Wichita city, Kansas
Wichita city profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Wichita city is a geographic entity located in Sedgwick County, Kansas. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 400,987. The land area covers 166.29 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population (2025 PEP Estimate) | 400,987 | — | 2025 / Census |
| Median Age | 35.7 yrs | ±0.3 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 158,589 | ±1,368 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (PEP, ACS 5-Year).
Housing & Real Estate Profile
| Housing Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Total Housing Units | 176,411 | ±817 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 158,589 | ±1,368 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 17,822 | ±1,153 |
| Median Home Value | $190,800 | ±$4,295 |
| Median Gross Rent | $975 | ±$16 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $64,620 | ±$1,440 |
| Per Capita Income | $36,960 | ±$1,088 |
| Poverty Rate | 15.9% | ±0.9% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 62,159 | ±3,670 |
| Unemployment Rate | 5.6% | ±0.4% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 193,368 | ±2,224 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 91.5% | ±0.3% |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Local Government & Public Administration
Authoritative general-purpose local government units serving this area
U.S. Census Bureau GUS (2026) / GMAF
| Government Unit | Unit Type | Jurisdiction Role | Contact / Address |
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GUS Population: 400,991 (2024)
ID: 201810
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Municipal | Official Local Government |
Contact: DIRECTOR OF FINANCE
455 N MAIN ST, 12TH FLOOR, WICHITA KS 67202-1677
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GUS Population: 536,081 (2024)
ID: 164658
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: MANAGEMENT INTERN
525 N MAIN ST, STE 320, WICHITA KS 67203-3731
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Wichita | PK-05 | Wichita, KS | |
| Regular School Wichita | PK-05 | Wichita, KS | |
| Regular School Wichita | 06-08 | Wichita, KS | |
| Regular School Wichita | PK-05 | Wichita, KS | |
| Regular School Wichita | PK-05 | Wichita, KS | |
| Regular School Wichita | PK-05 | Wichita, KS | |
| Regular School Wichita | PK-05 | Wichita, KS | |
| Regular School Wichita | KG-05 | Wichita, KS | |
| Regular School Wichita | 06-08 | Wichita, KS | |
| Regular School Wichita | KG-05 | Wichita, KS |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 10 civic institutions across 3 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
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ASCENSION VIA CHRISTI HOSPITALS WICHITA, INC.
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Hospital | City address association | 929 NORTH ST FRANCIS STREET, WICHITA, KS, 67214 |
(316) 268-5000
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Kansas Health Science University
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College | 0.7 mi away | 217 E. Douglas Ave, Wichita, KS, 67202 |
3168663482
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ADVANCED LEARNING LIBRARY
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Library | 0.1 mi away | 711 W 2ND ST. N, WICHITA, KS, 67203 |
(316) 261-8520
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CORTERRA OF WICHITA LLC
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Psychiatric | City address association | 7447 WEST VILLAGE CIRCLE, WICHITA, KS, 67205 |
(316) 372-8892
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Friends University
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College | 1.3 mi away | 2100 W. University Ave., Wichita, KS, 67213 |
3162955000
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WICHITA PUBLIC LIBRARY BOOKMOBILE
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Library | 0.1 mi away | 711 W 2ND ST. N, WICHITA, KS, 67203 | — |
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KANSAS HEART HOSPITAL
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Hospital | City address association | 3601 NORTH WEBB ROAD, WICHITA, KS, 67226 |
(316) 630-5000
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Old Town Barber College
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College Vocational | 1.4 mi away | 1211 E Douglas, Wichita, KS, 67211-1605 |
3162644891202
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EVERGREEN
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Library | 2.8 mi away | 2601 N. ARKANSAS, WICHITA, KS, 67204 |
(316) 303-8181
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KANSAS SPINE & SPECIALTY HOSPITAL, LLC
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Hospital | City address association | 3333 NORTH WEBB ROAD, WICHITA, KS, 67226 |
(316) 462-5310
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Distances calculated from authoritative source coordinates. Source: CMS, IMLS, NCES IPEDS.
Climate & Weather Observations
NOAA Monthly Climate Normals
Observation Station: Climate data reflects NOAA 1991–2020 standard normals recorded at WICHITA, KS US, located 5.7 miles from Wichita city. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 43.9° | 22.5° | 33.2° | 0.85" | 2.7" |
| February | 48.9° | 26.3° | 37.6° | 1.20" | 3.6" |
| March | 59.1° | 35.7° | 47.4° | 2.30" | 2.1" |
| April | 68.3° | 44.8° | 56.5° | 3.10" | 0.2" |
| May | 77.5° | 55.9° | 66.7° | 5.17" | 0.0" |
| June | 87.9° | 65.9° | 76.9° | 4.93" | 0.0" |
| July | 92.6° | 70.4° | 81.5° | 3.98" | 0.0" |
| August | 91.0° | 68.8° | 79.9° | 4.30" | 0.0" |
| September | 83.3° | 60.1° | 71.7° | 3.05" | 0.0" |
| October | 70.8° | 47.2° | 59.0° | 2.85" | 0.2" |
| November | 57.0° | 34.7° | 45.8° | 1.36" | 0.8" |
| December | 45.8° | 25.4° | 35.6° | 1.22" | 3.1" |
Source: NOAA U.S. Climate Normals (1991–2020).
Local Weather Forecast
Weather forecast data is currently unavailable in the local cache.
Nearby Cities & Communities
Listing adjacent communities by spatial proximity (miles)
Proximity discovery
| Community Name | Classification | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wichita city | City | 0.0 mi | — |
| Eastborough city | City | 4.9 mi | — |
| Oaklawn-Sunview CDP | CDP | 6.2 mi | — |
| McConnell AFB CDP | CDP | 6.2 mi | — |
| Bel Aire city | City | 8.2 mi | — |
| Park City city | City | 8.3 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 2017379000. • Official Source Dataset →
- Socioeconomic & Housing Metrics: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates and Population Estimates Program (PEP). Margin of Error (MOE) intervals are reported where published; suppressed values are never estimated or replaced with false zeros.
- Civic Directory Datasets: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS Hospital Directory), National Center for Education Statistics (NCES IPEDS Postsecondary Directory), and Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS Public Libraries Survey). Airport landing facilities are provided by airport-data.com.
- Weather & Climate Observations: National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020 and National Weather Service (NWS) point forecasts.