Neosho County

As of 2020, Neosho County, Kansas had a population of approximately 15,904 people. The racial composition was predominantly White (93.6%), followed by Black or African American (1.3%), Native American (1.1%), Asian (0.5%), and other races. Hispanic or Latino individuals made up about 3.3% of the population. The county had 6,687 households, with an average household size of 2.34 residents. The median household income was around $42,342, and about 16.2% of the population lived below the poverty line. The county covers an area of roughly 578 square miles.

As of the latest data, Neosho County, Kansas has a median home value of approximately $69,600. The homeownership rate is around 70.3%. The median household income is about $45,600. The average monthly housing cost for homeowners with a mortgage is roughly $950, while for renters, it's approximately $620. The total number of housing units is around 7,800, with a vacancy rate of about 11%. These figures reflect a combination of rural and small-town living dynamics characteristic of the county.

As of the latest available information, Neosho County, KS, had its last set of elections during the general election in 2022. Key races included the Neosho County Commission, where seats for Districts 1 and 3 were contested. The voter turnout in Neosho County was 58.2%.

For the District 1 Commissioner seat, the candidates were:

• David Orr (Republican) - 2,436 votes (uncontested in the general election)

For the District 3 Commissioner seat, the candidates were:

• Jason Van Nice (Republican) - 1,856 votes
• Mike Hough (Independent) - 1,234 votes

Additionally, the county participated in statewide and federal elections, including races for the Governor of Kansas, U.S. Senate, and U.S. House of Representatives. The precise numerical values and candidates for all races are available through the Neosho County Clerk's office and the Kansas Secretary of State's website.

Neosho County, KS, has an education attainment level higher than some rural areas but below state and national averages. According to the U.S. Census Bureau (2019 data), about 88.8% of adults aged 25+ have at least a high school diploma, compared to the Kansas state average of approximately 91.2% and the national average of 88%. For higher education, around 17.5% of Neosho County residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher, whereas the state average is 33.1% and the national average is 33.1%. The graduation rate for local high schools is roughly 85%, reflecting a commitment to secondary education but indicating room for improvement in advancing to higher education levels.

As of the most recent data, Neosho County, KS has an employment figure of approximately 6,000 jobs. The unemployment rate hovers around 4.5%, which is slightly above the national average of around 3.6% and the Kansas state average of 3.4%.

Top industries in Neosho County include manufacturing, healthcare, and education. Manufacturing accounts for roughly 18% of the employment, higher than the national average of 8.5% and Kansas' 11%. Healthcare and social assistance represent about 14% of jobs, compared to the national average of 13% and the state’s 15%. Education services make up approximately 12%, consistent with both national and state averages.

These industry concentrations highlight Neosho County's strengths in manufacturing and stable public and health services sectors, crucial for the area's economic resilience.

As of the latest available data, the median household income in Neosho County, Kansas is approximately $43,000. This is significantly lower than both the national and state averages. For comparison, the median household income in the United States is around $68,700, while in the state of Kansas it is about $61,000.

These figures highlight the economic disparities between the local, state, and national levels.

As of the latest available data, Neosho County, Kansas experiences a lower crime rate compared to the national average. The violent crime rate is approximately 2.0 incidents per 1,000 residents, while the property crime rate is around 10.0 incidents per 1,000 residents. Here is a breakdown of specific crime statistics in the county:

These figures highlight that property crimes are more prevalent than violent crimes in Neosho County.