Rush County, Kansas Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates · 80th-largest in Kansas
The population of Rush County, Kansas is 2,957 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 80th-largest county in Kansas. The median household income is $60,288, the median home value is $79,300, and the median age is 46.0.
The population of Rush County has declined 15.2% since 2010 (3,314 → 2,810), a -1.17% annualized rate.
2,957
Population
-1.17%
Annual growth
4
People / sq mi
$60,288
Median Income
$79,300
Median Home Value
Rush County covers 718 sq mi of land at 4.1 people per square mile.
About Rush County, KS
Housing cost is the defining feature of Rush County: the median home is valued at $79,300. Rush County is a county in Kansas with a population of 2,957.
The typical household here earns about $60,288, below the US median of $78,538. About 8.4% of residents live below the federal poverty level, below the national 12.4%. Housing costs are among the lowest of comparable places: a median home value of $79,300, with typical rent around $700.
21.5% of adults 25 and older hold a bachelor’s degree, below the national average of 35.0%. About 8.5% of the workforce is home-based, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 22 minutes each way.
Rush County Population History (2010-2024)
The county of Rush County had a population of 3,314 in 2010 and 2,810 in 2024, a -15.2% growth over 14 years. The peak was 3,314 in 2010. Average annual growth rate: -1.16%.
2,810
Population (2024)
3,314
Population (2010)
3,314
Peak (2010)
-1.16%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 3,314 |
| 2011 | 3,211 |
| 2012 | 3,208 |
| 2013 | 3,175 |
| 2014 | 3,160 |
| 2015 | 3,097 |
| 2016 | 3,052 |
| 2017 | 3,049 |
| 2018 | 3,037 |
| 2019 | 2,994 |
| 2020 | 2,944 |
| 2021 | 2,935 |
| 2022 | 2,949 |
| 2023 | 2,833 |
| 2024 | 2,810 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 90.4% |
| Black or African American | 0.4% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 2.9% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Age & Sex
46.0
Median Age
47.0%
Female
53.0%
Male
25.2%
Age 65+
Age Distribution
Children (under 15): 17.3% · Seniors (65+): 25.2%
Income & Poverty
| Median household income | $60,288$-12,351 vs state |
| Mean household income | $93,181 |
| Per-capita income | $45,168 |
| Poverty rate | 8.4%+0.7% vs state |
| Unemployment rate | 3.3% |
| Employment-to-population | 60.6% |
Top Industries by Employment
The largest employment sector in Rush County is professional & business services, accounting for 23.9% of workers.
How residents commute
0.1%
Drive alone
5.8%
Carpool
78.2%
Public transit
8.5%
Work from home
21.6 min
Avg commute
Housing
$79,300$-124,100 vs state
Median home value
$700
Median rent
79.6%
Homeownership rate
1,701
Total housing units
81.2%
Occupied
18.8%
Vacant
20.4%
Renter-occupied
Social & access
94.1%
With health insurance
93.6%
With broadband internet
21.6%
Foreign-born
7.9%
Veterans (18+)
14.3%
With a disability
95.6%
Speak language other than English at home
Education
91.4%
High School+
21.5%
Bachelor's+
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Frequently Asked Questions
Rush County, Kansas has a population of 2,957 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 80th-largest county in Kansas. Population density is 4 people per square mile.
The population of Rush County has declined 15.2% since 2010 (3,314 → 2,810), a -1.17% annualized rate.
The median household income in Rush County, Kansas is $60,288, with mean (average) household income of $93,181 and per-capita income of $45,168. 8.4% of residents live below the federal poverty level.
In Rush County, the largest racial and ethnic groups are White (90.4%), Hispanic or Latino (2.9%), 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 Rush County, Kansas is 46.0 years. Residents are 47.0% female and 53.0% male.
The median home value in Rush County is $79,300 and median monthly rent is $700. 79.6% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. The county has 1,701 total housing units, 18.8% of which are vacant.
The largest employment sector in Rush County, Kansas is professional, scientific, and management services, employing 23.9% of workers. The unemployment rate is 3.3%.
Wichita is among the largest cities associated with Rush 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.