Harper County, Kansas Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates · 63rd-largest in Kansas
The population of Harper County, Kansas is 5,446 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 63rd-largest county in Kansas. The median household income is $55,417, the median home value is $77,300, and the median age is 40.8.
The population of Harper County has declined 9.9% since 2010 (6,008 → 5,413), a -0.74% annualized rate.
5,446
Population
-0.74%
Annual growth
7
People / sq mi
$55,417
Median Income
$77,300
Median Home Value
Harper County covers 801 sq mi of land at 6.8 people per square mile.
About Harper County, KS
Housing cost is the defining feature of Harper County: the median home is valued at $77,300. With 5,446 residents, Harper County is a county in Kansas.
The typical household earns $55,417, below the US median of $78,538. The poverty rate is 11.0%, below the national 12.4%. Housing costs are among the lowest of comparable places: a median home value of $77,300, with typical rent around $693.
21.7% of adults 25 and older hold a bachelor’s degree, below the national average of 35.0%. About 7.1% of the workforce is home-based, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 15 minutes each way.
Harper County Population History (2010-2024)
The county of Harper County had a population of 6,008 in 2010 and 5,413 in 2024, a -9.9% growth over 14 years. The peak was 6,008 in 2010. Average annual growth rate: -0.74%.
5,413
Population (2024)
6,008
Population (2010)
6,008
Peak (2010)
-0.74%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 6,008 |
| 2011 | 5,938 |
| 2012 | 5,862 |
| 2013 | 5,844 |
| 2014 | 5,831 |
| 2015 | 5,785 |
| 2016 | 5,670 |
| 2017 | 5,581 |
| 2018 | 5,500 |
| 2019 | 5,442 |
| 2020 | 5,467 |
| 2021 | 5,352 |
| 2022 | 5,374 |
| 2023 | 5,392 |
| 2024 | 5,413 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 90.7% |
| Black or African American | 0.8% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 3.0% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Age & Sex
40.8
Median Age
50.2%
Female
49.8%
Male
22.0%
Age 65+
Age Distribution
Children (under 15): 20.5% · Seniors (65+): 22.0%
Income & Poverty
| Median household income | $55,417$-17,222 vs state |
| Mean household income | $71,347 |
| Per-capita income | $28,555 |
| Poverty rate | 11.0%+3.3% vs state |
| Unemployment rate | 2.0% |
| Employment-to-population | 53.6% |
Top Industries by Employment
The largest employment sector in Harper County is professional & business services, accounting for 27.2% of workers.
How residents commute
0.6%
Drive alone
3.7%
Carpool
78.8%
Public transit
7.1%
Work from home
14.6 min
Avg commute
Housing
$77,300$-126,100 vs state
Median home value
$693
Median rent
73.6%
Homeownership rate
3,026
Total housing units
72.9%
Occupied
27.1%
Vacant
26.4%
Renter-occupied
Social & access
90.9%
With health insurance
92.0%
With broadband internet
26.4%
Foreign-born
8.2%
Veterans (18+)
19.3%
With a disability
97.6%
Speak language other than English at home
Education
89.7%
High School+
21.7%
Bachelor's+
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Frequently Asked Questions
Harper County, Kansas has a population of 5,446 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 63rd-largest county in Kansas. Population density is 7 people per square mile.
The population of Harper County has declined 9.9% since 2010 (6,008 → 5,413), a -0.74% annualized rate.
The median household income in Harper County, Kansas is $55,417, with mean (average) household income of $71,347 and per-capita income of $28,555. 11.0% of residents live below the federal poverty level.
In Harper County, the largest racial and ethnic groups are White (90.7%), Hispanic or Latino (3.0%), Black or African American (0.8%). Figures are from the US Census Bureau's 2023 ACS 5-year estimates and reflect self-reported responses.
The median age in Harper County, Kansas is 40.8 years. Residents are 50.2% female and 49.8% male.
The median home value in Harper County is $77,300 and median monthly rent is $693. 73.6% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. The county has 3,026 total housing units, 27.1% of which are vacant.
The largest employment sector in Harper County, Kansas is professional, scientific, and management services, employing 27.2% of workers. The unemployment rate is 2.0%.
Wichita is among the largest cities associated with Harper County, Kansas, with a population of 396,488.
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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.