Sherman County's 2026 population is estimated at 5,806, reflecting a 0.09% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Sherman County is the 59th largest county in Kansas. The 2010 population was 6,018 and has grown -3.52% since 2010.
Data after 2023 is projected based on recent change
Overall: 38.5 years
Female: 42.7 years
Male: 36.9 years
There are 4,508 adults, (1,239 of whom are seniors) in Sherman County.
Female: 2,794 (47.7%)
Male: 3,064 (52.3%)
The racial composition of Sherman County includes 87.64% White, 5% other race, and smaller percentages for Black or African American, Asian and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 5,134 | 87.64% |
| Two or more races | 320 | 5.46% |
| Other race | 293 | 5% |
| Black or African American | 104 | 1.78% |
| Asian | 7 | 0.12% |
Sherman County 's average per capita income is $43,750. Household income levels show a median of $61,750. The poverty rate stands at 10.19%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $82,240 | - |
| Families | $75,106 | $108,381 |
| Households | $61,750 | $86,958 |
| Non Families | $34,455 | $44,809 |
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