Great Bend

KS

Barton County, Kansas

Population 25K |Median income $58,851 |3 hospitals

Population
25,097
Barton County
Median Income
$58,851
-13% vs avg
Median Home Value
$126,400
-44% vs avg
Median Age
38.8
years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024
Population
25K-9%
Median Income
$58,851+31%
Median Home Value
$126,400+68%
Poverty Rate
15.4%+11%
Unemployment
3.9%-44%

Economics

Median Rent
$761/mo
Poverty Rate
15.4% +8% vs avg
Unemployment 3.9%
Bachelor's Degree+ 21.7%
Work From Home 8.7%
Public Transit 0.1%

Population

White 81.4%
Two or More Ethnicities 1.1%
African American 0.6%
Asian 0.2%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

Obesity
38.8%
High Blood Pressure
38.3%
Short Sleep Duration
33%
Physical Inactivity
30.2%
Current Smoking
16.3%
Frequent Mental Distress
16.2%
Binge Drinking
14.6%
Frequent Physical Distress
14.4%
Diabetes
13.4%
Lack of Health Insurance
11.7%

Preventive Care

Annual Checkup 78%
Dental Visit 62.4%

Other Measures

Current Asthma
10.1%
Coronary Heart Disease
8.2%
Stroke
4%

Hospitals 3 total

Rating Distribution
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Average Rating
4/5
Total Hospitals
3
With ER
1
UNIVERSITY OF KS HLTH SYSTEM GREAT BEND CAMPUS
GREAT BEND · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★★★☆

Alerts & News — Great Bend 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 Great Bend, KS? ▼
Great Bend, KS has a population of 25,097 people, located in Barton County, Kansas.
What is the median household income in Great Bend? ▼
The median household income in Great Bend, KS is $58,851 per year. The poverty rate is 15.4%.
What is the median home value in Great Bend? ▼
The median home value in Great Bend, KS is $126,400. Median rent is $761/month.
What are the top health concerns in Great Bend? ▼
The top health indicators in Great Bend include Obesity (38.8%), High Blood Pressure (38.3%), Short Sleep Duration (33%). Data from CDC PLACES.
How many hospitals are in Great Bend? ▼
Great Bend has 3 hospitals with an average rating of 4/5 stars. 1 have emergency departments.
What is the median age in Great Bend? ▼
The median age in Great Bend, KS is 38.8 years. 21.7% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Great Bend, KS is located in Barton County, Kansas. With a population of 25K and a median household income of $58,851, the community faces health challenges including obesity and high blood pressure. Residents have access to 3 hospitals with an average rating of 4/5 stars. Safety alerts for the Great Bend 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 (Barton 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.