Hodgeman County Public RecordsKansas

Hodgeman County, KS, is served primarily by Hodgeman County USD 227, which operates 2 schools: an elementary and a combined middle/high school. The district enrolls around 230 students in total, with a high school graduation rate of approximately 93%. About 16% of adults hold a bachelor’s degree or higher. The schools offer FFA, athletics, and dual-credit programs. School safety remains a priority, with no significant incidents reported recently. Hodgeman County USD 227 schools have received a rating of 7/10 from GreatSchools. Adult education opportunities are limited but available through regional community colleges.

As of 2022, Hodgeman County, KS, has an employment rate around 63.1%. Agriculture is the leading industry, employing approximately 28% of workers, followed by education, health, and social services at 21%, and retail trade at 10%. Major occupation types include management (22%), office/administrative support (12%), and farming/fishing/forestry (15%). The average commute time is 14 minutes, with about 77% of residents driving alone. Most workers are employed within Hodgeman County, while about 23% commute to neighboring counties, primarily Ford and Ness.

Hodgeman County, KS, has a high homeownership rate of about 77%, with the median home value around $81,500 (2022 ACS). Rental options are limited, with a median gross rent of $573. Housing types are predominantly single-family homes, mostly in the towns of Jetmore and Hanston. The county’s property market remains stable, with modest annual value increases (about 2-3% recently). Property taxes average 1.4% of home value, equating to roughly $1,150 per year on the median home. The area offers quiet, close-knit neighborhoods and affordable housing compared to state and national averages.

As of the 2020 Census, Hodgeman County, Kansas, had a population of 1,723. The median age was 44.3 years, with 51.1% male and 48.9% female residents. Racially, the population was 94.1% White, 1.8% Native American, 0.5% African American, 0.3% Asian, and 2.6% from other or multiple races; 6.7% identified as Hispanic or Latino.

Hodgeman County, Kansas, had approximately 1,200 registered voters in 2022, mostly Republican (about 75%), with Democrats and unaffiliated making up the rest. Local, state, and federal elections are held, with recent turnout rates around 65% for general elections. County Commission, school board, and municipal issues are on local ballots. Polling occurs at the Jetmore Community Center. In 2020, Donald Trump won over 85% of the county vote. County Clerk’s Office administers elections. Key issues include agriculture policy and rural healthcare. The main political parties are Republican and Democratic, with Libertarian presence minimal.

Hodgeman County, KS, is considered one of the safer counties in the state, with a crime rate significantly below the national average. In 2022, the county reported just 3 property crimes and 0 violent crimes, resulting in a total crime rate of approximately 49 per 100,000 residents. Law enforcement in Hodgeman County, led by the Sheriff's Office, maintains a strong community presence and encourages prompt reporting of suspicious activities. Overall, residents benefit from a peaceful environment with minimal safety concerns.