Ness County's 2026 population is estimated at 2,573, reflecting a -0.85% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Ness County is the 88th largest county in Kansas. The 2010 population was 3,103 and has grown -17.08% since 2010.
Data after 2023 is projected based on recent change
Overall: 45.1 years
Female: 45.1 years
Male: 45.1 years
There are 2,129 adults, (664 of whom are seniors) in Ness County.
Female: 1,306 (49.2%)
Male: 1,347 (50.8%)
The racial composition of Ness County includes 80.81% White, 12.29% other race, and smaller percentages for Native American, Asian and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 2,144 | 80.81% |
| Other race | 326 | 12.29% |
| Two or more races | 164 | 6.18% |
| Native American | 14 | 0.53% |
| Asian | 5 | 0.19% |
Ness County 's average per capita income is $44,929. Household income levels show a median of $68,616. The poverty rate stands at 11.23%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $96,528 | - |
| Families | $90,962 | $115,708 |
| Households | $68,616 | $98,174 |
| Non Families | $45,521 | $59,228 |
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