Comanche County, KS Map & Demographics

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Comanche County Overview

$30,989
PER CAPITA INCOME
$84,583
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$49,754
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
38.8%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
61.2¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.40
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
1,825
TOTAL POPULATION
914
MALE POPULATION
911
FEMALE POPULATION
100.33
MALES / 100 FEMALES
99.67
FEMALES / 100 MALES
46.8
MEDIAN AGE
3.0
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.1
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
912
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
62.5%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
3.8%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

Comanche County Area Codes

Income in Comanche County

Income Overview in Comanche County

Per Capita Income in Comanche County is $30,989, while median incomes of families and households are $84,583 and $49,754 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income1,825$30,989
Median Family Income440$84,583
Mean Family Income440$93,253
Median Household Income827$49,754
Mean Household Income827$66,123
Income Deficit440$0
Wage / Income Gap (%)1,82538.77%
Wage / Income Gap ($)1,82561.23¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index1,8250.40

Earnings by Sex in Comanche County

Average Earnings in Comanche County are $34,939, $46,103 for men and $28,229 for women, a difference of 38.8%.
Earnings by Sex in Comanche County
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male517 (52.4%)$46,103
Female469 (47.6%)$28,229
Total986 (100.0%)$34,939

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Comanche County

The most common earnings brackets in Comanche County are $55,000 to $64,999 for men (64 | 12.4%) and $30,000 to $34,999 for women (56 | 11.9%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Comanche County
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less56 (10.8%)31 (6.6%)
$2,500 to $4,99913 (2.5%)55 (11.7%)
$5,000 to $7,4999 (1.7%)29 (6.2%)
$7,500 to $9,9999 (1.7%)20 (4.3%)
$10,000 to $12,4994 (0.8%)8 (1.7%)
$12,500 to $14,99911 (2.1%)18 (3.8%)
$15,000 to $17,49914 (2.7%)4 (0.9%)
$17,500 to $19,99910 (1.9%)21 (4.5%)
$20,000 to $22,4995 (1.0%)27 (5.8%)
$22,500 to $24,99914 (2.7%)7 (1.5%)
$25,000 to $29,99917 (3.3%)40 (8.5%)
$30,000 to $34,99916 (3.1%)56 (11.9%)
$35,000 to $39,99927 (5.2%)18 (3.8%)
$40,000 to $44,99946 (8.9%)32 (6.8%)
$45,000 to $49,99939 (7.5%)29 (6.2%)
$50,000 to $54,99924 (4.6%)17 (3.6%)
$55,000 to $64,99964 (12.4%)5 (1.1%)
$65,000 to $74,99936 (7.0%)38 (8.1%)
$75,000 to $99,99947 (9.1%)1 (0.2%)
$100,000+56 (10.8%)13 (2.8%)
Total517 (100.0%)469 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Comanche County

Average earnings in Comanche County are $52,321 for men and $30,242 for women, a difference of 42.2%. Men with an educational attainment of graduate degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $80,833, while those with high school diploma education earn the least with $36,607. Women with an educational attainment of bachelor's degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $50,221, while those with less than high school education have the smallest earnings of $11,607.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Comanche County
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School--
High School Diploma$36,607$30,119
College or Associate's Degree$58,750$21,645
Bachelor's Degree$53,000$50,221
Graduate Degree$80,833$33,750
Total$52,321$30,242

Family Income in Comanche County

Family Income Brackets in Comanche County

According to the Comanche County family income data, there are 115 families falling into the $100,000 to $149,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 26.1% of all families.
Family Income Brackets in Comanche County
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,00061.4%
$10,000 to $14,99900.0%
$15,000 to $24,999204.5%
$25,000 to $34,999286.4%
$35,000 to $49,9994410.0%
$50,000 to $74,9997918.0%
$75,000 to $99,9999621.8%
$100,000 to $149,99911526.1%
$150,000 to $199,999225.0%
$200,000+306.8%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Comanche County

5-person families (39 | 8.9%) account for the highest median family income in Comanche County with $205,446 per family, while 5-person families (39 | 8.9%) have the highest median income of $41,089 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Comanche County
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families272 (61.8%)$76,184
3-Person Families43 (9.8%)$73,750
4-Person Families64 (14.5%)$105,000
5-Person Families39 (8.9%)$205,446
6-Person Families17 (3.9%)$0
7+ Person Families5 (1.1%)$0
Total440 (100.0%)$84,583

Family Income by Number of Earners in Comanche County

The median family income in Comanche County is $84,583, with families comprising 3+ earners (58) having the highest median family income of $131,250, while families with no earners (42) have the lowest median family income of $32,500, accounting for 13.2% and 9.6% of families, respectively.
Family Income by Number of Earners in Comanche County
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners42 (9.6%)$32,500
1 Earner108 (24.5%)$52,500
2 Earners232 (52.7%)$98,438
3+ Earners58 (13.2%)$131,250
Total440 (100.0%)$84,583

Household Income in Comanche County

Household Income Brackets in Comanche County

With 161 households falling in the category, the $35,000 to $49,999 income range is the most frequent in Comanche County, accounting for 19.5% of all households. In contrast, only 25 households (3.0%) fall into the $150,000 to $199,999 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
Household Income Brackets in Comanche County
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,000303.6%
$10,000 to $14,999354.2%
$15,000 to $24,99912515.1%
$25,000 to $34,999688.2%
$35,000 to $49,99916119.5%
$50,000 to $74,99913916.8%
$75,000 to $99,9999912.0%
$100,000 to $149,99911513.9%
$150,000 to $199,999253.0%
$200,000+303.6%

Household Income by Householder Age in Comanche County

The median household income in Comanche County is $49,754, with the highest median household income of $74,000 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 280 households (33.9%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $33,750, with 26 households (3.1%) in this group.
Household Income by Householder Age in Comanche County
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years26 (3.1%)$33,750
25 to 44 Years202 (24.4%)$65,909
45 to 64 Years280 (33.9%)$74,000
65+ Years319 (38.6%)$40,125
Total827 (100.0%)$49,754

Poverty in Comanche County

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Comanche County

With 8.9% poverty level for males and 8.5% for females among the residents of Comanche County, 5 year old males and under 5 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 3 males (23.1%) and 8 females (29.6%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Comanche County
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)8 (29.6%)
5 Years3 (23.1%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years9 (9.2%)7 (10.6%)
12 to 14 Years14 (20.9%)0 (0.0%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)4 (14.3%)
16 and 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 24 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Years5 (11.4%)2 (4.9%)
35 to 44 Years9 (8.4%)17 (12.1%)
45 to 54 Years3 (3.3%)2 (2.7%)
55 to 64 Years11 (7.3%)17 (12.0%)
65 to 74 Years18 (12.8%)7 (5.4%)
75 Years and over6 (13.0%)10 (7.6%)
Total78 (8.9%)74 (8.5%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Comanche County

According to the poverty statistics in Comanche County, males aged under 5 years and females aged 12 to 14 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.
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Comanche County
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years35 (100.0%)19 (70.4%)
5 Years10 (76.9%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years89 (90.8%)59 (89.4%)
12 to 14 Years53 (79.1%)16 (100.0%)
15 Years1 (100.0%)24 (85.7%)
16 and 17 Years12 (100.0%)35 (100.0%)
18 to 24 Years67 (100.0%)41 (100.0%)
25 to 34 Years39 (88.6%)39 (95.1%)
35 to 44 Years98 (91.6%)124 (87.9%)
45 to 54 Years89 (96.7%)72 (97.3%)
55 to 64 Years139 (92.7%)125 (88.0%)
65 to 74 Years123 (87.2%)123 (94.6%)
75 Years and over40 (87.0%)122 (92.4%)
Total795 (91.1%)799 (91.5%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Comanche County

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Comanche County show that 4.7% or 17 of the total 363 families live below the poverty line. Families with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate of 100.0%, comprising of 5 families. On the other hand, families with 1 or 2 children have the lowest poverty rate of 0.0%, which includes 0 families.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Comanche County
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children239 (95.2%)12 (4.8%)
1 or 2 Children65 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children42 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)5 (100.0%)
Total346 (95.3%)17 (4.7%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Comanche County

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Comanche County
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)4 (100.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)4 (9.1%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Comanche County

The poverty data for Comanche County shows that 17 of the married-couple family households (4.7%) and 4 of the single-parent households (5.2%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 5 households (100.0%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 4 household (100.0%) living below poverty.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Comanche County
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children12 (4.8%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)4 (100.0%)
5 or more Children5 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total17 (4.7%)4 (5.2%)

Race in Comanche County

The most populous races in Comanche County are White / Caucasian (1,782 | 97.6%), Hispanic or Latino (48 | 2.6%), and Two or more Races (33 | 1.8%).
Race in Comanche County
Race# Population% Population
Asian00.0%
Black / African American30.2%
Hawaiian / Pacific00.0%
Hispanic or Latino482.6%
Native / Alaskan00.0%
White / Caucasian1,78297.6%
Two or more Races331.8%
Some other Race70.4%
Total1,825100.0%

Ancestry in Comanche County

The most populous ancestries reported in Comanche County are German (555 | 30.4%), English (391 | 21.4%), Irish (277 | 15.2%), American (86 | 4.7%), and European (50 | 2.7%), together accounting for 74.5% of all Comanche County residents.
Ancestry in Comanche County
Ancestry# Population% Population
Alaska Native50.3%
American864.7%
Cherokee50.3%
Czechoslovakian10.1%
Danish50.3%
Dutch231.3%
Eastern European30.2%
English39121.4%
European502.7%
French170.9%
German55530.4%
Hungarian20.1%
Irish27715.2%
Italian372.0%
Mexican462.5%
Norwegian70.4%
Polish170.9%
Russian412.2%
Scandinavian10.1%
Scotch-Irish60.3%
Scottish251.4%
Slovak50.3%
Swedish150.8%
Swiss70.4%
Welsh130.7%
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Immigrants in Comanche County

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Comanche County came from Central America (14 | 0.8%), Latin America (14 | 0.8%), and Mexico (14 | 0.8%), together accounting for 2.3% of all Comanche County residents.
Immigrants in Comanche County
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Central America140.8%
Latin America140.8%
Mexico140.8%
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Sex and Age in Comanche County

Sex and Age in Comanche County

The most populous age groups in Comanche County are 65 to 69 Years (109 | 11.9%) for men and 70 to 74 Years (110 | 12.1%) for women.
Sex and Age in Comanche County
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years35 (3.8%)27 (3.0%)
5 to 9 Years83 (9.1%)43 (4.7%)
10 to 14 Years103 (11.3%)45 (4.9%)
15 to 19 Years41 (4.5%)85 (9.3%)
20 to 24 Years39 (4.3%)19 (2.1%)
25 to 29 Years25 (2.7%)18 (2.0%)
30 to 34 Years19 (2.1%)23 (2.5%)
35 to 39 Years65 (7.1%)89 (9.8%)
40 to 44 Years42 (4.6%)52 (5.7%)
45 to 49 Years63 (6.9%)57 (6.3%)
50 to 54 Years36 (3.9%)17 (1.9%)
55 to 59 Years62 (6.8%)75 (8.2%)
60 to 64 Years91 (10.0%)83 (9.1%)
65 to 69 Years109 (11.9%)23 (2.5%)
70 to 74 Years34 (3.7%)110 (12.1%)
75 to 79 Years20 (2.2%)53 (5.8%)
80 to 84 Years18 (2.0%)29 (3.2%)
85 Years and over29 (3.2%)63 (6.9%)
Total914 (100.0%)911 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Comanche County

Median Family Size in Comanche County

The median family size in Comanche County is 3.01 persons per family, with single male/father families (33 | 7.5%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.79 persons per family. On the other hand, married-couple families (363 | 82.5%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.91 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Comanche County
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple363 (82.5%)2.91
Single Male/Father33 (7.5%)3.79
Single Female/Mother44 (10.0%)3.23
Total Families440 (100.0%)3.01

Median Household Size in Comanche County

The median household size in Comanche County is 2.13 persons per household, with single male/father households (33 | 4.0%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.97 persons per household. non-family households (387 | 46.8%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.06 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Comanche County
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple363 (43.9%)2.94
Single Male/Father33 (4.0%)3.97
Single Female/Mother44 (5.3%)3.43
Non-family387 (46.8%)1.06
Total Households827 (100.0%)2.13

Household Size by Marriage Status in Comanche County

Out of a total of 827 households in Comanche County, 440 (53.2%) are family households, while 387 (46.8%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 265, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 368.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Comanche County
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-368 (44.5%)
2-Person Households265 (32.0%)19 (2.3%)
3-Person Households46 (5.6%)0 (0.0%)
4-Person Households66 (8.0%)0 (0.0%)
5-Person Households40 (4.8%)0 (0.0%)
6-Person Households17 (2.1%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households6 (0.7%)0 (0.0%)
Total440 (53.2%)387 (46.8%)

Female Fertility in Comanche County

Fertility by Age in Comanche County

Average fertility rate in Comanche County is 17.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 100.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 100.0% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Age in Comanche County
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0.0
20 to 34 years6 (100.0%)100.0
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0.0
Total6 (100.0%)17.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Comanche County

Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Comanche County
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 34 years6 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total6 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Fertility by Education in Comanche County

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Comanche County
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0.0
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)0.0
College or Associate's Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Bachelor's Degree4 (66.7%)51.0
Graduate Degree2 (33.3%)125.0
Total6 (100.0%)17.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Comanche County

Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Comanche County
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
College or Associate's Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree4 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Graduate Degree2 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total6 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Employment Characteristics in Comanche County

Employment by Class of Employer in Comanche County

Among the 855 employed individuals in Comanche County, private company employees (396 | 46.3%), self-employed (not incorporated) (127 | 14.8%), and local government employees (111 | 13.0%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Comanche County
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees39646.3%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)546.3%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)12714.8%
Not-for-profit Organizations9811.5%
Local Government Employees11113.0%
State Government Employees505.9%
Federal Government Employees60.7%
Unpaid Family Workers131.5%
Total855100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Comanche County

According to the labor force statistics for Comanche County, out of the total population over 16 years of age (1,460), 62.5% or 912 individuals are in the labor force, with 3.8% or 35 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 30 to 34 years, with 100.0% or 42 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 35 to 44 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 12.4% or 25 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Comanche County
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years69 (71.1%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Years51 (87.9%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 29 Years39 (90.7%)2 (5.1%)
30 to 34 Years42 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years201 (81.0%)25 (12.4%)
45 to 54 Years134 (77.5%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 59 Years120 (87.6%)4 (3.3%)
60 to 64 Years107 (61.5%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years131 (47.5%)4 (3.1%)
75 Years and over19 (9.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total912 (62.5%)35 (3.8%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Comanche County

According to labor force statistics for Comanche County, 78.7% of individuals (643) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (817) are in the labor force, with 4.8% or 31 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 83.8% or 181 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with college / associate degree education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 7.1% or 18 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Comanche County
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School6 (31.6%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma204 (80.0%)16 (6.4%)
College / Associate Degree252 (77.1%)23 (7.1%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher181 (83.8%)0 (0.0%)
Total643 (78.7%)39 (4.8%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Comanche County

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Comanche County are Management (199 | 22.7%), Community & Social Service (80 | 9.1%), Education Instruction & Library (54 | 6.1%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (53 | 6.0%), and Health Technologists (31 | 3.5%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Comanche County

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Comanche County, the most male-oriented occupations are Legal Services & Support (100.0%), Management (66.3%), and Education, Arts & Media (47.1%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Arts, Media & Entertainment (100.0%), Health Technologists (96.8%), and Health Diagnosing & Treating (88.7%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Comanche County
OccupationMaleFemale
Management132 (66.3%)67 (33.7%)
Business & Financial2 (18.2%)9 (81.8%)
Computers, Engineering & Science0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Computers & Mathematics0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Architecture & Engineering0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Life, Physical & Social Science0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Community & Social Service 18 (22.5%)62 (77.5%)
Education, Arts & Media8 (47.1%)9 (52.9%)
Legal Services & Support2 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Education Instruction & Library8 (14.8%)46 (85.2%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment0 (0.0%)7 (100.0%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating6 (11.3%)47 (88.7%)
Health Technologists1 (3.2%)30 (96.8%)
Total (Category)158 (46.1%)185 (53.9%)
Total (Overall)478 (54.4%)400 (45.6%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Comanche County are Healthcare Support (45 | 5.1%), Food Preparation & Serving (30 | 3.4%), Cleaning & Maintenance (25 | 2.9%), Personal Care & Service (12 | 1.4%), and Security & Protection (7 | 0.8%).
Services Occupations in Comanche County

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in Comanche County, the most male-oriented occupations are Security & Protection (100.0%), Firefighting & Prevention (100.0%), and Cleaning & Maintenance (36.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Food Preparation & Serving (83.3%), Healthcare Support (80.0%), and Personal Care & Service (75.0%).
Services Occupations by Sex in Comanche County
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support9 (20.0%)36 (80.0%)
Security & Protection7 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Firefighting & Prevention7 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Law Enforcement0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Food Preparation & Serving5 (16.7%)25 (83.3%)
Cleaning & Maintenance9 (36.0%)16 (64.0%)
Personal Care & Service3 (25.0%)9 (75.0%)
Total (Category)33 (27.7%)86 (72.3%)
Total (Overall)478 (54.4%)400 (45.6%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Comanche County are Office & Administration (91 | 10.4%), and Sales & Related (75 | 8.5%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Comanche County

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Comanche County
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related41 (54.7%)34 (45.3%)
Office & Administration24 (26.4%)67 (73.6%)
Total (Category)65 (39.2%)101 (60.8%)
Total (Overall)478 (54.4%)400 (45.6%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Comanche County are Farming, Fishing & Forestry (55 | 6.3%), Construction & Extraction (46 | 5.2%), and Installation, Maintenance & Repair (35 | 4.0%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Comanche County

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Comanche County
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry44 (80.0%)11 (20.0%)
Construction & Extraction46 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair35 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)125 (91.9%)11 (8.1%)
Total (Overall)478 (54.4%)400 (45.6%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Comanche County are Material Moving (48 | 5.5%), Transportation (34 | 3.9%), and Production (32 | 3.6%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Comanche County

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Comanche County
OccupationMaleFemale
Production27 (84.4%)5 (15.6%)
Transportation34 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Material Moving36 (75.0%)12 (25.0%)
Total (Category)97 (85.1%)17 (14.9%)
Total (Overall)478 (54.4%)400 (45.6%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Comanche County

Employment Industries in Comanche County

The major employment industries in Comanche County include Health Care & Social Assistance (202 | 23.0%), Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (182 | 20.7%), Retail Trade (108 | 12.3%), Educational Services (86 | 9.8%), and Manufacturing (53 | 6.0%).
Employment Industries in Comanche County

Employment Industries by Sex in Comanche County

The Comanche County industries that see more men than women are Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction (100.0%), Wholesale Trade (100.0%), and Transportation & Warehousing (100.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Finance & Insurance (100.0%), Health Care & Social Assistance (89.1%), and Professional & Scientific (77.8%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Comanche County
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting146 (80.2%)36 (19.8%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction32 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction47 (95.9%)2 (4.1%)
Manufacturing42 (79.2%)11 (20.7%)
Wholesale Trade20 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Retail Trade59 (54.6%)49 (45.4%)
Transportation & Warehousing32 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Utilities2 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Information3 (30.0%)7 (70.0%)
Finance & Insurance0 (0.0%)28 (100.0%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing1 (33.3%)2 (66.7%)
Professional & Scientific2 (22.2%)7 (77.8%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Administrative & Support6 (60.0%)4 (40.0%)
Educational Services32 (37.2%)54 (62.8%)
Health Care & Social Assistance22 (10.9%)180 (89.1%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation11 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Accommodation & Food Services4 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Public Administration5 (26.3%)14 (73.7%)
Total478 (54.4%)400 (45.6%)

Education in Comanche County

School Enrollment in Comanche County

The most common levels of schooling among the 377 students in Comanche County are high school (129 | 34.2%), elementary school (117 | 31.0%), and middle school (91 | 24.1%).
School Enrollment in Comanche County
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool102.6%
Kindergarten123.2%
Elementary School11731.0%
Middle School9124.1%
High School12934.2%
College / Undergraduate10.3%
Graduate / Professional174.5%
Total377100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Comanche County

Out of a total of 377 students who are enrolled in schools in Comanche County, 29 (7.7%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 348 (92.3%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 35 years and over has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 4 (25.0% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 3 to 4 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 7 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Comanche County
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds7 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Year Old108 (90.8%)11 (9.2%)
10 to 14 Year Olds120 (89.5%)14 (10.4%)
15 to 17 Year Olds76 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 19 Year Olds21 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Year Olds4 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Year Olds0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 Years and over12 (75.0%)4 (25.0%)
Total348 (92.3%)29 (7.7%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Comanche County

Education (87 | 31.0%), business (62 | 22.1%), bio, nature & agricultural (36 | 12.8%), arts & humanities (27 | 9.6%), and communications (20 | 7.1%) are the most common fields of study among 281 individuals in Comanche County who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Comanche County
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics00.0%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural3612.8%
Physical & Health Sciences00.0%
Psychology20.7%
Social Sciences72.5%
Engineering113.9%
Multidisciplinary Studies31.1%
Science & Technology145.0%
Business6222.1%
Education8731.0%
Literature & Languages20.7%
Liberal Arts & History93.2%
Visual & Performing Arts10.4%
Communications207.1%
Arts & Humanities279.6%
Total281100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Comanche County

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Comanche County

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Comanche County are males with 2 vehicles (194, accounting for 40.7%) and females with 2 vehicles (94, making up 51.3%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Comanche County
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 Vehicle66 (13.8%)123 (32.5%)
2 Vehicles194 (40.7%)94 (24.9%)
3 Vehicles87 (18.2%)84 (22.2%)
4 Vehicles75 (15.7%)45 (11.9%)
5 or more Vehicles55 (11.5%)32 (8.5%)
Total477 (100.0%)378 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Comanche County

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Comanche County are less than 5 minutes (224 commuters, 28.3%), 5 to 9 minutes (191 commuters, 24.1%), and 15 to 19 minutes (91 commuters, 11.5%).
Commute Time in Comanche County
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes22428.3%
5 to 9 Minutes19124.1%
10 to 14 Minutes8210.4%
15 to 19 Minutes9111.5%
20 to 24 Minutes668.3%
25 to 29 Minutes212.6%
30 to 34 Minutes243.0%
35 to 39 Minutes00.0%
40 to 44 Minutes364.5%
45 to 59 Minutes172.1%
60 to 89 Minutes384.8%
90 or more Minutes10.1%

Commute Time by Sex in Comanche County

The most common commute times in Comanche County are less than 5 minutes (116 commuters, 26.9%) for males and less than 5 minutes (108 commuters, 30.1%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Comanche County
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes116 (26.9%)108 (30.1%)
5 to 9 Minutes99 (22.9%)92 (25.6%)
10 to 14 Minutes51 (11.8%)31 (8.6%)
15 to 19 Minutes45 (10.4%)46 (12.8%)
20 to 24 Minutes45 (10.4%)21 (5.9%)
25 to 29 Minutes8 (1.8%)13 (3.6%)
30 to 34 Minutes11 (2.5%)13 (3.6%)
35 to 39 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
40 to 44 Minutes24 (5.6%)12 (3.3%)
45 to 59 Minutes16 (3.7%)1 (0.3%)
60 to 89 Minutes17 (3.9%)21 (5.9%)
90 or more Minutes0 (0.0%)1 (0.3%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Comanche County

The most frequent times of departure to work in Comanche County are 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (113, 26.2%) for males and 8:00 AM to 8:29 AM (87, 24.2%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Comanche County
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM14 (3.2%)7 (1.9%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM23 (5.3%)16 (4.5%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM28 (6.5%)8 (2.2%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM17 (3.9%)11 (3.1%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM51 (11.8%)19 (5.3%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM113 (26.2%)43 (12.0%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM66 (15.3%)57 (15.9%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM50 (11.6%)87 (24.2%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM14 (3.2%)27 (7.5%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM12 (2.8%)18 (5.0%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM3 (0.7%)10 (2.8%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM29 (6.7%)35 (9.8%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM12 (2.8%)21 (5.9%)
Total432 (100.0%)359 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Comanche County

Occupancy by Ownership in Comanche County

Of the total 827 dwellings in Comanche County, owner-occupied units account for 609 (73.6%), while renter-occupied units make up 218 (26.4%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Comanche County
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units60973.6%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units21826.4%
Total Occupied Housing Units827100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Comanche County

Occupancy by Household Size in Comanche County
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household36844.5%
2-Person Household28434.3%
3-Person Household465.6%
4+ Person Household12915.6%
Total Housing Units827100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Comanche County

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Comanche County
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household226 (61.4%)142 (38.6%)
2-Person Household236 (83.1%)48 (16.9%)
3-Person Household37 (80.4%)9 (19.6%)
4+ Person Household110 (85.3%)19 (14.7%)
Total Housing Units609 (73.6%)218 (26.4%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Comanche County

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Comanche County
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School19 (90.5%)2 (9.5%)
High School Diploma182 (74.3%)63 (25.7%)
College/Associate Degree272 (72.0%)106 (28.0%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher136 (74.3%)47 (25.7%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Comanche County

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Comanche County
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years738.8%
35 to 44 Years15518.7%
45 to 54 Years9211.1%
55 to 64 Years18822.7%
65 to 74 Years16620.1%
75 to 84 Years8510.3%
85 Years and Over688.2%
Total827100.0%

Housing Finances in Comanche County

Median Income by Occupancy in Comanche County

Median Income by Occupancy in Comanche County
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied609 (73.6%)$62,135
Renter-Occupied218 (26.4%)$27,222
Average827 (100.0%)$49,754

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Comanche County

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Comanche County
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,0004 (0.7%)11 (5.1%)
$5,000 to $9,9993 (0.5%)12 (5.5%)
$10,000 to $14,99925 (4.1%)10 (4.6%)
$15,000 to $19,99921 (3.5%)23 (10.5%)
$20,000 to $24,99936 (5.9%)45 (20.6%)
$25,000 to $34,99928 (4.6%)40 (18.3%)
$35,000 to $49,999129 (21.2%)32 (14.7%)
$50,000 to $74,999131 (21.5%)8 (3.7%)
$75,000 to $99,99977 (12.6%)22 (10.1%)
$100,000 to $149,999104 (17.1%)11 (5.1%)
$150,000 or more51 (8.4%)4 (1.8%)
Total609 (100.0%)218 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Comanche County

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Comanche County
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $30035 (5.8%)19 (8.7%)
$300 to $499158 (25.9%)40 (18.3%)
$500 to $799233 (38.3%)107 (49.1%)
$800 to $99950 (8.2%)0 (0.0%)
$1,000 to $1,49959 (9.7%)1 (0.5%)
$1,500 to $1,99957 (9.4%)0 (0.0%)
$2,000 to $2,49913 (2.1%)0 (0.0%)
$2,500 to $2,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$3,000 or more4 (0.7%)0 (0.0%)
Total609 (100.0%)218 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Comanche County

Housing Structures in Comanche County

Housing Structures in Comanche County
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached74690.2%
Single Unit, Attached20.2%
2 Unit Apartments00.0%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments212.5%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments101.2%
10 or more Apartments131.6%
Mobile Home / Other354.2%
Total827100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Comanche County

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Comanche County
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached574 (76.9%)172 (23.1%)
Single Unit, Attached0 (0.0%)2 (100.0%)
2 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)21 (100.0%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)10 (100.0%)
10 or more Apartments0 (0.0%)13 (100.0%)
Mobile Home / Other35 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total609 (73.6%)218 (26.4%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Comanche County

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Comanche County
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room1 (0.2%)0 (0.0%)
2 or 3 Rooms15 (2.5%)51 (23.4%)
4 or 5 Rooms120 (19.7%)66 (30.3%)
6 or 7 Rooms279 (45.8%)68 (31.2%)
8 or more Rooms194 (31.9%)33 (15.1%)
Total609 (100.0%)218 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Comanche County

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Comanche County
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas414 (68.0%)123 (56.4%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas101 (16.6%)35 (16.1%)
Electricity76 (12.5%)60 (27.5%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene4 (0.7%)0 (0.0%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels13 (2.1%)0 (0.0%)
No Fuel Used1 (0.2%)0 (0.0%)
Total609 (100.0%)218 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Comanche County

Household Vehicle Usage in Comanche County
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle1 (0.2%)31 (14.2%)
1 Vehicle185 (30.4%)124 (56.9%)
2 Vehicles206 (33.8%)39 (17.9%)
3 or more Vehicles217 (35.6%)24 (11.0%)
Total609 (100.0%)218 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Comanche County

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Comanche County

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units362247
Median Property Value$55,300$84,200
Median Household Income$48,796$32
Monthly Housing Costs$478$4
Real Estate Taxes$1,263$2

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Comanche County

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Comanche County
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,000160 (44.2%)45 (18.2%)
$50,000 to $99,99993 (25.7%)89 (36.0%)
$100,000 to $299,99999 (27.4%)94 (38.1%)
$300,000 to $499,99910 (2.8%)0 (0.0%)
$500,000 to $749,9990 (0.0%)19 (7.7%)
$750,000 to $999,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$1,000,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total362 (100.0%)247 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Comanche County

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Comanche County
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,0005 (1.4%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $24,99978 (21.5%)2 (0.8%)
$25,000 to $34,99924 (6.6%)4 (1.6%)
$35,000 to $49,999100 (27.6%)4 (1.6%)
$50,000 to $74,99974 (20.4%)29 (11.7%)
$75,000 to $99,99920 (5.5%)57 (23.1%)
$100,000 to $149,99942 (11.6%)57 (23.1%)
$150,000 or more19 (5.2%)62 (25.1%)
Total362 (100.0%)247 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Comanche County

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Comanche County
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x221 (61.1%)87,740 (35,522.3%)
2.0x to 2.9x94 (26.0%)190 (76.9%)
3.0x to 3.9x10 (2.8%)15 (6.1%)
4.0x or more37 (10.2%)9 (3.6%)
Total362 (100.0%)247 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Comanche County

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Comanche County
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $800117 (32.3%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,499100 (27.6%)37 (15.0%)
$800 to $1,499145 (40.1%)101 (40.9%)
Total362 (100.0%)247 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Comanche County

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Comanche County

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Comanche County
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years66 (88.0%)9 (12.0%)
6 to 18 Years359 (92.8%)28 (7.2%)
19 to 25 Years58 (93.5%)4 (6.5%)
26 to 34 Years57 (70.4%)24 (29.6%)
35 to 44 Years188 (75.8%)60 (24.2%)
45 to 54 Years155 (93.4%)11 (6.6%)
55 to 64 Years274 (93.8%)18 (6.2%)
65 to 74 Years271 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and older178 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,606 (91.2%)154 (8.7%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Comanche County

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Comanche County
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born66 (88.0%)9 (12.0%)
Foreign Born, Citizen359 (92.8%)28 (7.2%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen58 (93.5%)4 (6.5%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Comanche County

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Comanche County
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,000214 (93.4%)15 (6.6%)
$25,000 to $49,999279 (79.3%)73 (20.7%)
$50,000 to $74,999248 (92.2%)21 (7.8%)
$75,000 to $99,999233 (86.6%)36 (13.4%)
$100,000 and over632 (98.6%)9 (1.4%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Comanche County

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Comanche County
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 610 (13.3%)56 (74.7%)
6 to 18 Years30 (7.7%)329 (85.0%)
19 to 25 Years3 (4.8%)55 (88.7%)
25 to 34 Years5 (6.2%)52 (64.2%)
35 to 44 Years15 (6.0%)173 (69.8%)
45 to 54 Years9 (5.4%)149 (89.8%)
55 to 64 Years33 (11.3%)258 (88.4%)
65 to 74 Years255 (94.1%)177 (65.3%)
75 Years and over178 (100.0%)120 (67.4%)
Total538 (30.6%)1,369 (77.8%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Comanche County

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Comanche County
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years8 (4.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years6 (5.4%)2 (2.4%)
35 to 64 Years32 (9.2%)55 (15.4%)
65 to 74 Years26 (18.4%)57 (43.9%)
75 Years and over31 (67.4%)106 (80.3%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Comanche County

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Comanche County: <span>Hearing Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years8 (4.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years4 (3.6%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years11 (3.2%)11 (3.1%)
65 to 74 Years12 (8.5%)43 (33.1%)
75 Years and over19 (41.3%)22 (16.7%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Comanche County: <span>Vision Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years4 (3.6%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years7 (2.0%)12 (3.4%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)4 (3.1%)
75 Years and over8 (17.4%)24 (18.2%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Comanche County: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years6 (5.4%)2 (2.4%)
35 to 64 Years3 (0.9%)14 (3.9%)
65 to 74 Years5 (3.5%)6 (4.6%)
75 Years and over2 (4.3%)0 (0.0%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Comanche County: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years4 (3.6%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years10 (2.9%)41 (11.5%)
65 to 74 Years19 (13.5%)52 (40.0%)
75 Years and over20 (43.5%)82 (62.1%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Comanche County: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years4 (3.6%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)16 (4.5%)
65 to 74 Years5 (3.5%)2 (1.5%)
75 Years and over2 (4.3%)2 (1.5%)

Technology Access in Comanche County

Computing Device Access in Comanche County

Computing Device Access in Comanche County
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop58270.4%
Smartphone70485.1%
Tablet45655.1%
No Computing Device9010.9%
Total827100.0%

Internet Access in Comanche County

Internet Access in Comanche County
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet20.2%
Broadband Home41850.5%
Cellular Data Only18922.9%
Satellite Internet9311.3%
No Internet16419.8%
Total827100.0%

Comanche County Summary

Comanche County, Kansas is located in the south-central part of the state, and is bordered by Barber, Clark, Edwards, Kiowa, and Meade counties. The county seat is Coldwater, and the county was named after the Comanche Native American tribe. As of the 2010 census, the population of Comanche County was 2,819, making it the second least populous county in the state.

Geography

Comanche County is located in the High Plains region of Kansas, and is mostly flat with rolling hills. The county is drained by the Arkansas River, which forms its western border. The county has a total area of 890 square miles, of which 889 square miles is land and 1.2 square miles is water. The highest point in the county is located in the northwest corner, at an elevation of 2,890 feet.

Climate

Comanche County has a semi-arid climate, with hot summers and cold winters. The average annual temperature is 54°F, and the average annual precipitation is 22 inches.

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, there were 2,819 people, 1,093 households, and 790 families residing in the county. The population density was 3.2 people per square mile. The racial makeup of the county was 95.2% White, 0.2% African American, 0.7% Native American, 0.2% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 2.3% from other races, and 1.3% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 4.2% of the population.

Economy

Agriculture is the main economic activity in Comanche County. The county is home to a variety of crops, including wheat, corn, sorghum, soybeans, and hay. Livestock production is also important, with cattle, hogs, and sheep being the main animals raised.
The county also has a few small businesses, including a few restaurants, a grocery store, and a few gas stations. The county is also home to a few small manufacturing companies, including a furniture manufacturer and a metal fabrication company.

History

Comanche County was established in 1867, and was named after the Comanche Native American tribe. The county was originally part of Kiowa County, but was split off in 1867. The county seat was originally located in the town of Coldwater, which was founded in 1871.
The county was largely agricultural in its early years, with wheat, corn, and sorghum being the main crops. The county also had a few small businesses, including a few restaurants, a grocery store, and a few gas stations.
In the early 20th century, the county experienced a population boom, as many people moved to the area to take advantage of the agricultural opportunities. The population peaked in 1930, with 8,845 people.
Since then, the population has steadily declined, as many people have moved away from the area in search of better economic opportunities. As of the 2010 census, the population of Comanche County was 2,819.

Common Questions

What is Per Capita Income in Comanche County?
Per Capita income in Comanche County is $30,989.
What is the Median Family Income in Comanche County?
Median Family Income in Comanche County is $84,583.
What is the Median Household income in Comanche County?
Median Household Income in Comanche County is $49,754.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Comanche County?
Income or Wage Gap in Comanche County is 38.8%.
Women in Comanche County earn 61.2 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Comanche County?
Inequality or Gini Index in Comanche County is 0.40.
What is the Total Population of Comanche County?
Total Population of Comanche County is 1,825.
What is the Total Male Population of Comanche County?
Total Male Population of Comanche County is 914.
What is the Total Female Population of Comanche County?
Total Female Population of Comanche County is 911.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Comanche County?
There are 100.33 Males per 100 Females in Comanche County.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Comanche County?
There are 99.67 Females per 100 Males in Comanche County.
What is the Median Population Age in Comanche County?
Median Population Age in Comanche County is 46.8 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Comanche County
Average Family Size in Comanche County is 3.0 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Comanche County
Average Household Size in Comanche County is 2.1 People.
How Large is the Labor Force in Comanche County?
There are 912 People in the Labor Forcein in Comanche County.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Comanche County?
62.5% of People are in the Labor Force in Comanche County.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Comanche County?
Unemployment Rate in Comanche County is 3.8%.