Garden City

Finney County, Kansas

Population 38K |Median income $73,009 |1 hospital

Population

38,084

Finney County

Median Income

$73,009

+7% vs avg

Median Home Value

$201,400

-12% vs avg

Median Age

31.9

years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024

Population

38K+3%

Median Income

$73,009+52%

Median Home Value

$201,400+84%

Poverty Rate

11.1%-31%

Unemployment

4.1%+2%

Economics

Median Rent

$1,048/mo

Poverty Rate

11.1% -22% vs avg

Unemployment 4.1%

Bachelor's Degree+ 19%

Work From Home 3.9%

Public Transit 0.2%

Population

White 50.1%

African American 4.6%

Asian 3.9%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

Obesity

37.3%

Short Sleep Duration

36.5%

Physical Inactivity

33%

High Blood Pressure

32.9%

Lack of Health Insurance

21.1%

Frequent Mental Distress

17%

Binge Drinking

15.7%

Current Smoking

15.3%

Frequent Physical Distress

14.4%

Diabetes

13.1%

Preventive Care

Annual Checkup 72.7%

Dental Visit 53.1%

Other Measures

Current Asthma

9.7%

Coronary Heart Disease

6.2%

Stroke

3.2%

Hospitals 1 total

Rating Distribution

★★★★★

★★★★

★★★

★★

★

Average Rating

2/5

Total Hospitals

With ER

ST. CATHERINE HOSPITAL - GARDEN CITY

GARDEN CITY · Acute Care Hospitals · ER

★★☆☆☆

Alerts & News — Garden City Area 6

Air Quality

Air Quality Alert: Kansas City Reaches Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups Level

EPA · 1d ago

Air Quality

Kansas City Air Quality Alert: PM10 Levels Reach Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups

EPA · 2d ago

Flood Warnings

Flood Alert Issued for River Kennet and Tributaries Across Swindon and West Berkshire

Environment Agency · 2d ago

Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Ashley County, AR and Morehouse Parish, LA

NOAA · 2d ago

Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning for Chicot, Washington, and Bolivar Counties Until 8:45 PM CDT

NOAA · 2d ago

Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Southeast Arkansas and Northwest Mississippi

NOAA · 2d ago

Frequently Asked Questions 6

What is the population of Garden City, KS? ▼

Garden City, KS has a population of 38,084 people, located in Finney County, Kansas.

What is the median household income in Garden City? ▼

The median household income in Garden City, KS is $73,009 per year. The poverty rate is 11.1%.

What is the median home value in Garden City? ▼

The median home value in Garden City, KS is $201,400. Median rent is $1,048/month.

What are the top health concerns in Garden City? ▼

The top health indicators in Garden City include Obesity (37.3%), Short Sleep Duration (36.5%), Physical Inactivity (33%). Data from CDC PLACES.

How many hospitals are in Garden City? ▼

Garden City has 1 hospital with an average rating of 2/5 stars. 1 have emergency departments.

What is the median age in Garden City? ▼

The median age in Garden City, KS is 31.9 years. 19% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Garden City, KS is located in Finney County, Kansas. With a population of 38K and a median household income of $73,009, the community faces health challenges including obesity and short sleep duration. Residents have access to 1 hospital with an average rating of 2/5 stars. Safety alerts for the Garden City area are monitored from federal and state agencies including FEMA, NOAA, FDA, and CPSC.

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Data Sources

All data on this page comes from official U.S. government sources. Population and economic data from the Census Bureau American Community Survey (2022 5-year estimates). Health data from the CDC PLACES program (2023). Hospital ratings from CMS Hospital Compare (2024). Data is county-level (Finney County) as the smallest consistent geographic unit across all sources.

Disclaimer: This information is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. Data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, FBI UCR, CDC PLACES, and NCES. Consult a qualified professional before making decisions based on this data.