Kearny County, KS
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Kearny County Overview
3,964
TOTAL POPULATION
2,041
MALE POPULATION
1,923
FEMALE POPULATION
106.14
MALES / 100 FEMALES
94.22
FEMALES / 100 MALES
34.9
MEDIAN AGE
3.3
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.9
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$29,465
PER CAPITA INCOME
$71,731
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$68,750
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
36.5%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
63.5¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
$11,781
FAMILY INCOME DEFICIT
0.38
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
1,736
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
59.6%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
2.2%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE
Kearny County Area Codes
Race in Kearny County
The most populous races in Kearny County are White / Caucasian (3,241 | 81.8%), Hispanic or Latino (1,293 | 32.6%), and Some other Race (320 | 8.1%).
| Race | # Population | % Population |
| Asian | 23 | 0.6% |
| Black / African American | 117 | 2.9% |
| Hawaiian / Pacific | 0 | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 1,293 | 32.6% |
| Native / Alaskan | 6 | 0.2% |
| White / Caucasian | 3,241 | 81.8% |
| Two or more Races | 257 | 6.5% |
| Some other Race | 320 | 8.1% |
| Total | 3,964 | 100.0% |
Ancestry in Kearny County
The most populous ancestries reported in Kearny County are Mexican (1,179 | 29.7%), German (636 | 16.0%), English (346 | 8.7%), Irish (251 | 6.3%), and American (71 | 1.8%), together accounting for 62.6% of all Kearny County residents.
| Ancestry | # Population | % Population |
| American | 71 | 1.8% |
| Austrian | 4 | 0.1% |
| British | 40 | 1.0% |
| Burmese | 10 | 0.3% |
| Canadian | 4 | 0.1% |
| Central American | 6 | 0.2% |
| Cherokee | 28 | 0.7% |
| Croatian | 7 | 0.2% |
| Cuban | 1 | 0.0% |
| Czech | 29 | 0.7% |
| Danish | 7 | 0.2% |
| Dutch | 51 | 1.3% |
| English | 346 | 8.7% |
| European | 62 | 1.6% |
| French | 9 | 0.2% |
| French Canadian | 24 | 0.6% |
| German | 636 | 16.0% |
| Guatemalan | 6 | 0.2% |
| Hungarian | 15 | 0.4% |
| Irish | 251 | 6.3% |
| Italian | 29 | 0.7% |
| Korean | 13 | 0.3% |
| Lithuanian | 4 | 0.1% |
| Mexican | 1,179 | 29.7% |
| Polish | 38 | 1.0% |
| Puerto Rican | 13 | 0.3% |
| Russian | 5 | 0.1% |
| Scottish | 20 | 0.5% |
| Swedish | 29 | 0.7% |
| Swiss | 13 | 0.3% |
| Welsh | 2 | 0.1% | View All 31 Rows |
Immigrants in Kearny County
The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Kearny County came from Central America (438 | 11.1%), Latin America (438 | 11.1%), Mexico (432 | 10.9%), Asia (23 | 0.6%), and Eastern Europe (15 | 0.4%), together accounting for 34.0% of all Kearny County residents.
| Immigration Origin | # Population | % Population |
| Asia | 23 | 0.6% |
| Canada | 10 | 0.3% |
| Central America | 438 | 11.1% |
| Eastern Asia | 10 | 0.3% |
| Eastern Europe | 15 | 0.4% |
| Europe | 15 | 0.4% |
| Guatemala | 6 | 0.2% |
| Hungary | 15 | 0.4% |
| Korea | 10 | 0.3% |
| Latin America | 438 | 11.1% |
| Mexico | 432 | 10.9% |
| Philippines | 13 | 0.3% |
| South Eastern Asia | 13 | 0.3% | View All 13 Rows |
Sex and Age in Kearny County
Sex and Age in Kearny County
The most populous age groups in Kearny County are 10 to 14 Years (271 | 13.3%) for men and 5 to 9 Years (182 | 9.5%) for women.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 115 (5.6%) | 171 (8.9%) |
| 5 to 9 Years | 153 (7.5%) | 182 (9.5%) |
| 10 to 14 Years | 271 (13.3%) | 136 (7.1%) |
| 15 to 19 Years | 162 (7.9%) | 124 (6.5%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 149 (7.3%) | 140 (7.3%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 80 (3.9%) | 44 (2.3%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 111 (5.4%) | 157 (8.2%) |
| 35 to 39 Years | 150 (7.3%) | 57 (3.0%) |
| 40 to 44 Years | 105 (5.1%) | 139 (7.2%) |
| 45 to 49 Years | 95 (4.6%) | 122 (6.3%) |
| 50 to 54 Years | 126 (6.2%) | 100 (5.2%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 179 (8.8%) | 92 (4.8%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 90 (4.4%) | 78 (4.1%) |
| 65 to 69 Years | 85 (4.2%) | 100 (5.2%) |
| 70 to 74 Years | 76 (3.7%) | 108 (5.6%) |
| 75 to 79 Years | 38 (1.9%) | 77 (4.0%) |
| 80 to 84 Years | 33 (1.6%) | 22 (1.1%) |
| 85 Years and over | 23 (1.1%) | 74 (3.8%) |
| Total | 2,041 (100.0%) | 1,923 (100.0%) |
Families and Households in Kearny County
Median Family Size in Kearny County
The median family size in Kearny County is 3.28 persons per family, with single female/mother families (162 | 15.4%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.91 persons per family. On the other hand, married-couple families (812 | 77.0%) represent the smallest median family size with 3.15 persons per family.
| Family Type | # Families | Family Size |
| Married-Couple | 812 (77.0%) | 3.15 |
| Single Male/Father | 80 (7.6%) | 3.31 |
| Single Female/Mother | 162 (15.4%) | 3.91 |
| Total Families | 1,054 (100.0%) | 3.28 |
Median Household Size in Kearny County
The median household size in Kearny County is 2.88 persons per household, with single female/mother households (162 | 12.0%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.92 persons per household. non-family households (298 | 22.0%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.39 persons per household.
| Household Type | # Households | Household Size |
| Married-Couple | 812 (60.1%) | 3.16 |
| Single Male/Father | 80 (5.9%) | 3.39 |
| Single Female/Mother | 162 (12.0%) | 3.92 |
| Non-family | 298 (22.0%) | 1.39 |
| Total Households | 1,352 (100.0%) | 2.88 |
Household Size by Marriage Status in Kearny County
Out of a total of 1,352 households in Kearny County, 1,054 (78.0%) are family households, while 298 (22.0%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 508, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 235.
| Household Size | Family Households | Nonfamily Households |
| 1-Person Households | - | 235 (17.4%) |
| 2-Person Households | 508 (37.6%) | 44 (3.3%) |
| 3-Person Households | 209 (15.5%) | 19 (1.4%) |
| 4-Person Households | 176 (13.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5-Person Households | 101 (7.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6-Person Households | 54 (4.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 7+ Person Households | 6 (0.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 1,054 (78.0%) | 298 (22.0%) |
Female Fertility in Kearny County
Fertility by Age in Kearny County
Average fertility rate in Kearny County is 150.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 355.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 100.0% of all women with births.
| Age Bracket | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| 15 to 19 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| 20 to 34 years | 121 (100.0%) | 355.0 |
| 35 to 50 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| Total | 121 (100.0%) | 150.0 |
Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Kearny County
68.6% of women with births (121) in Kearny County are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 20 to 34 years age bracket with 31.4% of them unmarried at the time of birth, while the lowest percentage of unmarried women with births belong to 20 to 34 years age bracket with 31.4% of them unmarried.
| Age Bracket | Married | Unmarried |
| 15 to 19 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 20 to 34 years | 83 (68.6%) | 38 (31.4%) |
| 35 to 50 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 83 (68.6%) | 38 (31.4%) |
Fertility by Education in Kearny County
Average fertility rate in Kearny County is 150.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of less than high school have the highest fertility rate of 247.0 births per 1,000 women, while women with the education attainment of high school diploma have the lowest fertility at 16.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of less than high school represent 43.8% of all women with births.
| Educational Attainment | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| Less than High School | 53 (43.8%) | 247.0 |
| High School Diploma | 4 (3.3%) | 16.0 |
| College or Associate's Degree | 37 (30.6%) | 214.0 |
| Bachelor's Degree | 18 (14.9%) | 200.0 |
| Graduate Degree | 9 (7.4%) | 127.0 |
| Total | 121 (100.0%) | 150.0 |
Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Kearny County
31.4% of women with births in Kearny County are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of high school diploma are most likely to be married with 100.0% of them married at childbirth, while women with the educational attainment of less than high school are least likely to be married with 71.7% of them unmarried at childbirth.
| Educational Attainment | Married | Unmarried |
| Less than High School | 15 (28.3%) | 38 (71.7%) |
| High School Diploma | 4 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| College or Associate's Degree | 37 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Bachelor's Degree | 18 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Graduate Degree | 9 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 83 (68.6%) | 38 (31.4%) |
Income in Kearny County
Income Overview in Kearny County
Per Capita Income in Kearny County is $29,465, while median incomes of families and households are $71,731 and $68,750 respectively.
| Characteristic | Number | Measure |
| Per Capita Income | 3,964 | $29,465 |
| Median Family Income | 1,054 | $71,731 |
| Mean Family Income | 1,054 | $84,271 |
| Median Household Income | 1,352 | $68,750 |
| Mean Household Income | 1,352 | $83,545 |
| Income Deficit | 1,054 | $11,781 |
| Wage / Income Gap (%) | 3,964 | 36.51% |
| Wage / Income Gap ($) | 3,964 | 63.49¢ per $1 |
| Gini / Inequality Index | 3,964 | 0.38 |
Earnings by Sex in Kearny County
Average Earnings in Kearny County are $40,909, $46,464 for men and $29,500 for women, a difference of 36.5%.
| Sex | Number | Average Earnings |
| Male | 1,108 (60.7%) | $46,464 |
| Female | 718 (39.3%) | $29,500 |
| Total | 1,826 (100.0%) | $40,909 |
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Kearny County
The most common earnings brackets in Kearny County are $100,000+ for men (240 | 21.7%) and $2,499 or less for women (81 | 11.3%).
| Income | Male | Female |
| $2,499 or less | 102 (9.2%) | 81 (11.3%) |
| $2,500 to $4,999 | 24 (2.2%) | 4 (0.6%) |
| $5,000 to $7,499 | 48 (4.3%) | 18 (2.5%) |
| $7,500 to $9,999 | 1 (0.1%) | 67 (9.3%) |
| $10,000 to $12,499 | 15 (1.3%) | 15 (2.1%) |
| $12,500 to $14,999 | 5 (0.4%) | 1 (0.1%) |
| $15,000 to $17,499 | 12 (1.1%) | 32 (4.5%) |
| $17,500 to $19,999 | 21 (1.9%) | 5 (0.7%) |
| $20,000 to $22,499 | 10 (0.9%) | 32 (4.5%) |
| $22,500 to $24,999 | 35 (3.2%) | 59 (8.2%) |
| $25,000 to $29,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 49 (6.8%) |
| $30,000 to $34,999 | 132 (11.9%) | 5 (0.7%) |
| $35,000 to $39,999 | 47 (4.2%) | 73 (10.2%) |
| $40,000 to $44,999 | 61 (5.5%) | 67 (9.3%) |
| $45,000 to $49,999 | 99 (8.9%) | 18 (2.5%) |
| $50,000 to $54,999 | 22 (2.0%) | 55 (7.7%) |
| $55,000 to $64,999 | 89 (8.0%) | 52 (7.2%) |
| $65,000 to $74,999 | 66 (6.0%) | 27 (3.8%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 79 (7.1%) | 19 (2.6%) |
| $100,000+ | 240 (21.7%) | 39 (5.4%) |
| Total | 1,108 (100.0%) | 718 (100.0%) |
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Kearny County
Average earnings in Kearny County are $55,400 for men and $36,983 for women, a difference of 33.2%. Men with an educational attainment of high school diploma enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $70,865, while those with less than high school education earn the least with $46,414. Women with an educational attainment of high school diploma earn the most with the average annual earnings of $39,347, while those with less than high school education have the smallest earnings of $9,054.
| Educational Attainment | Male Income | Female Income |
| Less than High School | $46,414 | $9,054 |
| High School Diploma | $70,865 | $39,347 |
| College or Associate's Degree | $50,583 | $0 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $63,542 | $37,375 |
| Graduate Degree | - | - |
| Total | $55,400 | $36,983 |
Family Income in Kearny County
Family Income Brackets in Kearny County
According to the Kearny County family income data, there are 226 families falling into the $100,000 to $149,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 21.4% of all families. Conversely, the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 13 families (1.2%) belonging to this category.
| Income Bracket | # Families | % Families |
| Less than $10,000 | 56 | 5.3% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 13 | 1.2% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 67 | 6.4% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 51 | 4.8% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 183 | 17.4% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 195 | 18.5% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 123 | 11.7% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 226 | 21.4% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 106 | 10.1% |
| $200,000+ | 34 | 3.2% |
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Kearny County
2-person families (508 | 48.2%) account for the highest median family income in Kearny County with $89,167 per family, while 2-person families (508 | 48.2%) have the highest median income of $44,584 per family member.
| Income Bracket | # Families | Median Income |
| 2-Person Families | 508 (48.2%) | $89,167 |
| 3-Person Families | 209 (19.8%) | $53,631 |
| 4-Person Families | 183 (17.4%) | $58,681 |
| 5-Person Families | 94 (8.9%) | $0 |
| 6-Person Families | 60 (5.7%) | $0 |
| 7+ Person Families | 0 (0.0%) | $0 |
| Total | 1,054 (100.0%) | $71,731 |
Family Income by Number of Earners in Kearny County
The median family income in Kearny County is $71,731, with families comprising 3+ earners (55) having the highest median family income of $119,688, while families with 1 earner (427) have the lowest median family income of $41,063, accounting for 5.2% and 40.5% of families, respectively.
| Number of Earners | # Families | Median Income |
| No Earners | 138 (13.1%) | $55,000 |
| 1 Earner | 427 (40.5%) | $41,063 |
| 2 Earners | 434 (41.2%) | $106,750 |
| 3+ Earners | 55 (5.2%) | $119,688 |
| Total | 1,054 (100.0%) | $71,731 |
Household Income in Kearny County
Household Income Brackets in Kearny County
With 304 households falling in the category, the $100,000 to $149,999 income range is the most frequent in Kearny County, accounting for 22.5% of all households. In contrast, only 30 households (2.2%) fall into the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Less than $10,000 | 64 | 4.7% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 30 | 2.2% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 100 | 7.4% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 80 | 5.9% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 224 | 16.6% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 224 | 16.6% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 137 | 10.1% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 304 | 22.5% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 149 | 11.0% |
| $200,000+ | 41 | 3.0% |
Household Income by Householder Age in Kearny County
The median household income in Kearny County is $68,750, with the highest median household income of $99,375 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 478 households (35.4%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $45,000, with 98 households (7.2%) in this group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | Median Income |
| 15 to 24 Years | 98 (7.2%) | $45,000 |
| 25 to 44 Years | 396 (29.3%) | $71,429 |
| 45 to 64 Years | 478 (35.4%) | $99,375 |
| 65+ Years | 380 (28.1%) | $52,703 |
| Total | 1,352 (100.0%) | $68,750 |
Poverty in Kearny County
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Kearny County
With 10.2% poverty level for males and 21.4% for females among the residents of Kearny County, 6 to 11 year old males and 5 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 64 males (37.7%) and 4 females (80.0%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 18 (17.5%) | 67 (39.2%) |
| 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 4 (80.0%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 64 (37.7%) | 87 (44.2%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 27 (23.3%) |
| 15 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 15 (15.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 55 (25.8%) | 39 (19.7%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 5 (2.7%) | 37 (18.6%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 17 (6.8%) | 42 (21.4%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 6 (2.8%) | 26 (11.7%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 5 (1.9%) | 36 (21.2%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 14 (8.7%) | 37 (17.8%) |
| 75 Years and over | 3 (3.9%) | 3 (2.0%) |
| Total | 202 (10.2%) | 405 (21.4%) |
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Kearny County
According to the poverty statistics in Kearny County, males aged 5 years and females aged 15 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 100.0% of males and 100.0% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 85 (82.5%) | 104 (60.8%) |
| 5 Years | 43 (100.0%) | 1 (20.0%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 106 (62.4%) | 110 (55.8%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 211 (100.0%) | 89 (76.7%) |
| 15 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 24 (100.0%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 81 (84.4%) | 40 (100.0%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 158 (74.2%) | 159 (80.3%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 182 (97.3%) | 162 (81.4%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 232 (93.2%) | 154 (78.6%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 212 (97.3%) | 196 (88.3%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 252 (98.1%) | 134 (78.8%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 147 (91.3%) | 171 (82.2%) |
| 75 Years and over | 74 (96.1%) | 147 (98.0%) |
| Total | 1,783 (89.8%) | 1,491 (78.6%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Kearny County
The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Kearny County show that 3.3% or 27 of the total 812 families live below the poverty line. Families with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate of 7.9%, comprising of 24 families. On the other hand, families with no children have the lowest poverty rate of 0.0%, which includes 0 families.
| Children | Above Poverty | Below Poverty |
| No Children | 467 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 279 (92.1%) | 24 (7.9%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 39 (92.9%) | 3 (7.1%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 785 (96.7%) | 27 (3.3%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Kearny County
| Children | Single Father | Single Mother |
| No Children | 0 (0.0%) | 7 (25.9%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 55 (83.3%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 40 (58.0%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 0 (0.0%) | 102 (63.0%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Kearny County
The poverty data for Kearny County shows that 27 of the married-couple family households (3.3%) and 102 of the single-parent households (42.1%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 24 households (7.9%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 55 household (73.3%) living below poverty.
| Children | Married-Couple Families | Single-Parent Households |
| No Children | 0 (0.0%) | 7 (8.1%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 24 (7.9%) | 55 (73.3%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 3 (7.1%) | 40 (49.4%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 27 (3.3%) | 102 (42.1%) |
Employment Characteristics in Kearny County
Employment by Class of Employer in Kearny County
Among the 1,680 employed individuals in Kearny County, private company employees (1,021 | 60.8%), self-employed (not incorporated) (273 | 16.3%), and local government employees (179 | 10.6%) make up the most common classes of employment.
| Employer Class | # Employees | % Employees |
| Private Company Employees | 1,021 | 60.8% |
| Self-Employed (Incorporated) | 60 | 3.6% |
| Self-Employed (Not Incorporated) | 273 | 16.3% |
| Not-for-profit Organizations | 63 | 3.7% |
| Local Government Employees | 179 | 10.6% |
| State Government Employees | 84 | 5.0% |
| Federal Government Employees | 0 | 0.0% |
| Unpaid Family Workers | 0 | 0.0% |
| Total | 1,680 | 100.0% |
Employment Status by Age in Kearny County
According to the labor force statistics for Kearny County, out of the total population over 16 years of age (2,912), 59.6% or 1,736 individuals are in the labor force, with 2.2% or 38 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 30 to 34 years, with 86.9% or 233 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 16 to 19 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 12.4% or 17 of them being unemployed.
| Age Bracket | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| 16 to 19 Years | 137 (52.3%) | 17 (12.4%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 192 (66.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 101 (81.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 233 (86.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 371 (82.3%) | 15 (4.0%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 346 (78.1%) | 7 (2.0%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 176 (64.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 72 (42.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 100 (27.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 8 (3.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 1,736 (59.6%) | 38 (2.2%) |
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Kearny County
According to labor force statistics for Kearny County, 75.3% of individuals (1,299) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (1,725) are in the labor force, with 1.7% or 22 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of bachelor's degree or higher, with 81.7% or 246 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with high school diploma education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 4.4% or 22 of them being unemployed.
| Educational Attainment | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| Less than High School | 245 (68.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| High School Diploma | 496 (74.8%) | 29 (4.4%) |
| College / Associate Degree | 312 (77.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 246 (81.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 1,299 (75.3%) | 29 (1.7%) |
Employment Occupations by Sex in Kearny County
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations
The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Kearny County are Management (325 | 19.2%), Community & Social Service (121 | 7.1%), Education Instruction & Library (98 | 5.8%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (58 | 3.4%), and Business & Financial (41 | 2.4%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex
Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Kearny County, the most male-oriented occupations are Computers, Engineering & Science (100.0%), Computers & Mathematics (100.0%), and Architecture & Engineering (100.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Health Technologists (100.0%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (93.1%), and Education, Arts & Media (91.7%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Management | 257 (79.1%) | 68 (20.9%) |
| Business & Financial | 9 (22.0%) | 32 (78.0%) |
| Computers, Engineering & Science | 10 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Computers & Mathematics | 3 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Architecture & Engineering | 7 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Life, Physical & Social Science | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Community & Social Service | 41 (33.9%) | 80 (66.1%) |
| Education, Arts & Media | 1 (8.3%) | 11 (91.7%) |
| Legal Services & Support | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Education Instruction & Library | 29 (29.6%) | 69 (70.4%) |
| Arts, Media & Entertainment | 11 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Health Diagnosing & Treating | 4 (6.9%) | 54 (93.1%) |
| Health Technologists | 0 (0.0%) | 40 (100.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 321 (57.8%) | 234 (42.2%) |
| Total (Overall) | 1,072 (63.2%) | 625 (36.8%) |
Services Occupations
The most common Services occupations in Kearny County are Food Preparation & Serving (89 | 5.2%), Cleaning & Maintenance (55 | 3.2%), Personal Care & Service (39 | 2.3%), Security & Protection (23 | 1.4%), and Law Enforcement (23 | 1.4%).
Services Occupations by Sex
Within the Services occupations in Kearny County, the most male-oriented occupations are Personal Care & Service (84.6%), Cleaning & Maintenance (69.1%), and Security & Protection (52.2%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (100.0%), Food Preparation & Serving (84.3%), and Security & Protection (47.8%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Healthcare Support | 0 (0.0%) | 17 (100.0%) |
| Security & Protection | 12 (52.2%) | 11 (47.8%) |
| Firefighting & Prevention | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Law Enforcement | 12 (52.2%) | 11 (47.8%) |
| Food Preparation & Serving | 14 (15.7%) | 75 (84.3%) |
| Cleaning & Maintenance | 38 (69.1%) | 17 (30.9%) |
| Personal Care & Service | 33 (84.6%) | 6 (15.4%) |
| Total (Category) | 97 (43.5%) | 126 (56.5%) |
| Total (Overall) | 1,072 (63.2%) | 625 (36.8%) |
Sales and Office Occupations
The most common Sales and Office occupations in Kearny County are Office & Administration (157 | 9.2%), and Sales & Related (119 | 7.0%).
Sales and Office Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Sales & Related | 50 (42.0%) | 69 (58.0%) |
| Office & Administration | 27 (17.2%) | 130 (82.8%) |
| Total (Category) | 77 (27.9%) | 199 (72.1%) |
| Total (Overall) | 1,072 (63.2%) | 625 (36.8%) |
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations
The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Kearny County are Farming, Fishing & Forestry (222 | 13.1%), Construction & Extraction (101 | 5.9%), and Installation, Maintenance & Repair (63 | 3.7%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Farming, Fishing & Forestry | 208 (93.7%) | 14 (6.3%) |
| Construction & Extraction | 101 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Installation, Maintenance & Repair | 63 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 372 (96.4%) | 14 (3.6%) |
| Total (Overall) | 1,072 (63.2%) | 625 (36.8%) |
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations
The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Kearny County are Transportation (135 | 8.0%), Material Moving (70 | 4.1%), and Production (52 | 3.1%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Production | 36 (69.2%) | 16 (30.8%) |
| Transportation | 99 (73.3%) | 36 (26.7%) |
| Material Moving | 70 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 205 (79.8%) | 52 (20.2%) |
| Total (Overall) | 1,072 (63.2%) | 625 (36.8%) |
Employment Industries by Sex in Kearny County
Employment Industries in Kearny County
The major employment industries in Kearny County include Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (381 | 22.5%), Retail Trade (256 | 15.1%), Transportation & Warehousing (175 | 10.3%), Educational Services (150 | 8.8%), and Accommodation & Food Services (112 | 6.6%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Kearny County
The Kearny County industries that see more men than women are Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction (100.0%), Construction (100.0%), and Utilities (100.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Enterprise Management (100.0%), Health Care & Social Assistance (90.5%), and Professional & Scientific (85.2%).
| Industry | Male | Female |
| Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting | 346 (90.8%) | 35 (9.2%) |
| Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction | 67 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Construction | 108 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Manufacturing | 44 (75.9%) | 14 (24.1%) |
| Wholesale Trade | 21 (87.5%) | 3 (12.5%) |
| Retail Trade | 133 (51.9%) | 123 (48.0%) |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 116 (66.3%) | 59 (33.7%) |
| Utilities | 22 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Information | 11 (68.8%) | 5 (31.2%) |
| Finance & Insurance | 16 (42.1%) | 22 (57.9%) |
| Real Estate, Rental & Leasing | 4 (21.0%) | 15 (78.9%) |
| Professional & Scientific | 4 (14.8%) | 23 (85.2%) |
| Enterprise Management | 0 (0.0%) | 5 (100.0%) |
| Administrative & Support | 8 (53.3%) | 7 (46.7%) |
| Educational Services | 35 (23.3%) | 115 (76.7%) |
| Health Care & Social Assistance | 10 (9.5%) | 95 (90.5%) |
| Arts, Entertainment & Recreation | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Accommodation & Food Services | 61 (54.5%) | 51 (45.5%) |
| Public Administration | 17 (36.2%) | 30 (63.8%) |
| Total | 1,072 (63.2%) | 625 (36.8%) |
Education in Kearny County
School Enrollment in Kearny County
The most common levels of schooling among the 1,039 students in Kearny County are high school (328 | 31.6%), elementary school (266 | 25.6%), and middle school (254 | 24.4%).
| School Level | # Students | % Students |
| Nursery / Preschool | 47 | 4.5% |
| Kindergarten | 81 | 7.8% |
| Elementary School | 266 | 25.6% |
| Middle School | 254 | 24.4% |
| High School | 328 | 31.6% |
| College / Undergraduate | 39 | 3.7% |
| Graduate / Professional | 24 | 2.3% |
| Total | 1,039 | 100.0% |
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Kearny County
Out of a total of 1,039 students who are enrolled in schools in Kearny County, 87 (8.4%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 952 (91.6%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 35 years and over has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 9 (100.0% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 15 to 17 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 156 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
| Age Bracket | Public School | Private School |
| 3 to 4 Year Olds | 19 (51.3%) | 18 (48.6%) |
| 5 to 9 Year Old | 321 (98.2%) | 6 (1.8%) |
| 10 to 14 Year Olds | 363 (89.2%) | 44 (10.8%) |
| 15 to 17 Year Olds | 156 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 19 Year Olds | 50 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 20 to 24 Year Olds | 22 (71.0%) | 9 (29.0%) |
| 25 to 34 Year Olds | 21 (95.5%) | 1 (4.5%) |
| 35 Years and over | 0 (0.0%) | 9 (100.0%) |
| Total | 952 (91.6%) | 87 (8.4%) |
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Kearny County
Education (101 | 22.4%), business (86 | 19.1%), bio, nature & agricultural (60 | 13.3%), physical & health sciences (52 | 11.6%), and arts & humanities (50 | 11.1%) are the most common fields of study among 450 individuals in Kearny County who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
| Field of Study | # Graduates | % Graduates |
| Computers & Mathematics | 0 | 0.0% |
| Bio, Nature & Agricultural | 60 | 13.3% |
| Physical & Health Sciences | 52 | 11.6% |
| Psychology | 18 | 4.0% |
| Social Sciences | 0 | 0.0% |
| Engineering | 0 | 0.0% |
| Multidisciplinary Studies | 0 | 0.0% |
| Science & Technology | 11 | 2.4% |
| Business | 86 | 19.1% |
| Education | 101 | 22.4% |
| Literature & Languages | 15 | 3.3% |
| Liberal Arts & History | 35 | 7.8% |
| Visual & Performing Arts | 1 | 0.2% |
| Communications | 21 | 4.7% |
| Arts & Humanities | 50 | 11.1% |
| Total | 450 | 100.0% |
Transportation & Commute in Kearny County
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Kearny County
The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Kearny County are males with 2 vehicles (505, accounting for 47.9%) and females with 2 vehicles (246, making up 80.8%).
| Vehicles Available | Male | Female |
| No Vehicle | 7 (0.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 90 (8.5%) | 102 (16.3%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 505 (47.9%) | 246 (39.4%) |
| 3 Vehicles | 217 (20.6%) | 189 (30.2%) |
| 4 Vehicles | 101 (9.6%) | 63 (10.1%) |
| 5 or more Vehicles | 135 (12.8%) | 25 (4.0%) |
| Total | 1,055 (100.0%) | 625 (100.0%) |
Commute Time in Kearny County
The most frequently occuring commute durations in Kearny County are 5 to 9 minutes (290 commuters, 19.4%), 20 to 24 minutes (273 commuters, 18.2%), and less than 5 minutes (235 commuters, 15.7%).
| Commute Time | # Commuters | % Commuters |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 235 | 15.7% |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 290 | 19.4% |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 170 | 11.3% |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 120 | 8.0% |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 273 | 18.2% |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 40 | 2.7% |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 105 | 7.0% |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 60 | 4.0% |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 66 | 4.4% |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 32 | 2.1% |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 43 | 2.9% |
| 90 or more Minutes | 65 | 4.3% |
Commute Time by Sex in Kearny County
The most common commute times in Kearny County are 5 to 9 minutes (199 commuters, 21.3%) for males and 10 to 14 minutes (114 commuters, 20.1%) for females.
| Commute Time | Male | Female |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 133 (14.3%) | 102 (18.0%) |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 199 (21.3%) | 91 (16.1%) |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 56 (6.0%) | 114 (20.1%) |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 86 (9.2%) | 34 (6.0%) |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 195 (20.9%) | 78 (13.8%) |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 32 (3.4%) | 8 (1.4%) |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 68 (7.3%) | 37 (6.5%) |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 0 (0.0%) | 60 (10.6%) |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 54 (5.8%) | 12 (2.1%) |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 19 (2.0%) | 13 (2.3%) |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 28 (3.0%) | 15 (2.6%) |
| 90 or more Minutes | 62 (6.7%) | 3 (0.5%) |
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Kearny County
The most frequent times of departure to work in Kearny County are 6:00 AM to 6:29 AM (154, 16.5%) for males and 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM (140, 24.7%) for females.
| Time of Departure | Male | Female |
| 12:00 AM to 4:59 AM | 120 (12.9%) | 17 (3.0%) |
| 5:00 AM to 5:29 AM | 104 (11.2%) | 9 (1.6%) |
| 5:30 AM to 5:59 AM | 99 (10.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6:00 AM to 6:29 AM | 154 (16.5%) | 22 (3.9%) |
| 6:30 AM to 6:59 AM | 105 (11.3%) | 97 (17.1%) |
| 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM | 100 (10.7%) | 91 (16.1%) |
| 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM | 72 (7.7%) | 140 (24.7%) |
| 8:00 AM to 8:29 AM | 101 (10.8%) | 60 (10.6%) |
| 8:30 AM to 8:59 AM | 2 (0.2%) | 23 (4.1%) |
| 9:00 AM to 9:59 AM | 6 (0.6%) | 1 (0.2%) |
| 10:00 AM to 10:59 AM | 4 (0.4%) | 17 (3.0%) |
| 11:00 AM to 11:59 AM | 0 (0.0%) | 2 (0.4%) |
| 12:00 PM to 3:59 PM | 16 (1.7%) | 14 (2.5%) |
| 4:00 PM to 11:59 PM | 49 (5.3%) | 74 (13.1%) |
| Total | 932 (100.0%) | 567 (100.0%) |
Housing Occupancy in Kearny County
Occupancy by Ownership in Kearny County
Of the total 1,352 dwellings in Kearny County, owner-occupied units account for 926 (68.5%), while renter-occupied units make up 426 (31.5%).
| Occupancy | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Owner Occupied Housing Units | 926 | 68.5% |
| Renter-Occupied Housing Units | 426 | 31.5% |
| Total Occupied Housing Units | 1,352 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Household Size in Kearny County
| Household Size | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| 1-Person Household | 235 | 17.4% |
| 2-Person Household | 552 | 40.8% |
| 3-Person Household | 228 | 16.9% |
| 4+ Person Household | 337 | 24.9% |
| Total Housing Units | 1,352 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Kearny County
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1-Person Household | 164 (69.8%) | 71 (30.2%) |
| 2-Person Household | 426 (77.2%) | 126 (22.8%) |
| 3-Person Household | 121 (53.1%) | 107 (46.9%) |
| 4+ Person Household | 215 (63.8%) | 122 (36.2%) |
| Total Housing Units | 926 (68.5%) | 426 (31.5%) |
Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Kearny County
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than High School | 110 (48.5%) | 117 (51.5%) |
| High School Diploma | 388 (73.6%) | 139 (26.4%) |
| College/Associate Degree | 262 (66.0%) | 135 (34.0%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 166 (82.6%) | 35 (17.4%) |
Occupancy by Age of Householder in Kearny County
| Age Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Under 35 Years | 301 | 22.3% |
| 35 to 44 Years | 193 | 14.3% |
| 45 to 54 Years | 197 | 14.6% |
| 55 to 64 Years | 281 | 20.8% |
| 65 to 74 Years | 224 | 16.6% |
| 75 to 84 Years | 78 | 5.8% |
| 85 Years and Over | 78 | 5.8% |
| Total | 1,352 | 100.0% |
Housing Finances in Kearny County
Median Income by Occupancy in Kearny County
| Occupancy Type | # Households | Median Income |
| Owner-Occupied | 926 (68.5%) | $83,851 |
| Renter-Occupied | 426 (31.5%) | $52,857 |
| Average | 1,352 (100.0%) | $68,750 |
Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Kearny County
| Income Bracket | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $5,000 | 15 (1.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $5,000 to $9,999 | 1 (0.1%) | 48 (11.3%) |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 3 (0.3%) | 27 (6.3%) |
| $15,000 to $19,999 | 36 (3.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $20,000 to $24,999 | 20 (2.2%) | 44 (10.3%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 80 (8.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 134 (14.5%) | 90 (21.1%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 140 (15.1%) | 84 (19.7%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 121 (13.1%) | 15 (3.5%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 270 (29.2%) | 34 (8.0%) |
| $150,000 or more | 106 (11.5%) | 84 (19.7%) |
| Total | 926 (100.0%) | 426 (100.0%) |
Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Kearny County
| Monthly Cost | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $300 | 71 (7.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $300 to $499 | 152 (16.4%) | 27 (6.3%) |
| $500 to $799 | 223 (24.1%) | 76 (17.8%) |
| $800 to $999 | 174 (18.8%) | 70 (16.4%) |
| $1,000 to $1,499 | 127 (13.7%) | 127 (29.8%) |
| $1,500 to $1,999 | 89 (9.6%) | 41 (9.6%) |
| $2,000 to $2,499 | 41 (4.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $2,500 to $2,999 | 25 (2.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $3,000 or more | 24 (2.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 926 (100.0%) | 426 (100.0%) |
Physical Housing Characteristics in Kearny County
Housing Structures in Kearny County
| Structure Type | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Single Unit, Detached | 1,064 | 78.7% |
| Single Unit, Attached | 6 | 0.4% |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 26 | 1.9% |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 12 | 0.9% |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 41 | 3.0% |
| 10 or more Apartments | 0 | 0.0% |
| Mobile Home / Other | 203 | 15.0% |
| Total | 1,352 | 100.0% |
Housing Structures by Occupancy in Kearny County
| Structure Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Single Unit, Detached | 799 (75.1%) | 265 (24.9%) |
| Single Unit, Attached | 6 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 26 (100.0%) |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 12 (100.0%) |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 41 (100.0%) |
| 10 or more Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Mobile Home / Other | 121 (59.6%) | 82 (40.4%) |
| Total | 926 (68.5%) | 426 (31.5%) |
Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Kearny County
| Number of Rooms | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1 Room | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 2 or 3 Rooms | 0 (0.0%) | 63 (14.8%) |
| 4 or 5 Rooms | 239 (25.8%) | 122 (28.6%) |
| 6 or 7 Rooms | 399 (43.1%) | 140 (32.9%) |
| 8 or more Rooms | 288 (31.1%) | 101 (23.7%) |
| Total | 926 (100.0%) | 426 (100.0%) |
Housing Structure by Heating Type in Kearny County
| Heating Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Utility Gas | 663 (71.6%) | 251 (58.9%) |
| Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas | 123 (13.3%) | 21 (4.9%) |
| Electricity | 139 (15.0%) | 141 (33.1%) |
| Fuel Oil or Kerosene | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Coal or Coke | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| All other Fuels | 1 (0.1%) | 13 (3.0%) |
| No Fuel Used | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 926 (100.0%) | 426 (100.0%) |
Household Vehicle Usage in Kearny County
| Vehicles per Household | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| No Vehicle | 15 (1.6%) | 22 (5.2%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 162 (17.5%) | 143 (33.6%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 333 (36.0%) | 200 (46.9%) |
| 3 or more Vehicles | 416 (44.9%) | 61 (14.3%) |
| Total | 926 (100.0%) | 426 (100.0%) |
Real Estate & Mortgages in Kearny County
Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Kearny County
| Characteristic | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Housing Units | 596 | 330 |
| Median Property Value | $115,500 | $189,900 |
| Median Household Income | $54,865 | $73 |
| Monthly Housing Costs | $569 | $24 |
| Real Estate Taxes | $1,870 | $3 |
Property Value by Mortgage Status in Kearny County
| Property Value | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $50,000 | 150 (25.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $50,000 to $99,999 | 122 (20.5%) | 22 (6.7%) |
| $100,000 to $299,999 | 262 (44.0%) | 257 (77.9%) |
| $300,000 to $499,999 | 56 (9.4%) | 48 (14.5%) |
| $500,000 to $749,999 | 1 (0.2%) | 3 (0.9%) |
| $750,000 to $999,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $1,000,000 or more | 5 (0.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 596 (100.0%) | 330 (100.0%) |
Household Income by Mortgage Status in Kearny County
| Household Income | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $10,000 | 16 (2.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $10,000 to $24,999 | 46 (7.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 62 (10.4%) | 13 (3.9%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 134 (22.5%) | 18 (5.4%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 133 (22.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 84 (14.1%) | 7 (2.1%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 88 (14.8%) | 37 (11.2%) |
| $150,000 or more | 33 (5.5%) | 182 (55.1%) |
| Total | 596 (100.0%) | 330 (100.0%) |
Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Kearny County
| Value-to-Income Ratio | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than 2.0x | 328 (55.0%) | 117,589 (35,633.0%) |
| 2.0x to 2.9x | 127 (21.3%) | 236 (71.5%) |
| 3.0x to 3.9x | 59 (9.9%) | 27 (8.2%) |
| 4.0x or more | 82 (13.8%) | 39 (11.8%) |
| Total | 596 (100.0%) | 330 (100.0%) |
Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Kearny County
| Property Taxes | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $800 | 159 (26.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 80 (13.4%) | 17 (5.1%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 316 (53.0%) | 123 (37.3%) |
| Total | 596 (100.0%) | 330 (100.0%) |
Health & Disability in Kearny County
Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Kearny County
| Age Bracket | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under 6 Years | 304 (91.0%) | 30 (9.0%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 883 (97.4%) | 24 (2.6%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 289 (67.4%) | 140 (32.6%) |
| 26 to 34 Years | 235 (74.6%) | 80 (25.4%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 354 (79.5%) | 91 (20.4%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 305 (69.3%) | 135 (30.7%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 392 (91.8%) | 35 (8.2%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 369 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and older | 227 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 3,358 (86.3%) | 535 (13.7%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Kearny County
| Citizenship Status | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Native Born | 304 (91.0%) | 30 (9.0%) |
| Foreign Born, Citizen | 883 (97.4%) | 24 (2.6%) |
| Foreign Born, not a Citizen | 289 (67.4%) | 140 (32.6%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Kearny County
| Household Income | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under $25,000 | 492 (83.3%) | 99 (16.8%) |
| $25,000 to $49,999 | 734 (83.5%) | 145 (16.5%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 508 (83.6%) | 100 (16.5%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 461 (97.9%) | 10 (2.1%) |
| $100,000 and over | 1,158 (86.5%) | 181 (13.5%) |
Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Kearny County
| Age Bracket | Public Insurance | Private Insurance |
| Under 6 | 198 (59.3%) | 147 (44.0%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 569 (62.7%) | 348 (38.4%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 82 (19.1%) | 246 (57.3%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 61 (19.4%) | 191 (60.6%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 25 (5.6%) | 338 (76.0%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 31 (7.0%) | 285 (64.8%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 51 (11.9%) | 347 (81.3%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 369 (100.0%) | 208 (56.4%) |
| 75 Years and over | 227 (100.0%) | 158 (69.6%) |
| Total | 1,613 (41.4%) | 2,268 (58.3%) |
Disability Status by Sex by Age in Kearny County
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 3 (1.8%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 11 (2.1%) | 25 (6.5%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 67 (16.8%) | 18 (4.5%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 65 (9.0%) | 43 (7.3%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 52 (32.3%) | 30 (14.4%) |
| 75 Years and over | 73 (94.8%) | 125 (83.3%) |
Disability Class by Sex by Age in Kearny County
Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 3 (1.8%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 43 (10.7%) | 18 (4.5%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 26 (3.6%) | 9 (1.5%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 39 (24.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 53 (68.8%) | 66 (44.0%) |
Disability Class: Vision Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 3 (0.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 24 (14.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 14 (18.2%) | 22 (14.7%) |
Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 11 (2.1%) | 25 (6.5%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 34 (4.7%) | 13 (2.2%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 1 (0.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 24 (31.2%) | 42 (28.0%) |
Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 18 (2.5%) | 18 (3.1%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 12 (7.4%) | 30 (14.4%) |
| 75 Years and over | 38 (49.3%) | 103 (68.7%) |
Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 1 (0.1%) | 8 (1.4%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 1 (0.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 30 (39.0%) | 2 (1.3%) |
Technology Access in Kearny County
Computing Device Access in Kearny County
| Device Type | # Households | % Households |
| Desktop or Laptop | 932 | 68.9% |
| Smartphone | 1,206 | 89.2% |
| Tablet | 791 | 58.5% |
| No Computing Device | 76 | 5.6% |
| Total | 1,352 | 100.0% |
Internet Access in Kearny County
| Internet Type | # Households | % Households |
| Dial-Up Internet | 0 | 0.0% |
| Broadband Home | 1,015 | 75.1% |
| Cellular Data Only | 194 | 14.3% |
| Satellite Internet | 94 | 7.0% |
| No Internet | 122 | 9.0% |
| Total | 1,352 | 100.0% |
Kearny County Summary
Kearny County is located in the western part of the state of Kansas, in the High Plains region of the Great Plains. It is bordered by Finney County to the north, Hamilton County to the east, Grant County to the south, and Haskell County to the west. The county seat is Lakin, and the largest city is Deerfield. The county was named after General Philip Kearny, a Union Army officer in the American Civil War.
Geography
Kearny County covers an area of 890 square miles, making it the fourth-smallest county in Kansas. The county is located in the High Plains region of the Great Plains, and is mostly flat with some rolling hills. The Arkansas River flows through the county, and there are several small lakes and reservoirs. The county is mostly covered in grassland, with some cropland and woodlands.
Demographics
As of the 2010 census, Kearny County had a population of 3,977. The racial makeup of the county was 84.2% White, 0.7% Black or African American, 0.7% Native American, 0.3% Asian, 11.7% from other races, and 2.2% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 22.2% of the population.
The median household income was $41,945 and the median family income was $48,958. The per capita income was $18,945. About 11.2% of families and 14.7% of the population were below the poverty line, including 19.2% of those under age 18 and 8.2% of those age 65 or over.
Economy
Kearny County's economy is largely based on agriculture. The county is home to several large farms, and the main crops grown are wheat, corn, sorghum, and soybeans. Cattle and sheep are also raised in the county. The county also has some oil and gas production, and there are several small businesses in the county.
History
Kearny County was established in 1873, and was named after General Philip Kearny, a Union Army officer in the American Civil War. The county was originally part of Finney County, but was split off in 1873. The county seat was originally located in Lakin, but was moved to Deerfield in 1887.
In the early 1900s, the county was largely agricultural, with most of the population living in small towns and farming communities. The Great Depression had a major impact on the county, and many people left the area in search of work. The economy began to recover in the 1940s, and the population began to grow again.
Today, Kearny County is still largely agricultural, but there is also some oil and gas production in the county. The county is home to several small towns and farming communities, and the population is slowly increasing.
Common Questions
What is the Total Population of Kearny County?
Total Population of Kearny County is 3,964.
What is the Total Male Population of Kearny County?
Total Male Population of Kearny County is 2,041.
What is the Total Female Population of Kearny County?
Total Female Population of Kearny County is 1,923.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Kearny County?
There are 106.14 Males per 100 Females in Kearny County.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Kearny County?
There are 94.22 Females per 100 Males in Kearny County.
What is the Median Population Age in Kearny County?
Median Population Age in Kearny County is 34.9 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Kearny County
Average Family Size in Kearny County is 3.3 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Kearny County
Average Household Size in Kearny County is 2.9 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Kearny County?
Per Capita income in Kearny County is $29,465.
What is the Median Family Income in Kearny County?
Median Family Income in Kearny County is $71,731.
What is the Median Household income in Kearny County?
Median Household Income in Kearny County is $68,750.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Kearny County?
Income or Wage Gap in Kearny County is 36.5%.
Women in Kearny County earn 63.5 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Family Income Deficit in Kearny County?
Family Income Deficit in Kearny County is $11,781.
Families that are below poverty line in Kearny County earn $11,781 less on average than the poverty threshold level.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Kearny County?
Inequality or Gini Index in Kearny County is 0.38.
How Large is the Labor Force in Kearny County?
There are 1,736 People in the Labor Forcein in Kearny County.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Kearny County?
59.6% of People are in the Labor Force in Kearny County.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Kearny County?
Unemployment Rate in Kearny County is 2.2%.