Mitchell, KS County is a small county located in the state of Kansas. With a population of 5,884 and a population density of 8 people per square mile, it is significantly less populous and less dense than the United States as a whole which has an estimated population of 329,725,481 and a population density of 93 people per square mile. Mitchell offers numerous businesses, outdoor activities, organizations and sporting events that not only provide entertainment for locals but also attract visitors from other nearby places. Some local businesses include Sweet Peas Floral & Gifts, KK's Pizza & More, Reeser Farms Market and Real Estate Group. Mitchell provides many year-round outdoor activities such as hiking through the towering Sand Hills Canyons or canoeing down the Big Blue River. The community also has organizations like the American Legion Post #87 and various 4H groups to help build relationships and foster growth within its citizens. Other attractions include local football games at the high school or collegiate level during the fall season.
The population in Mitchell County is 5,884. There are 8 people per square mile aka population density. The median age in Mitchell County is 42.6, the US median age is 38.4. The number of people per household in Mitchell County is 2.2, the US average of people per household is 2.6.
Family in Mitchell County
- 53.2% are married
- 9.0% are divorced
- 25.0% are married with children
- 12.2% have children, but are single
Race in Mitchell County
- 95.6% are White
- 0.7% are Black
- 0.5% are Asian
- 0.4% are Native American
- 0.0% claim Other
- 2.2% claim Hispanic ethnicity
- 0.6% Two or more races
- 0.0% Hawaiian, Pacific Islander