Wichita, KS
WICHITA, KANSAS: Demographic and Financial Snapshot
(Last updated on 11.30.20)
AGE IN WICHITA, KANSAS
| Age Range | Population | Percent |
| 20 to 24 years | 28,002 | 7.2% |
| 25 to 29 years | 30,782 | 7.9% |
| 30 to 34 years | 27,334 | 7.0% |
| 35 to 39 years | 22,597 | 5.8% |
| 40 to 44 years | 22,998 | 5.9% |
| 45 to 49 years | 21,984 | 5.6% |
| 50 to 54 years | 23,119 | 5.9% |
| 55 to 59 years | 24,753 | 6.4% |
| 60 to 64 years | 23,704 | 6.1% |
| 65 to 69 years | 19,577 | 5.0% |
| 70 to 74 years | 14,406 | 3.7% |
| 75 to 79 years | 8,495 | 2.2% |
| 80 to 84 years | 6,959 | 1.8% |
| 85+ years | 7,662 | 2.0% |
The median age in Wichita is 35.3 years
Source: US Census Data; https://data.census.gov/cedsci
Survey/Program: American Community Survey (2018 estimates)
Data Point: Age
ETHNICITY IN WICHITA, KANSAS
| Ethnicity | Population | Percent |
| White | 285,945 | 73.5% |
| Black or African American | 44,681 | 11.5% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 4,942 | 1.3% |
| Asian | 17,677 | 4.5% |
| Native Hawaiian and Other Pacific Islander | 166 | 0.0% |
| Other | 20,922 | 5.4% |
Source: US Census; https://data.census.gov/cedsci
Survey/Program: American Community Survey (2018 estimates)
Data Point: Race
EDUCATION IN WICHITA, KANSAS
| Education Level | Population | Percent |
| Less than 9th grade | 13,590 | 5.3% |
| 9th to 12th grade, no diploma | 17,170 | 6.8% |
| High school graduate (includes GED) | 63,425 | 24.9% |
| Some college, no degree | 57,210 | 22.5% |
| Associate’s degree | 22,368 | 8.8% |
| Bachelor’s degree | 48,447 | 19.0% |
| Graduate or professional degree | 32,160 | 12.6% |
| High school graduate or higher | 223,610 | 87.9% |
| Bachelor’s degree or higher | 80,607 | 31.7% |
| Less than Bachelor’s degree | 173,763 | 68.3% |
Source: US Census; https://data.census.gov/cedsci
Survey/Program: American Community Survey (2018 estimates)
Data Point: Education (population 25+ years)
HOUSEHOLD INCOME IN WICHITA, KANSAS
| Annual Household Income | Percent |
| Less than $10,000 | 6.8% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 4.6% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 12.1% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 10.9% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 14.3% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 19.0% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 11.5% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 11.7% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 5.1% |
| $200,000 or more | 4.0% |
Median household income: $51,051
Mean household income: $70,740
Source: US Census; https://data.census.gov/cedsci
Survey/Program: American Community Survey (2018 estimates)
Data Point: Household Income
HOUSEHOLD INCOME BY EDUCATION IN WICHITA, KANSAS
| Education Level | Average Income |
| Less than high school graduate | $24,566 |
| High school graduate (includes GED) | $27,725 |
| Some college or Associate’s degree | $32,187 |
| Bachelor’s degree | $49,233 |
| Graduate or professional degree | $56,226 |
Source: US Census; https://data.census.gov/cedsci
Survey/Program: American Community Survey (2018 estimates)
Data Point: Median earnings in past 12 months by education (population 25+ years with earnings)
MARITAL STATUS IN WICHITA, KANSAS
| Population | Percent | |
| Population 15+ years | 307,869 | NA |
| Never married | 101,444 | 33.0% |
| Now married (except separated) | 142,700 | 46.4% |
| Separated | 6,295 | 2.0% |
| Widowed | 16,471 | 5.4% |
| Divorced | 40,959 | 13.3% |
Source: US Census; https://data.census.gov/cedsci
Survey/Program: American Community Survey (2018 estimates)
Data Point: Marital Status for population 15 years and over
POVERTY STATUS IN WICHITA, KANSAS
| Population | Percent | |
| Living beneath poverty line | 58,059 | 15.1% |
Source: US Census; https://data.census.gov/cedsci
Survey/Program: American Community Survey (2018 estimates)
Data Point: Poverty Rate
HOUSING IN WICHITA, KANSAS
| Owner-occupied housing units | 90,509 |
| Renter-occupied housing units | 61,751 |
| Single-family detached units | 117,004 |
| Homeownership rate | 59.4% |
| Vacancy rate | 11.1% |
| Renters rate | 40.6% |
| Average housing value | $154,860 |
| Average monthly owner cost (with/ mortgage) | $867 |
| Average rent | $656 |
Source: US Census; https://cbb.census.gov/rae/#
Survey/Program: 2009-2013 and the 2014-2018 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates
Data Point: Housing Characteristics
SOCIOECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS IN WICHITA, KANSAS
| Average income | $68,821 |
| Average household size | 2.52 |
| Percent population 16 years and over in labor force | 66.5% |
| Percent disabled | 13.2% |
| Percent with health coverage | 87.4% |
| Average travel time to work | 18.4 |
| Percent workers using public transportation | 0.7% |
| Percent veterans | 8.1% |
| Percent foreign born | 10.1% |
| Percent speaking Spanish at home | 4.1% |
Source: US Census; https://cbb.census.gov/rae/#
Survey/Program: 2009-2013 and the 2014-2018 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates
Data Point: Socioeconomic Characteristics
CONSUMER SPENDING IN WICHITA, KANSAS
| Total consumer expenditures per household | $58,958.18 |
| Alcoholic beverages | $448.53 |
| Alcoholic beverages consumed at home | $266.40 |
| Beer consumed away from home | $79.86 |
| Wine consumed away from home | $38.18 |
| Apparel & services | $1,710.89 |
| Men’s apparel | $327.90 |
| Women’s apparel | $566.70 |
| Children’s apparel | $268.50 |
| Boys’ apparel | $92.22 |
| Girls’ apparel | $101.35 |
| Footwear | $388.41 |
| Dining out (food away from home) | $2,938.12 |
| Dining out – Breakfast | $297.17 |
| Dining out – Lunch | $916.52 |
| Dining out – Dinner | $1,360.26 |
| Education | $1,208.87 |
| Entertainment / recreation | $2,556.02 |
| Club membership fees | $176.30 |
| Dating services | $0.64 |
| Pet food | $207.25 |
| Pet services | $50.46 |
| Food consumed at home | $4,139.03 |
| Bakery products consumed at home | $544.31 |
| Dairy products consumed at home | $424.65 |
| Fruits and vegetables consumed at home | $802.09 |
| Meat, poultry, fish, eggs consumed at home | $914.83 |
| Nonalcoholic beverages consumed at home | $409.38 |
| Snacks / other food products consumed at home | $1,453.16 |
| Health care | $4,724.11 |
| Medical services | $871.25 |
| Nonprescription drugs | $115.83 |
| Household Services | $1,608.22 |
| Care for the elderly and handicapped | $58.49 |
| Lawn and garden services | $349.92 |
| Housekeeping services | $132.54 |
| PC repair | $5.33 |
| Housing | $18,388.71 |
| Home improvements | $1,999.19 |
| Utilities, fuel, and public services | $3,936.47 |
| Phone services | $1,423.14 |
| Water | $579.54 |
| Life and other insurance | $354.96 |
| Pensions and social security | $6,284.64 |
| Personal care products and services | $713.98 |
| Hair care products | $86.44 |
| Personal care products | $304.61 |
| Local transportation | $6,899.75 |
| Gasoline | $1,797.58 |
| Vehicle maintenance and repair | $937.23 |
| Travel | $1,695.74 |
| Airline fares | $406.68 |
| Auto / truck rental on trips | $20.18 |
| Lodging on trips | $463.95 |
| Food and drink on trips | $410.72 |
| Entertainment on trips | $146.56 |
Source: US Census; https://cbb.census.gov/rae/#
Survey/Program: 2009-2013 and the 2014-2018 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates
Data Point: Consumer Spending (Consumer expenditures per household)
DEBT IN SEDGWICK COUNTY (home to WICHITA, KANSAS)
| % with any debt in collections | 32% |
| Average debt in collections | $1,808 |
| % with medical debt in collections | 19% |
| Average medical debt in collections | $656 |
| % with student loan debt | 20% |
| Average student loan debt | $17,404 |
| Average monthly student loan payment | $168 |
| % with auto debt | 32% |
Source: Urban Institute; https://apps.urban.org/features/debt-interactive-map/
Survey/Program: Data from credit bureau data (2018) + the US Census Bureau’s American Community Survey (2017)
Data Point: Consumer Debt
UNEMPLOYMENT IN WICHITA, KANSAS
| Year | Population | Percent |
| January 2019 | 7,881 | 4.2% |
| February 2019 | 7,246 | 3.8% |
| March 2019 | 7,008 | 3.7% |
| April 2019 | 5,887 | 3.1% |
| May 2019 | 6,323 | 3.4% |
| June 2019 | 7,058 | 3.7% |
| July 2019 | 7,994 | 4.1% |
| August 2019 | 7,267 | 3.8% |
| September 2019 | 5,867 | 3.1% |
| October 2019 | 6,210 | 3.3% |
| November 2019 | 6,278 | 3.3% |
| December 2019 | 6,320 | 3.3% |
| January 2020 | 7,627 | 4.0% |
| February 2020 | 8,018 | 4.1% |
| March 2020 | 6,729 | 3.5% |
| April 2020 | 39,406 | 19.2% |
| May 2020 | 31,308 | 15.6% |
| June 2020 | 23,838 | 12.1% |
| July 2020 | 24,279 | 12.3% |
Source: US Bureau of Labor Statistics; https://www.bls.gov/lau/data.htm
Survey/Program: Local Area Employment Statistics
Data Point: Unemployment totals (not seasonally adjusted)
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