Harper County, Kansas is located in the south-central region of the state, with a population of 6,356 people according to the 2019 U.S. Census. The median household income is $45,846, which is slightly lower than the national average of $61,937. The median home value is $87,400, which is lower than the national median of $231,200. The unemployment rate is 2.9%, which is lower than the national average of 3.7%.
The population of Harper County is mostly white (95.9%), with a small percentage of African American (1.1%) and Hispanic or Latino (2.2%) residents. The median age is 44.3 years, which is slightly higher than the national median of 38.1 years. The population is largely rural, with the majority of the population living in small towns and rural areas.
The education level in Harper County is slightly lower than the national average. The percentage of adults with a high school diploma or higher is 90.2%, compared to the national average of 92.5%. The percentage of adults with a bachelor's degree or higher is 18.7%, compared to the national average of 33.5%.
The real estate market in Harper County is relatively affordable, with the median home value at $87,400. The median rent is $711, which is lower than the national median of $1,062. The median price per square foot is $73, which is lower than the national median of $152. The vacancy rate is 5.4%, which is lower than the national average of 6.9%.
Overall, Harper County is a rural area with a population that is largely white and slightly older than the national average. The median household income is lower than the national average, and the education level is slightly lower as well. The real estate market is relatively affordable, with median home values and rents lower than the national median.