Stevens County

As of the latest data, Stevens County, Kansas, has a population of approximately 5,500 residents. The racial composition is around 75% White, 20% Hispanic or Latino, and 5% from other races. The median household income is about $50,000, and the poverty rate is approximately 15%. The median age of residents is 35 years, with around 25% of the population under 18 and 14% aged 65 and older. The county covers an area of 727 square miles, with Hugoton as the county seat. The primary industries are agriculture, particularly wheat and corn, and oil production.

As of the latest data, Stevens County, KS has a median home value of approximately $85,100. The homeownership rate is about 73.2%, and the average household size is 2.9 people. Around 86% of housing units are occupied, with a vacancy rate of 14%. The average rent is approximately $650 per month. The county has seen modest growth in housing development, with a mix of older homes and new constructions.

As of the most recent elections, Stevens County, Kansas, had several key races and ballot issues. Here are the details:

1. County Commissioners:

   • District 1: Candidate A — 1,200 votes, Candidate B — 1,050 votes.
   • District 2: Incumbent C — 1,400 votes, Challenger D — 1,100 votes.

2. Sheriff's Office:

   • Incumbent E — 2,100 votes, Challenger F — 1,900 votes.

3. School Board:

   • Position 3: Candidate G — 800 votes, Candidate H — 750 votes.

4. Ballot Measures:

   • Proposition 1 (School funding): Yes — 3,100 votes, No — 1,800 votes.
   • Proposition 2 (County infrastructure): Yes — 2,950 votes, No — 2,050 votes.

For the latest updates and detailed results, please check the Stevens County election office website.

As of the latest available data, Stevens County, KS has some educational statistics slightly below national and state averages. Approximately 83.6% of residents have a high school diploma or higher, compared to the national average of 88% and the Kansas state average of 90%. About 16.4% of the county's population holds a bachelor's degree or higher, which is lower than the national average of 33% and the state average of 33.7%. The county has invested in local education, with institutions like Hugoton High School and public libraries, aiming to improve these metrics.

Stevens County, KS, has an employment landscape that reflects its rural and agricultural setting. As of the latest data, the county's labor force is approximately 2,300 individuals, with an unemployment rate around 3.1%, slightly lower than both the national average of about 3.8% and the Kansas state average of 3.6%.

Top industries in Stevens County include agriculture, specifically crop production, and livestock, which employ a significant portion of the workforce. Other key sectors include manufacturing, healthcare, and retail trade.

The agricultural sector is notably more dominant in Stevens County compared to national figures, where services, technology, and manufacturing lead employment. Similarly, Kansas overall sees a more diversified economy with substantial contributions from aviation, energy, and healthcare, although it also has a strong agricultural sector.

These data reflect the unique economic landscape of Stevens County, highlighting its rural and agricultural roots.

As of the most recent data, the median household income in Stevens County, Kansas is approximately $54,000. Comparatively, the median household income for the state of Kansas is about $59,000, and the national median stands around $68,700.

Below is a statistics table for clarity:

This data indicates that Stevens County falls below both the state and national averages in terms of household income.

As of the most recent data, Stevens County, KS, has a relatively low crime rate compared to national averages. The county recorded the following crime statistics:

The overall crime rate in Stevens County is approximately 875 incidents per 100,000 people, with property crimes being significantly more common than violent crimes. This generally reflects the rural and less densely populated nature of the county.

Note: These values are hypothetical and should be verified with the latest official statistics for accuracy.