Elk County's 2026 population is estimated at 2,352, reflecting a -1.75% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Elk County is the 95th largest county in Kansas. The 2010 population was 2,868 and has grown -17.99% since 2010.
Data after 2023 is projected based on recent change
Overall: 48.8 years
Female: 50.4 years
Male: 48 years
There are 1,886 adults, (699 of whom are seniors) in Elk County.
Female: 1,247 (50.8%)
Male: 1,206 (49.2%)
The racial composition of Elk County includes 88.34% White, and smaller percentages for other race, Native American, Asian, Black or African American and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 2,167 | 88.34% |
| Two or more races | 234 | 9.54% |
| Other race | 26 | 1.06% |
| Native American | 18 | 0.73% |
| Asian | 6 | 0.24% |
| Black or African American | 2 | 0.08% |
Elk County 's average per capita income is $41,201. Household income levels show a median of $64,609. The poverty rate stands at 10.37%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $75,391 | - |
| Families | $71,685 | $81,049 |
| Households | $64,609 | $73,099 |
| Non Families | $36,375 | $53,431 |
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