Salina

Saline County, Kansas

Population 54K |Median income $65,422 |2 hospitals

Population

53,668

Saline County

Median Income

$65,422

-4% vs avg

Median Home Value

$179,600

-21% vs avg

Median Age

39.9

years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024

Population

54K-4%

Median Income

$65,422+39%

Median Home Value

$179,600+50%

Poverty Rate

11.9%-32%

Unemployment

4.8%-23%

Economics

Median Rent

$961/mo

Poverty Rate

11.9% -16% vs avg

Unemployment 4.8%

Bachelor's Degree+ 29.1%

Work From Home 6.8%

Public Transit 0.2%

Population

White 82.1%

African American 3.7%

Asian 1.7%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

Obesity

41.1%

High Blood Pressure

35.5%

Short Sleep Duration

32.4%

Physical Inactivity

28.8%

Frequent Mental Distress

16.4%

Binge Drinking

16.3%

Current Smoking

15.1%

Frequent Physical Distress

13.1%

Diabetes

12.1%

Lack of Health Insurance

10.1%

Preventive Care

Dental Visit 63.3%

Annual Checkup 76.6%

Other Measures

Current Asthma

9.9%

Coronary Heart Disease

7.3%

Stroke

3.6%

Hospitals 2 total

Rating Distribution

★★★★★

★★★★

★★★

★★

★

Average Rating

3/5

Total Hospitals

With ER

SALINA REGIONAL HEALTH CENTER

SALINA · Acute Care Hospitals · ER

★★★☆☆

Alerts & News — Salina 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 Salina, KS? ▼

Salina, KS has a population of 53,668 people, located in Saline County, Kansas.

What is the median household income in Salina? ▼

The median household income in Salina, KS is $65,422 per year. The poverty rate is 11.9%.

What is the median home value in Salina? ▼

The median home value in Salina, KS is $179,600. Median rent is $961/month.

What are the top health concerns in Salina? ▼

The top health indicators in Salina include Obesity (41.1%), High Blood Pressure (35.5%), Short Sleep Duration (32.4%). Data from CDC PLACES.

How many hospitals are in Salina? ▼

Salina has 2 hospitals with an average rating of 3/5 stars. 1 have emergency departments.

What is the median age in Salina? ▼

The median age in Salina, KS is 39.9 years. 29.1% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Salina, KS is located in Saline County, Kansas. With a population of 54K and a median household income of $65,422, the community faces health challenges including obesity and high blood pressure. Residents have access to 2 hospitals with an average rating of 3/5 stars. Safety alerts for the Salina 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 (Saline 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.