Kingman County, Kansas Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates · 52nd-largest in Kansas
The population of Kingman County, Kansas is 7,284 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 52nd-largest county in Kansas. The median household income is $59,819, the median home value is $107,400, and the median age is 43.4.
The population of Kingman County has declined 11.6% since 2010 (7,857 → 6,946), a -0.88% annualized rate.
7,284
Population
-0.88%
Annual growth
8
People / sq mi
$59,819
Median Income
$107,400
Median Home Value
Kingman County covers 863 sq mi of land at 8.4 people per square mile.
About Kingman County, KS
Kingman County is a county in Kansas with a population of 7,284. It ranks #52 among counties in Kansas by population. The median age is 43.4, older than the national median. The population is 50.9% male and 49.1% female.
The median household income in Kingman County is $59,819, below the US median of $74,580. 5.5% of residents live below the federal poverty level. Home values sit at a median of $107,400, with monthly rent averaging $807. The homeownership rate of 69.5% is higher than the national rate of 64.8%.
Educational attainment in Kingman County reflects 23.8% of adults 25 and older holding a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 34.3%. Roughly 5.2% of workers primarily work from home, below the national work-from-home rate of 14.2%. The average commute is 21.2 minutes each way.
Kingman County Population History (2010-2024)
The county of Kingman County had a population of 7,857 in 2010 and 6,946 in 2024, a -11.6% growth over 14 years. The peak was 7,891 in 2011. Average annual growth rate: -0.86%.
6,946
Population (2024)
7,857
Population (2010)
7,891
Peak (2011)
-0.86%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 7,857 |
| 2011 | 7,891 |
| 2012 | 7,827 |
| 2013 | 7,803 |
| 2014 | 7,687 |
| 2015 | 7,639 |
| 2016 | 7,407 |
| 2017 | 7,278 |
| 2018 | 7,148 |
| 2019 | 7,056 |
| 2020 | 7,420 |
| 2021 | 7,288 |
| 2022 | 7,184 |
| 2023 | 7,091 |
| 2024 | 6,946 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 93.1% |
| Black or African American | 0.3% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 4.2% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Age & Sex
43.4
Median Age
49.1%
Female
50.9%
Male
19.7%
Age 65+
Age Distribution
Children (under 15): 18.0% · Seniors (65+): 19.7%
Income & Poverty
| Median household income | $59,819$-12,820 vs state |
| Mean household income | $78,018 |
| Per-capita income | $32,969 |
| Poverty rate | 5.5%-2.2% vs state |
| Unemployment rate | 2.4% |
| Employment-to-population | 61.3% |
Top Industries by Employment
The largest employment sector in Kingman County is professional & business services, accounting for 23.9% of workers.
How residents commute
0.0%
Drive alone
1.2%
Carpool
83.4%
Public transit
5.2%
Work from home
21.2 min
Avg commute
Housing
$107,400$-96,000 vs state
Median home value
$807
Median rent
69.5%
Homeownership rate
3,673
Total housing units
84.1%
Occupied
15.9%
Vacant
30.5%
Renter-occupied
Social & access
91.7%
With health insurance
91.7%
With broadband internet
20.5%
Foreign-born
6.1%
Veterans (18+)
16.6%
With a disability
98.1%
Speak language other than English at home
Education
90.6%
High School+
23.8%
Bachelor's+
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Frequently Asked Questions
Kingman 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 52nd-largest county in Kansas. Population density is 8 people per square mile.
The population of Kingman County has declined 11.6% since 2010 (7,857 → 6,946), a -0.88% annualized rate.
The median household income in Kingman County, Kansas is $59,819, with mean (average) household income of $78,018 and per-capita income of $32,969. 5.5% of residents live below the federal poverty level.
In Kingman County, the largest racial and ethnic groups are White (93.1%), Hispanic or Latino (4.2%), Black or African American (0.3%). Figures are from the US Census Bureau's 2023 ACS 5-year estimates and reflect self-reported responses.
The median age in Kingman County, Kansas is 43.4 years. Residents are 49.1% female and 50.9% male.
The median home value in Kingman County is $107,400 and median monthly rent is $807. 69.5% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. The county has 3,673 total housing units, 15.9% of which are vacant.
The largest employment sector in Kingman County, Kansas is professional, scientific, and management services, employing 23.9% of workers. The unemployment rate is 2.4%.
Wichita is among the largest cities associated with Kingman 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.