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Population Review

Marshall County, Kansas Population 2026

Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates · 39th-largest in Kansas

The population of Marshall County, Kansas is 10,001 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 39th-largest county in Kansas. The median household income is $70,828, the median home value is $119,500, and the median age is 42.6.

The population of Marshall County has declined 1.6% since 2010 (10,112 → 9,950), a -0.12% annualized rate.

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

10,001

Population

-0.12%

Annual growth

11

People / sq mi

$70,828

Median Income

$119,500

Median Home Value

Marshall County covers 900 sq mi of land at 11.1 people per square mile.

About Marshall County, KS

Marshall County is a county in Kansas with a population of 10,001. It ranks #39 among counties in Kansas by population. The median age is 42.6, older than the national median. The population is 50.8% male and 49.2% female.

The median household income in Marshall County is $70,828, below the US median of $74,580. 5.3% of residents live below the federal poverty level. Home values sit at a median of $119,500, with monthly rent averaging $670. The homeownership rate of 82.5% is higher than the national rate of 64.8%.

Educational attainment in Marshall County reflects 18.9% of adults 25 and older holding a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 34.3%. Roughly 5.3% of workers primarily work from home, below the national work-from-home rate of 14.2%. The average commute is 17.0 minutes each way.

Marshall County Population History (2010-2024)

The county of Marshall County had a population of 10,112 in 2010 and 9,950 in 2024, a -1.6% growth over 14 years. The peak was 10,112 in 2010. Average annual growth rate: -0.11%.

2010 · 10K20102024

9,950

Population (2024)

10,112

Population (2010)

10,112

Peak (2010)

-0.11%

Avg Annual Growth

YearPopulation
201010,112
20119,985
201210,027
20139,975
20149,947
20159,848
20169,805
20179,697
20189,718
20199,691
202010,022
202110,023
202210,007
20239,963
20249,950

Race & Ethnicity

White94.9%
Black or African American0.7%
Asian0.0%
Hispanic or Latino (any race)1.2%
Two or More Races0.0%

Age & Sex

42.6

Median Age

49.2%

Female

50.8%

Male

22.3%

Age 65+

Age Distribution

Under 5
6.5%
5–9
7.0%
10–14
6.9%
15–19
5.9%
20–24
4.4%
25–34
9.7%
35–44
11.9%
45–54
10.4%
55–59
7.0%
60–64
7.8%
65–74
12.5%
75–84
7.2%
85+
2.6%

Children (under 15): 20.4% · Seniors (65+): 22.3%

Income & Poverty

Median household income$70,828$-1,811 vs state
Mean household income$83,404
Per-capita income$36,220
Poverty rate5.3%-2.4% vs state
Unemployment rate1.2%
Employment-to-population64.0%

Top Industries by Employment

Professional & business services
24.1%
Manufacturing
18.8%
Retail trade
8.0%
Agriculture
7.8%
Information
6.5%
Finance & real estate
5.8%
Public administration
4.3%
Arts, entertainment & food
4.2%

The largest employment sector in Marshall County is professional & business services, accounting for 24.1% of workers.

How residents commute

0.4%

Drive alone

4.7%

Carpool

76.8%

Public transit

5.3%

Work from home

17.0 min

Avg commute

Housing

$119,500$-83,900 vs state

Median home value

$670

Median rent

82.5%

Homeownership rate

4,758

Total housing units

86.2%

Occupied

13.8%

Vacant

17.5%

Renter-occupied

Social & access

95.0%

With health insurance

90.3%

With broadband internet

23.5%

Foreign-born

8.0%

Veterans (18+)

15.2%

With a disability

96.6%

Speak language other than English at home

Education

91.0%

High School+

18.9%

Bachelor's+

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Frequently Asked Questions

Marshall County, Kansas has a population of 10,001 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 39th-largest county in Kansas. Population density is 11 people per square mile.

The population of Marshall County has declined 1.6% since 2010 (10,112 → 9,950), a -0.12% annualized rate.

The median household income in Marshall County, Kansas is $70,828, with mean (average) household income of $83,404 and per-capita income of $36,220. 5.3% of residents live below the federal poverty level.

In Marshall County, the largest racial and ethnic groups are White (94.9%), Hispanic or Latino (1.2%), Black or African American (0.7%). Figures are from the US Census Bureau's 2023 ACS 5-year estimates and reflect self-reported responses.

The median age in Marshall County, Kansas is 42.6 years. Residents are 49.2% female and 50.8% male.

The median home value in Marshall County is $119,500 and median monthly rent is $670. 82.5% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. The county has 4,758 total housing units, 13.8% of which are vacant.

The largest employment sector in Marshall County, Kansas is professional, scientific, and management services, employing 24.1% of workers. The unemployment rate is 1.2%.

Wichita is among the largest cities associated with Marshall 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.