Hays

Ellis County, Kansas

Population 29K |Median income $63,084 |1 hospital

Population

28,920

Ellis County

Median Income

$63,084

-7% vs avg

Median Home Value

$216,300

-5% vs avg

Median Age

33.2

years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024

Population

29K+1%

Median Income

$63,084+46%

Median Home Value

$216,300+56%

Poverty Rate

18.3%+13%

Unemployment

3.2%-22%

Economics

Median Rent

$943/mo

Poverty Rate

18.3% +29% vs avg

Unemployment 3.2%

Bachelor's Degree+ 38.9%

Work From Home 6.2%

Public Transit 0%

Population

White 88.7%

African American 1.8%

Asian 1.6%

Two or More Ethnicities 0.6%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

Obesity

36.5%

Short Sleep Duration

33.9%

High Blood Pressure

31.7%

Physical Inactivity

23.6%

Binge Drinking

19.1%

Frequent Mental Distress

17.2%

Current Smoking

13.1%

Frequent Physical Distress

11.8%

Current Asthma

9.9%

Diabetes

9.8%

Preventive Care

Annual Checkup 76.1%

Dental Visit 67.4%

Other Measures

Lack of Health Insurance

8.6%

Coronary Heart Disease

6.1%

Stroke

Hospitals 1 total

Rating Distribution

★★★★★

★★★★

★★★

★★

★

Average Rating

4/5

Total Hospitals

With ER

HAYS MEDICAL CENTER

HAYS · Acute Care Hospitals · ER

★★★★☆

Alerts & News — Hays 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 Hays, KS? ▼

Hays, KS has a population of 28,920 people, located in Ellis County, Kansas.

What is the median household income in Hays? ▼

The median household income in Hays, KS is $63,084 per year. The poverty rate is 18.3%.

What is the median home value in Hays? ▼

The median home value in Hays, KS is $216,300. Median rent is $943/month.

What are the top health concerns in Hays? ▼

The top health indicators in Hays include Obesity (36.5%), Short Sleep Duration (33.9%), High Blood Pressure (31.7%). Data from CDC PLACES.

How many hospitals are in Hays? ▼

Hays has 1 hospital with an average rating of 4/5 stars. 1 have emergency departments.

What is the median age in Hays? ▼

The median age in Hays, KS is 33.2 years. 38.9% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Hays, KS is located in Ellis County, Kansas. With a population of 29K and a median household income of $63,084, the community faces health challenges including obesity and short sleep duration. Residents have access to 1 hospital with an average rating of 4/5 stars. Safety alerts for the Hays 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 (Ellis 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.