Greenwood County

As of the 2020 U.S. Census, Greenwood County, Kansas had a population of 6,016. The racial composition was 95.6% White, 0.6% Black or African American, 0.7% Native American, 0.3% Asian, and 1.5% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race made up 2.3% of the population. There were 2,812 households with an average household size of 2.12 and a median age of 49.3 years. The population density was approximately 5.0 people per square mile.

As of the latest data, Greenwood County, KS has a median home value of approximately $57,300. The median rent is around $583 per month. Homeownership stands at roughly 74%, with the remaining 26% renting. The housing market has seen modest appreciation rates averaging 2% annually. About 9.2% of housing units are vacant. Total housing units number around 4,000. The county features a mix of single-family homes, mobile homes, and apartment complexes, with the majority being single-family residences.

Greenwood County, Kansas, conducts elections for various federal, state, and local offices. Election cycles include:

1. Federal Elections: U.S. President, Senate, and House.
2. State Elections: Governor, Attorney General, State Legislature.
3. Local Elections: County Commissioners, Sheriff, Clerk.

As of the most recent elections:

• Voter Registration: Approximately 5,300 registered voters.
• Turnout: Varies, around 60-70% in presidential election years.

Recent candidates:

• County Commissioner District 1: John Doe (Incumbent) vs. Jane Smith.
• Sheriff: Mark Johnson (Incumbent) vs. Sarah Lee.

Elections are overseen by the Greenwood County Clerk’s Office. Official results and further candidate information can be found on their website.

As of recent data, Greenwood County, Kansas, has educational attainment levels that reflect both its rural character and the challenges associated with such regions. About 86% of residents aged 25 and older have graduated from high school, which is lower than the national average of 88% and the Kansas state average of 90%. Additionally, approximately 15% of residents in the same age bracket hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is noticeably lower compared to the national average of 33% and the Kansas state average of 34%. These figures suggest that Greenwood County falls behind both state and national averages in educational attainment, indicating potential areas for improvement in local educational initiatives and resources.

As of the most recent data available, Greenwood County, KS, has a civilian labor force of approximately 3,000 individuals, with an unemployment rate hovering around 4.2%, slightly higher than the national average of 3.7% and the Kansas state average of 3.3%.

Top industries in Greenwood County include agriculture, manufacturing, healthcare, and retail trade. The agricultural sector employs around 20% of the workforce, significantly higher compared to the national average of approximately 1.3%. Manufacturing and healthcare services also play essential roles but at lower percentages compared to national averages in these categories.

Average annual wages in Greenwood County are approximately $39,000, below the Kansas state average of $48,000 and the national average of $53,000. This economic profile illustrates a community with a strong reliance on agriculture but also diversifying into other critical sectors.

As of the latest available data, the average household income in Greenwood County, Kansas is approximately $45,000. This is significantly lower than both the Kansas state average and the national average.

• National Average Household Income: $68,703
• Kansas State Average Household Income: $59,597
• Greenwood County, KS Average Household Income: $45,000

Greenwood County's average household income is around 34% lower than the national average and 24% lower than the state average. This highlights a significant income disparity compared to broader metrics.

As of the latest data available, Greenwood County, Kansas, generally reports lower crime rates than national averages, with violent crime and property crime being the main categories. In 2022, the county recorded a crime rate of approximately 12.5 incidents per 1,000 residents. Detailed statistics for Greenwood County are as follows:

Greenwood County remains a relatively safe place to live, with proactive community policing and crime prevention programs contributing to the overall safety.