Sedgwick County

As of the 2020 U.S. Census, Sedgwick County, Kansas, had a population of approximately 523,824. The racial composition was 72.5% White, 10.5% Black or African American, 4.8% Asian, 0.7% Native American, and 8.3% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino individuals accounted for 17.1% of the total population. The median household income was around $53,000, and the poverty rate stood at 14.1%. The county seat is Wichita, which is the largest city and significant cultural and economic hub of the county.

As of the latest data, Sedgwick County, KS has a median home value of around $160,000. Rent averages approximately $900 per month. The housing market saw a 6% price increase over the past year. Homeownership stands at about 65%, with a vacancy rate of 9%. The average household size is 2.5 individuals. Housing units total approximately 220,000, with about 10,000 new homes constructed annually.

Sedgwick County, KS, hosts various elections, including federal, state, and local races. Key positions include U.S. representatives, state legislators, county commissioners, and local officials. In the November 2020 general election, approximately 257,431 residents were registered to vote, with a turnout of around 71%. Major recent candidates include:

• U.S. House 4th District (2020): Ron Estes (Republican, incumbent) vs. Laura Lombard (Democrat)
• State Senate 27th District: Gene Suellentrop (Republican) vs. Kasha Kelley (Republican primary) and other challengers
• Sedgwick County Commission: Jim Howell (Republican, District 5) vs. Jenifer Jones (Democrat)

For the latest voter registration, absentee ballots, and polling locations, visit the Sedgwick County Elections Office website.

As of recent data, Sedgwick County, KS shows significant educational attainment. Approximately 90.4% of residents 25 and older have a high school diploma or higher, which is comparable to the national average of 88%. About 30.9% of residents hold a bachelor’s degree or higher, slightly lower than the national average of 33.1%. For Kansas as a whole, the percentages are similar, with around 90.9% having completed high school and 33.6% holding a bachelor’s degree or higher. These statistics position Sedgwick County closely aligned with both state and national educational attainment figures, indicating a well-educated population.

As of the latest data, Sedgwick County, KS, has a civilian labor force of approximately 250,000 people. The unemployment rate in the county stands at around 5.0%, fairly consistent with the national average of about 4.8% and slightly higher than the Kansas state average of around 3.8%.

The top industries in Sedgwick County include manufacturing, particularly aerospace, employing about 20% of the workforce; healthcare and social assistance, employing around 15%; and retail trade, employing approximately 12%. Compared to national trends, Sedgwick County has a significantly higher concentration in the manufacturing sector, especially aerospace, while healthcare, retail, and social assistance align closely with both state and national averages.

These figures provide a snapshot of the employment landscape in Sedgwick County, highlighting its unique industrial strengths and areas of economic alignment with broader trends.

As of the latest data, the average household income in Sedgwick County, KS, is approximately $74,000. For comparison, the median household income in the United States is around $68,700, while Kansas has a median household income of approximately $61,600.

This data indicates that Sedgwick County's average income is higher than both the state and national averages.

As of the most recent data available, Sedgwick County, KS, has exhibited various crime rates. Here’s a brief overview:

• Violent Crime Rate: Approx. 473 incidents per 100,000 people
• Property Crime Rate: Approx. 3,109 incidents per 100,000 people

Crime Statistics Table

Note: Figures represent estimates and are subject to change with new data updates.