Linn County Public RecordsKansas

Linn County, KS has around 6,400 registered voters as of 2024, with Republicans comprising 75%, Democrats 15%, and unaffiliated/other 10%. The county conducts general, primary, and special elections, with the 2022 gubernatorial race seeing 68% turnout; Republicans garnered 79% of the vote. Polling locations include the courthouse in Mound City and precinct sites in Pleasanton and La Cygne. Key issues include property taxes and rural development. Elections are administered by the County Clerk. Administration is transparent, with consistent GOP dominance. Voter registration and polling information are updated on the official county website.

Linn County, KS, has 7 public schools, including 2 high schools, serving about 1,150 students. Approximately 88% of adults hold a high school diploma, while 11% have a bachelor’s degree or higher. The average student-teacher ratio is 12:1. School safety rankings are average, with moderate incidents reported. Educational programs focus on STEM, vocational training, and dual-credit courses. The graduation rate is about 85%. Adult education options are available through nearby community colleges, supporting GED and workforce development. Overall school scores from state assessments average around 60%.

As of 2022, Linn County, KS had an employment rate of approximately 55%, with around 4,000 residents in the workforce. The largest industries are health care & social assistance (16%), construction (13%), and retail trade (11%). Major occupation types include management, sales, and production jobs. About 80% of workers commute outside the county, with the average commute time being 30 minutes; many travel to larger nearby cities such as Kansas City and Ottawa for employment opportunities.

Linn County, KS, boasts a homeownership rate of about 78%, with a median home value near $120,000 and median rents around $750. The property market has seen a 5% annual value increase since 2021. Housing primarily consists of single-family homes, with some lake communities like Sugar Valley Lakes and Pleasanton. Most neighborhoods are rural or small-town. Property tax rates average 1.25%, translating to roughly $1,500 annually on a median-priced home. Rental options are limited, making ownership more common.

As of 2020, Linn County, KS, had a population of approximately 9,591. The median age was about 47.5 years, reflecting an older demographic. By gender, the population was nearly evenly split, with about 50.3% male and 49.7% female. Racially, the county was predominantly White (94.6%), with small percentages of Hispanic or Latino (2.6%), two or more races (2.3%), and other racial groups comprising less than 1% each.

Linn County, KS, maintains a relatively low crime rate compared to state and national averages. According to recent FBI data, the county reported approximately 7.2 crimes per 1,000 residents in 2022, with violent crime rates at 1.1 and property crimes at 6.1 per 1,000. The local sheriff’s department is active in community policing, resulting in higher reporting rates and improved public safety. Overall, Linn County remains a comparatively safe rural area, though residents are advised to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activities.