Wilson County

As of the 2020 census, Wilson County, KS, has a population of approximately 8,624. The racial composition is predominantly White at around 89.9%, with smaller percentages of other groups: African American (1.4%), Native American (2.7%), Asian (0.3%), and Hispanic or Latino (3.8%). The county's median household income is about $42,536, and the poverty rate stands at approximately 16.4%. The total area of the county is 574 square miles.

As of the latest data, Wilson County, KS, has a median home value of approximately $68,000. The median rent is around $600 per month. Homeownership rate stands at about 75%, with a vacancy rate of 15%. The county has a mix of single-family homes, mobile homes, and some multi-unit structures. The property tax rate is roughly 1.3%. Housing is primarily affordable, catering to both buyers and renters looking for budget-friendly options.

As of the most recent elections in Wilson County, Kansas, the county has a population of approximately 8,500. Key races typically include positions for the Wilson County Board of Commissioners, as well as state and federal elections.

In the 2020 general election, significant positions included the presidency, congressional seats, and local government roles. For example, the Board of Commissioners had seats contested by incumbents and new challengers. Voter turnout in the 2020 general election was about 65%.

For the 2022 mid-term elections, state legislative seats, county officials, and local school board members were on the ballot.

Candidates can vary each election cycle, but common positions include:

• County Clerk: Cathy Cowan
• County Treasurer: Lisa Smith
• Sheriff: Pete Figgins
• County Attorney: Kristi L. Egan

Check the Wilson County official website or the Kansas Secretary of State's site for the most up-to-date election data and candidate lists.

As of the most recent data, Wilson County, KS, has educational attainment levels that show significant room for improvement when compared to state and national averages. Approximately 85.6% of residents have a high school diploma, which is below both the national average of about 88% and the Kansas state average of 90%. Around 13.4% of Wilson County residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher, compared to the national average of 33.1% and the Kansas state average of 32.1%. The lower educational attainment levels in Wilson County can affect economic opportunities and quality of life for its residents, highlighting a need for enhanced educational programs and initiatives.

As of 2021, Wilson County, Kansas had an employment rate of approximately 94%, with around 4,800 individuals employed out of a labor force of 5,100. Key industries include manufacturing, health care, retail trade, and agriculture. The manufacturing sector employs around 20% of the workforce, health care about 15%, and retail trade roughly 13%.

Comparatively, nationally, the largest employment sectors are health care and social assistance (16%), retail trade (10%), and professional, scientific, and technical services (8%). In Kansas, the largest sectors are similarly health care and social assistance (14%), manufacturing (11%), and retail trade (10%).

Wilson County has a higher percentage of employment in manufacturing compared to both state and national averages, aligning with Kansas' broader economic strengths and agricultural heritage.

Sources: Bureau of Labor Statistics, Kansas Department of Labor.

As of the most recent data, the average income for a household in Wilson County, Kansas is approximately $42,000 annually. In comparison, the national average household income stands at around $68,700, while the state average for Kansas is about $60,000. This indicates that Wilson County's average household income is significantly lower than both the national and state averages.

Such disparities highlight the economic challenges faced by residents in Wilson County compared to those on a broader scale in the state and country.

As of recent data, Wilson County, Kansas, reflects the following crime rates, emphasizing both property and violent crimes. The overall crime rate is approximately 27.8 crimes per 1,000 residents annually.

Crime Statistics for Wilson County, KS

These figures suggest Wilson County has a higher inclination towards property crimes compared to violent crimes.