Mitchell County's 2026 population is estimated at 5,831, reflecting a 0.24% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Mitchell County is the 58th largest county in Kansas. The 2010 population was 6,336 and has grown -7.97% since 2010.
Data after 2023 is projected based on recent change
Overall: 43.1 years
Female: 43.9 years
Male: 41.3 years
There are 4,454 adults, (1,320 of whom are seniors) in Mitchell County.
Female: 2,840 (49.1%)
Male: 2,939 (50.9%)
The racial composition of Mitchell County includes 93.58% White, and smaller percentages for other race, Asian, Native American, Black or African American and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 5,408 | 93.58% |
| Two or more races | 222 | 3.84% |
| Other race | 88 | 1.52% |
| Asian | 39 | 0.67% |
| Native American | 16 | 0.28% |
| Black or African American | 6 | 0.1% |
Mitchell County 's average per capita income is $44,071. Household income levels show a median of $64,246. The poverty rate stands at 12.2%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $94,125 | - |
| Families | $86,576 | $104,011 |
| Households | $64,246 | $85,506 |
| Non Families | $37,800 | $58,948 |
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