Osborne County, Kansas Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates · 77th-largest in Kansas
The population of Osborne County, Kansas is 3,473 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 77th-largest county in Kansas. The median household income is $59,408, the median home value is $84,700, and the median age is 46.8.
The population of Osborne County has declined 12.9% since 2010 (3,850 → 3,353), a -0.98% annualized rate.
3,473
Population
-0.98%
Annual growth
4
People / sq mi
$59,408
Median Income
$84,700
Median Home Value
Osborne County covers 893 sq mi of land at 3.9 people per square mile.
About Osborne County, KS
In Osborne County, home values do the distinguishing — a median of $84,700. Osborne County is a county in Kansas with a population of 3,473.
Household earnings are middling, with a median of $59,408 — below the US median of $78,538. The poverty rate is 8.1%, below the national 12.4%. Real estate is inexpensive, with a typical home worth only $84,700, with typical rent around $591.
Roughly 23.0% of adults have a bachelor’s, below the national 35.0%. Just 4.0% of workers are home-based, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 15 minutes each way.
Osborne County Population History (2010-2024)
The county of Osborne County had a population of 3,850 in 2010 and 3,353 in 2024, a -12.9% growth over 14 years. The peak was 3,850 in 2010. Average annual growth rate: -0.98%.
3,353
Population (2024)
3,850
Population (2010)
3,850
Peak (2010)
-0.98%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 3,850 |
| 2011 | 3,833 |
| 2012 | 3,810 |
| 2013 | 3,800 |
| 2014 | 3,752 |
| 2015 | 3,641 |
| 2016 | 3,598 |
| 2017 | 3,539 |
| 2018 | 3,456 |
| 2019 | 3,438 |
| 2020 | 3,491 |
| 2021 | 3,487 |
| 2022 | 3,488 |
| 2023 | 3,440 |
| 2024 | 3,353 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 92.9% |
| Black or African American | 0.4% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 2.2% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Age & Sex
46.8
Median Age
49.8%
Female
50.2%
Male
26.4%
Age 65+
Age Distribution
Children (under 15): 18.1% · Seniors (65+): 26.4%
Income & Poverty
| Median household income | $59,408$-13,231 vs state |
| Mean household income | $76,525 |
| Per-capita income | $36,655 |
| Poverty rate | 8.1%+0.4% vs state |
| Unemployment rate | 1.0% |
| Employment-to-population | 63.7% |
Top Industries by Employment
The largest employment sector in Osborne County is professional & business services, accounting for 28.5% of workers.
How residents commute
0.0%
Drive alone
6.1%
Carpool
77.5%
Public transit
4.0%
Work from home
14.7 min
Avg commute
Housing
$84,700$-118,700 vs state
Median home value
$591
Median rent
76.4%
Homeownership rate
2,027
Total housing units
79.4%
Occupied
20.6%
Vacant
23.6%
Renter-occupied
Social & access
94.6%
With health insurance
85.1%
With broadband internet
21.6%
Foreign-born
5.3%
Veterans (18+)
14.4%
With a disability
97.8%
Speak language other than English at home
Education
95.2%
High School+
23.0%
Bachelor's+
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Frequently Asked Questions
Osborne County, Kansas has a population of 3,473 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 77th-largest county in Kansas. Population density is 4 people per square mile.
The population of Osborne County has declined 12.9% since 2010 (3,850 → 3,353), a -0.98% annualized rate.
The median household income in Osborne County, Kansas is $59,408, with mean (average) household income of $76,525 and per-capita income of $36,655. 8.1% of residents live below the federal poverty level.
In Osborne County, the largest racial and ethnic groups are White (92.9%), Hispanic or Latino (2.2%), Black or African American (0.4%). Figures are from the US Census Bureau's 2023 ACS 5-year estimates and reflect self-reported responses.
The median age in Osborne County, Kansas is 46.8 years. Residents are 49.8% female and 50.2% male.
The median home value in Osborne County is $84,700 and median monthly rent is $591. 76.4% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. The county has 2,027 total housing units, 20.6% of which are vacant.
The largest employment sector in Osborne County, Kansas is professional, scientific, and management services, employing 28.5% of workers. The unemployment rate is 1.0%.
Wichita is among the largest cities associated with Osborne County, Kansas, with a population of 396,488.
Osborne County, KS Climate
Osborne County, KS has an average annual temperature of 12°C (54°F) and receives about 638 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is July and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
12°C
Avg Temp
638
Precip (mm/yr)
Jul
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | -3° / 27° | 12 mm |
| February | 0° / 32° | 17 mm |
| March | 6° / 42° | 59 mm |
| April | 12° / 53° | 61 mm |
| May | 17° / 63° | 98 mm |
| June | 23° / 73° | 82 mm |
| July | 26° / 79° | 79 mm |
| August | 25° / 77° | 75 mm |
| September | 20° / 68° | 71 mm |
| October | 13° / 56° | 41 mm |
| November | 5° / 41° | 27 mm |
| December | 0° / 31° | 16 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 Osborne County, KS
The most comfortable months to visit Osborne 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 -9°C low). May is usually the wettest month.
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