 minutes each way.
Gray County Population History (2010-2024)
The county of Gray County had a population of 6,026 in 2010 and 5,730 in 2024, a -4.9% growth over 14 years. The peak was 6,086 in 2011. Average annual growth rate: -0.34%.
5,730
Population (2024)
6,026
Population (2010)
6,086
Peak (2011)
-0.34%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 6,026 |
| 2011 | 6,086 |
| 2012 | 5,963 |
| 2013 | 5,979 |
| 2014 | 6,060 |
| 2015 | 6,083 |
| 2016 | 6,043 |
| 2017 | 6,020 |
| 2018 | 6,085 |
| 2019 | 5,996 |
| 2020 | 5,640 |
| 2021 | 5,661 |
| 2022 | 5,707 |
| 2023 | 5,765 |
| 2024 | 5,730 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 92.2% |
| Black or African American | 0.0% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 1.0% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Age & Sex
36.6
Median Age
49.4%
Female
50.6%
Male
16.0%
Age 65+
Age Distribution
Children (under 15): 23.9% · Seniors (65+): 16.0%
Income & Poverty
| Median household income | $77,885+$5,246 vs state |
| Mean household income | $96,744 |
| Per-capita income | $35,990 |
| Poverty rate | 5.1%-2.6% vs state |
| Unemployment rate | 1.5% |
| Employment-to-population | 66.7% |
Top Industries by Employment
The largest employment sector in Gray County is agriculture, accounting for 22.4% of workers.
How residents commute
0.1%
Drive alone
2.4%
Carpool
84.3%
Public transit
4.2%
Work from home
17.3 min
Avg commute
Housing
$174,700$-28,700 vs state
Median home value
$833
Median rent
80.2%
Homeownership rate
2,339
Total housing units
88.8%
Occupied
11.2%
Vacant
19.8%
Renter-occupied
Social & access
88.5%
With health insurance
95.9%
With broadband internet
17.7%
Foreign-born
4.7%
Veterans (18+)
8.3%
With a disability
78.9%
Speak language other than English at home
Education
77.8%
High School+
24.9%
Bachelor's+
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Frequently Asked Questions
Gray County, Kansas has a population of 5,696 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 61st-largest county in Kansas. Population density is 7 people per square mile.
The population of Gray County has declined 4.9% since 2010 (6,026 → 5,730), a -0.36% annualized rate.
The median household income in Gray County, Kansas is $77,885, with mean (average) household income of $96,744 and per-capita income of $35,990. 5.1% of residents live below the federal poverty level.
In Gray County, the largest racial and ethnic groups are White (92.2%), Hispanic or Latino (1.0%). Figures are from the US Census Bureau's 2023 ACS 5-year estimates and reflect self-reported responses.
The median age in Gray County, Kansas is 36.6 years. Residents are 49.4% female and 50.6% male.
The median home value in Gray County is $174,700 and median monthly rent is $833. 80.2% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. The county has 2,339 total housing units, 11.2% of which are vacant.
The largest employment sector in Gray County, Kansas is agriculture, forestry, fishing, and mining, employing 22.4% of workers. The unemployment rate is 1.5%.
Wichita is among the largest cities associated with Gray County, Kansas, with a population of 396,488.
Gray County, KS Climate
Gray County, KS has an average annual temperature of 12.4°C (54°F) and receives about 533 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is July and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
12.4°C
Avg Temp
533
Precip (mm/yr)
Jul
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | -1° / 30° | 11 mm |
| February | 2° / 35° | 15 mm |
| March | 7° / 44° | 35 mm |
| April | 12° / 53° | 46 mm |
| May | 17° / 63° | 83 mm |
| June | 23° / 73° | 87 mm |
| July | 26° / 78° | 80 mm |
| August | 25° / 76° | 63 mm |
| September | 20° / 68° | 47 mm |
| October | 13° / 56° | 31 mm |
| November | 6° / 42° | 23 mm |
| December | 1° / 33° | 12 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 Gray County, KS
The most comfortable months to visit Gray County, KS are typically September, June and August, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is July (around 34°C high). The coldest is January (near -8°C low). June is usually the wettest month.
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Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.