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Population Review

Hodgeman County, Kansas Population 2026

Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates · 102nd-largest in Kansas

The population of Hodgeman County, Kansas is 1,676 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 102nd-largest county in Kansas. The median household income is $63,125, the median home value is $92,700, and the median age is 45.9.

The population of Hodgeman County has declined 12.9% since 2010 (1,920 → 1,673), a -0.98% annualized rate.

Hodgeman County within Kansas · Source: US Census TIGER/Line via us-atlas

1,676

Population

-0.98%

Annual growth

2

People / sq mi

$63,125

Median Income

$92,700

Median Home Value

Hodgeman County covers 860 sq mi of land at 1.9 people per square mile.

About Hodgeman County, KS

Hodgeman County is a county in Kansas with a population of 1,676. It ranks #102 among counties in Kansas by population. The median age is 45.9, older than the national median. The population is 47.5% male and 52.5% female.

The median household income in Hodgeman County is $63,125, below the US median of $74,580. 4.9% of residents live below the federal poverty level. Home values sit at a median of $92,700, with monthly rent averaging $900. The homeownership rate of 81.1% is higher than the national rate of 64.8%.

Educational attainment in Hodgeman County reflects 28.4% of adults 25 and older holding a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 34.3%. Roughly 4.1% of workers primarily work from home, below the national work-from-home rate of 14.2%. The average commute is 15.6 minutes each way.

Hodgeman County Population History (2010-2024)

The county of Hodgeman County had a population of 1,920 in 2010 and 1,673 in 2024, a -12.9% growth over 14 years. The peak was 1,957 in 2011. Average annual growth rate: -0.97%.

2011 · 2K20102024

1,673

Population (2024)

1,920

Population (2010)

1,957

Peak (2011)

-0.97%

Avg Annual Growth

YearPopulation
20101,920
20111,957
20121,927
20131,923
20141,882
20151,868
20161,841
20171,858
20181,799
20191,763
20201,738
20211,724
20221,707
20231,681
20241,673

Race & Ethnicity

White95.2%
Black or African American0.1%
Asian0.0%
Hispanic or Latino (any race)1.8%
Two or More Races0.0%

Age & Sex

45.9

Median Age

52.5%

Female

47.5%

Male

21.0%

Age 65+

Age Distribution

Under 5
3.9%
5–9
9.7%
10–14
5.9%
15–19
8.2%
20–24
3.4%
25–34
6.6%
35–44
11.0%
45–54
9.7%
55–59
11.9%
60–64
8.7%
65–74
10.1%
75–84
7.4%
85+
3.5%

Children (under 15): 19.5% · Seniors (65+): 21.0%

Income & Poverty

Median household income$63,125$-9,514 vs state
Mean household income$86,249
Per-capita income$36,823
Poverty rate4.9%-2.8% vs state
Unemployment rate1.8%
Employment-to-population62.8%

Top Industries by Employment

Agriculture
26.6%
Professional & business services
23.9%
Manufacturing
9.1%
Education & health care
4.9%
Transportation & utilities
4.0%
Construction
3.8%
Information
3.6%
Public administration
3.5%

The largest employment sector in Hodgeman County is agriculture, accounting for 26.6% of workers.

How residents commute

0.0%

Drive alone

5.9%

Carpool

83.4%

Public transit

4.1%

Work from home

15.6 min

Avg commute

Housing

$92,700$-110,700 vs state

Median home value

$900

Median rent

81.1%

Homeownership rate

814

Total housing units

81.8%

Occupied

18.2%

Vacant

18.9%

Renter-occupied

Social & access

93.2%

With health insurance

88.1%

With broadband internet

19.7%

Foreign-born

7.6%

Veterans (18+)

14.2%

With a disability

96.2%

Speak language other than English at home

Education

95.3%

High School+

28.4%

Bachelor's+

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Frequently Asked Questions

Hodgeman County, Kansas has a population of 1,676 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 102nd-largest county in Kansas. Population density is 2 people per square mile.

The population of Hodgeman County has declined 12.9% since 2010 (1,920 → 1,673), a -0.98% annualized rate.

The median household income in Hodgeman County, Kansas is $63,125, with mean (average) household income of $86,249 and per-capita income of $36,823. 4.9% of residents live below the federal poverty level.

In Hodgeman County, the largest racial and ethnic groups are White (95.2%), Hispanic or Latino (1.8%), Black or African American (0.1%). Figures are from the US Census Bureau's 2023 ACS 5-year estimates and reflect self-reported responses.

The median age in Hodgeman County, Kansas is 45.9 years. Residents are 52.5% female and 47.5% male.

The median home value in Hodgeman County is $92,700 and median monthly rent is $900. 81.1% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. The county has 814 total housing units, 18.2% of which are vacant.

The largest employment sector in Hodgeman County, Kansas is agriculture, forestry, fishing, and mining, employing 26.6% of workers. The unemployment rate is 1.8%.

Wichita is among the largest cities associated with Hodgeman County, Kansas, with a population of 396,488.

Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.