1st Advantage MortgageIn Haskell County, Kansas, the typical household earns $66,162 a year and the typical rent is $830. A loan makes sense only if its total cost beats your alternatives and the payment fits your budget. Check the lender's Kansas license first.
On this page
- Getting oriented in Haskell County
- Household income in Haskell County
- Work, industries and travel time in Haskell County
- What it costs to live in Haskell County
- The communities that make up Haskell County
- Regional comparison for Haskell County
- Room for a loan payment in Haskell County
- Borrowing situations common in Haskell County
- Haskell County residents: age, schooling, coverage
- Kansas rules that apply in Haskell County
- Four steps for Haskell County borrowers
- Nearby and statewide guides
- Frequently asked questions
Getting oriented in Haskell County
Haskell County is home to about 3,641 people, according to the Census Bureau's 2020 to 2024 American Community Survey, which makes it the 75th most populous of 105 county-level areas in Kansas. Land area is 578 square miles (2024 Gazetteer), so density runs near 6 per square mile. No metropolitan area includes Haskell County in the 2023 federal delineation, so its numbers stand on their own rather than as part of a metro. Of the 2 Census places inside Haskell County, Sublette leads by population with about 1,500; 2 of the 2 are incorporated. Small populations mean wide margins of error, so read every Haskell County figure on this page as a rough guide.
Household income in Haskell County
Half of Haskell County households take in less than $66,162 a year and half take in more, 11% below the Kansas median of $74,275. In the state ranking that is 43rd of 105.
| Income band | Share in Haskell County | Difference from Kansas |
|---|---|---|
| Under $35,000 | 19.1% | -2.6 pts |
| $35,000 to $99,999 | 47.8% | +5.6 pts |
| $100,000 to $199,999 | 27.7% | +1.3 pts |
| $200,000 or more | 5.3% | -4.2 pts |
The spread is wide: 33% of Haskell County households make $100,000 or more, and 19% make less than $35,000. The poverty rate is 11.2%, the same as the state's 11.3%. Income inequality, measured by the Gini index, comes to 0.388 here. None of these numbers decides a Haskell County application. Lenders weigh your own documented income against your own debts.
Work, industries and travel time in Haskell County
By the Census industry count, 20% of employed Haskell County residents work in agriculture, forestry and mining and 17% in education and health care. Agriculture, forestry and mining stands out: 20% of workers here, versus 3% statewide. ACS puts five-year average unemployment at 3.6% in Haskell County. 7% of commuters travel 45 minutes or more each way, and 4% work from home.
| Top industries | Haskell County share | +/- vs Kansas |
|---|---|---|
| Agriculture, forestry and mining | 20.4% | +17.4 pts |
| Education and health care | 16.6% | -8.3 pts |
| Retail trade | 9.8% | -0.8 pts |
| Public administration | 9.5% | +4.9 pts |
| Construction | 9.4% | +3.0 pts |
| Manufacturing | 7.8% | -4.6 pts |
Shorter commutes usually mean lower vehicle costs, which can leave more room for a payment, or for paying a loan off early.
What it costs to live in Haskell County
Renters in Haskell County pay a median of $830 a month, 22% below the Kansas figure of $1,060. 17% of renting households spend 30% or more of income on rent, and 4% spend half or more. The median owner-occupied home is valued at $165,100, about 2.5 times the median household income. The ownership rate is 76%. Half the housing stock was built before 1973.
| Housing | Haskell County | Kansas statewide | Typical U.S. county |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median gross rent | $830/mo | $1,060/mo | $877/mo |
| Median home value | $165,100 | $217,200 | $185,300 |
| Owners | 76% | 67% | 75% |
| Rent-burdened renters | 17% | 43% | 45% |
| Burdened owners | 31% | 22% | n/a |
| Mobile homes | 13.7% | 4.0% | n/a |
| Vacant units | 9% | 9% | n/a |
Because most Haskell County households own, home repairs are a frequent reason to borrow. An unsecured personal loan leaves the house out of the deal, while a HELOC uses it as collateral.
The communities that make up Haskell County
2 Census places fall mainly inside Haskell County; the 2 biggest are below. They account for 2,337 residents, leaving about 36% of the county in unincorporated, unnamed areas. This guide covers each of the 2 places and the rural areas around them.
| Name | Kind | Pop. | Income | Rent | Miles |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sublette | city | 1,500 | $66,331 | $694 | 5 mi |
| Satanta | city | 837 | $51,467 | $1,010 | 10 mi |
Regional comparison for Haskell County
Nearest neighbors first, measured between county centers (23 to 36 miles). 4 of the six report a higher median household income than Haskell County; Gray County is highest at $79,122 and Seward County lowest at $63,827.
| County | Distance | Median income | Median rent | Owners |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Haskell County | - | $66,162 | $830/mo | 76% |
| Grant County, KS | 23 mi | $66,476 | $718/mo | 77% |
| Seward County, KS | 26 mi | $63,827 | $905/mo | 62% |
| Gray County, KS | 27 mi | $79,122 | $808/mo | 77% |
| Stevens County, KS | 34 mi | $64,178 | $927/mo | 74% |
| Finney County, KS | 35 mi | $73,009 | $1,048/mo | 65% |
| Meade County, KS | 36 mi | $71,852 | $790/mo | 74% |
Room for a loan payment in Haskell County
Here is the Haskell County median household run through a simple DTI check. Your numbers will differ.
- $66,162 a year is $5,514 of gross monthly income
- Median rent: $830, or 15 cents of every gross dollar
- With a 36% ceiling, about $1,155 remains for car, card, student and any new loan payments
- $1,541: what a 43% ratio leaves once rent is paid
Car, student loan and card payments come out of that room first. Try your own numbers in the calculator.
Borrowing situations common in Haskell County
Where the Haskell County numbers stand out, and why it matters for a loan:
- Medical bills. 17% of Haskell County residents are uninsured. Before borrowing for care, ask the provider about financial assistance and payment plans.
- Mobile home upkeep. 14% of units fall in this category; roof, skirting and HVAC jobs are common reasons to borrow.
- Fraud. Gift cards, wire transfers or fees to unlock a loan mean walk away (report it).
Haskell County residents: age, schooling, coverage
20% of Haskell County adults 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or more. The uninsured rate is 17.4%, against 8.8% for Kansas.
| Indicator | Haskell County | All of Kansas | U.S. county median |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 37.0 | 37.4 | 41.5 |
| Bachelor's or higher | 19.9% | 35.6% | 22.2% |
| No high school diploma | 24.7% | 8.0% | n/a |
| No health insurance | 17.4% | 8.8% | 7.8% |
| No vehicle | 3.4% | 5.1% | 5.4% |
| Work from home | 4.4% | 11.8% | 8.7% |
| Poverty rate | 11.2% | 11.3% | 13.2% |
| Unemployment (ACS) | 3.6% | 3.9% | 4.4% |
| Travel time to work | Workers |
|---|---|
| Under 15 min | 60.2% |
| 15 to 29 min | 19.5% |
| 30 to 44 min | 13.3% |
| 45 to 59 min | 2.0% |
| 60+ min | 5.0% |
Kansas rules that apply in Haskell County
The Kansas Office of the State Bank Commissioner is the place to verify any lender's Kansas license. A CFPB complaint gets forwarded to the company for a response. The Kansas guide covers state rules in more detail.
Four steps for Haskell County borrowers
Steps that save money for Haskell County residents:
- Write down what the expense costs; a smaller loan costs less.
- Ask each lender for the APR and all fees in writing.
- Confirm the lender is licensed in Kansas.
- Lock paid-off cards after consolidating so balances stay at zero.
Nearby and statewide guides
The Kansas guide covers the whole state.
Frequently asked questions
How much do households in Haskell County earn?
The median is $66,162; 33% earn $100,000 or more and 19% under $35,000. A lender uses your own documented income, not this figure.
Is Haskell County expensive for renters?
Median rent is $830 against $1,060 statewide, and 17% of renter households are cost-burdened.
I own my home in Haskell County. Personal loan or HELOC?
A HELOC uses the house as collateral; a personal loan usually does not. With 76% of homes owner-occupied here, many readers can compare both in writing.
What are the biggest places in Haskell County?
By population: Sublette, Satanta. The county has 2 Census places in all.
Are Haskell County applicants treated differently?
No. Everyone answers the same questions and is screened on the same objective points; lending partners set their own criteria under fair-lending laws.