County profile · Kansas
Bourbon County, KS market data
How Bourbon County compares with other counties for 56 business types: competitors, household spending, official counts and growth.
- Population, 2025
- 14,319
- −0.1% since 2020
- Households
- 5,840
- Median household income
- $59,238
- +34.9% vs. 2015–2019, before inflation
- Median home value
- $113,800
- Jobs located here
- 5,727
- Highest market score
- 66
- Auto repair shops, #505 of 2,378 scored counties
A site report maps the competitors on map listings around any address in Bourbon County by name and distance, and the households and spending within reach. Or open the report at the center of Bourbon County. Signed out, you see a blurred preview; on an account, each report is one action.
Free10 actions over 3 days, no cardSurvey estimates 2020–2024 · population estimates 2025 · official business counts 2023 · map listings September 2026 · Data credits · How we measure
What this means
Bourbon County has an estimated 14,319 people and 5,840 households. Between 2020 and 2025, the population of Bourbon County declined 0.1%, against +3.1% for the U.S. Median household income in Bourbon County is $59,238, 27% below the U.S. median of $80,734. Against the 2015–2019 survey, the median rose 34.9%, before inflation.
Relative to the U.S., household spending in Bourbon County runs highest on vehicle maintenance and repairs (an index of 121, where 100 is the U.S. average) and lowest on child care and other personal services (54).
Of the business types scored in Bourbon County, auto repair shops (66), medical and dental practices (64) and hair salons (52) have the highest Groundwork market scores. For auto repair shops, that ranks #505 of 2,378 scored counties.
Against the U.S., map listings per household run highest for gas stations (72% above the U.S. rate) and lowest for real estate businesses (56% below the U.S. rate).
All 56 business types in Bourbon County
Highest Groundwork market score first. Each score compares Bourbon County with other counties for that business type, from 0 to 100. Spending per listing divides a whole spending line (all vehicle repairs, all eating out) by one type’s listings: the demand for each competitor, not a business’s revenue. Compare it across markets with its index, where 100 is the U.S. figure for the same type; the real estate types, whose line is all housing costs, show the index only. How the score works.
| Business type | Score | Rank among counties | Listings | Per 10k households | Spending per listing | Spending per listing vs. U.S. (100) | Official establishments |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Auto repair shops | 66 | #505 of 2,378 | 14 | 24.0 | $484K | 109 | 4 |
| Doctors, dentists and clinics | 64 | #585 of 2,394 | 29 | 49.7 | $257K | 169 | 7 |
| Hair salons | 52 | #1,054 of 2,339 | 10 | 17.1 | $516K | 120 | Under 3 |
| Auto repair and car care | 51 | #1,180 of 2,401 | 24 | 41.1 | $282K | 105 | 10 |
| Real estate | 49 | #1,126 of 2,229 | 10 | 17.1 | Index only | 173 | 4 |
| Gyms, studios and classes | 47 | #1,199 of 2,088 | 6 | 10.3 | $693K | 105 | Under 3 |
| Home repair trades | 46 | #1,209 of 2,057 | 5 | 8.6 | $2.8M | 117 | 10 |
| Salons, barbers and spas | 45 | #1,444 of 2,385 | 20 | 34.2 | $258K | 121 | Under 3 |
| Real estate agents and brokers | 44 | #1,363 of 2,176 | 8 | 13.7 | Index only | 172 | 4 |
| Grocery and convenience stores | 34 | #1,815 of 2,402 | 14 | 24.0 | $2.3M | 69 | Under 3 |
| Gas stations | 34 | #1,826 of 2,358 | 11 | 18.8 | $1.6M | 67 | 11 |
| Sit-down restaurants | 34 | #1,868 of 2,405 | 29 | 49.7 | $687K | 104 | 13 |
| Spas and skin care | 32 | #1,480 of 1,769 | 6 | 10.3 | $859K | 98 | Under 3 |
| Clothing and shoe stores | 31 | #1,673 of 2,087 | 10 | 17.1 | $1M | 81 | Under 3 |
| Clothing, shoes and laundry | 30 | #1,847 of 2,210 | 14 | 24.0 | $733K | 83 | Under 3 |
| Restaurants and cafes | 30 | #2,011 of 2,405 | 56 | 95.9 | $356K | 96 | 31 |
| Convenience stores | 29 | #1,826 of 2,261 | 8 | 13.7 | $4.1M | 52 | Under 3 |
| Gyms | 28 | #1,537 of 1,792 | 5 | 8.6 | $832K | 64 | Under 3 |
| Insurance agencies | 26 | #1,914 of 2,272 | 9 | 15.4 | $1.2M | 96 | 11 |
| Fast food and sandwich shops | 26 | #1,944 of 2,222 | 9 | 15.4 | $2.2M | 73 | 14 |
| Pet businesses | 26 | #1,976 of 2,200 | 7 | 12.0 | $608K | 69 | 5 |
| Coffee shops and cafes | 25 | #1,882 of 2,063 | 8 | 13.7 | $2.5M | 67 | 4 |
| Pizza | 19 | #2,024 of 2,090 | 9 | 15.4 | $2.2M | 44 | 14 |
| Veterinarians | 10 | #1,471 of 1,485 | 6 | 10.3 | $709K | 26 | 5 |
| Child care and preschools | Not scored | Not scored | 4 | 6.8 | $454K | 45 | 5 |
| Chiropractors | Not scored | Not scored | 4 | 6.8 | $1.9M | 78 | Under 3 |
| Dentists and orthodontists | Not scored | Not scored | 4 | 6.8 | $1.9M | 190 | Under 3 |
| Lawn, cleaning and pest control | Not scored | Not scored | 4 | 6.8 | $1.6M | 97 | 6 |
| Tire shops | Not scored | Not scored | 4 | 6.8 | $1.7M | 68 | Under 3 |
| Bakeries and dessert shops | Not scored | Not scored | 3 | 5.1 | $6.6M | 160 | 4 |
| Electricians | Not scored | Not scored | 3 | 5.1 | $4.7M | 39 | 6 |
| Nail salons | Not scored | Not scored | 3 | 5.1 | $1.7M | 103 | Under 3 |
| Primary care and pediatrics | Not scored | Not scored | 3 | 5.1 | $2.5M | 140 | 4 |
| Car washes and detailing | Not scored | Not scored | 2 | 3.4 | $3.4M | Too few | Under 3 |
| Collision repair and body shops | Not scored | Not scored | 2 | 3.4 | $3.4M | Too few | 4 |
| Funeral homes | Not scored | Not scored | 2 | 3.4 | $423K | Too few | 3 |
| Grocery stores | Not scored | Not scored | 2 | 3.4 | $16.4M | Too few | Under 3 |
| House cleaning | Not scored | Not scored | 2 | 3.4 | $3.2M | Too few | Under 3 |
| HVAC and plumbing | Not scored | Not scored | 2 | 3.4 | $7.1M | Too few | 4 |
| Landscaping and lawn care | Not scored | Not scored | 2 | 3.4 | $3.2M | Too few | 6 |
| Laundromats | Not scored | Not scored | 2 | 3.4 | $5.1M | Too few | Under 3 |
| Barbershops | Not scored | Not scored | 1 | 1.7 | $5.2M | Too few | Under 3 |
| Mortgage brokers and lenders | Not scored | Not scored | 1 | 1.7 | Index only | Too few | Under 3 |
| Oil change and quick lube | Not scored | Not scored | 1 | 1.7 | $6.8M | Too few | Under 3 |
| Pet grooming and boarding | Not scored | Not scored | 1 | 1.7 | $4.3M | Too few | Under 3 |
| Physical therapy | Not scored | Not scored | 1 | 1.7 | $7.5M | Too few | 3 |
| Property management | Not scored | Not scored | 1 | 1.7 | Index only | Too few | Under 3 |
| Yoga, Pilates and fitness studios | Not scored | Not scored | 1 | 1.7 | $4.2M | Too few | Under 3 |
| Dry cleaners | Not scored | Not scored | 0 | 0.0 | None listed | None listed | Under 3 |
| Home inspectors | Not scored | Not scored | 0 | 0.0 | None listed | None listed | Under 3 |
| Martial arts and dance studios | Not scored | Not scored | 0 | 0.0 | None listed | None listed | Under 3 |
| Optometrists and eye care | Not scored | Not scored | 0 | 0.0 | None listed | None listed | Under 3 |
| Pest control | Not scored | Not scored | 0 | 0.0 | None listed | None listed | Under 3 |
| Pet stores | Not scored | Not scored | 0 | 0.0 | None listed | None listed | Under 3 |
| Roofing and gutters | Not scored | Not scored | 0 | 0.0 | None listed | None listed | Under 3 |
| Urgent care and walk-in clinics | Not scored | Not scored | 0 | 0.0 | None listed | None listed | Under 3 |
Household spending in Bourbon County
What households here spend in a year on each line, in total and per household, with the index against the U.S. average (100).
| Spending line | A year, all households | Per household | Index vs. U.S. (100) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicle maintenance and repairs | $6.8M | $1,159 | 121 |
| Gasoline and other fuels | $17.6M | $3,005 | 116 |
| Food away from home | $19.9M | $3,413 | 84 |
| Groceries | $32.8M | $5,612 | 89 |
| Personal care products and services | $5.2M | $883 | 88 |
| Child care and other personal services | $1.8M | $311 | 54 |
| Memberships, classes and admissions | $4.2M | $712 | 72 |
| Medical and dental services | $7.5M | $1,277 | 99 |
| Pets | $4.3M | $729 | 80 |
| Clothing, shoes and related services | $10.3M | $1,758 | 86 |
| Vehicle insurance | $10.8M | $1,849 | 94 |
| Home repairs, maintenance and insurance | $14.2M | $2,434 | 81 |
| Lawn care, cleaning and other household services | $6.5M | $1,112 | 79 |
| Rent and homeowner costs | $74.9M | $12,822 | 77 |
Household spending is estimated from the incomes of the households in each neighborhood, using what households at each income spent nationally in 2024, adjusted for the region. It counts what residents spend, wherever they spend it.
Population and households in Bourbon County
- Population, 2025 estimate
- 14,319−0.1% since 2020
- Households
- 5,840
- Median age
- 39.5
- Homes lived in by their owners
- 74%
- Vehicles per household
- 2.1
- Land area
- 636 sq. mi.
- People per square mile
- 23
- Median household income
- $59,238+34.9% vs. 2015–2019, before inflation
- Average household income
- $76,360
- Median home value
- $113,800
- Jobs located here
- 5,727
- Daytime population
- 13,357Residents who don’t work, plus everyone whose job is here
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Questions
How fast is Bourbon County, KS growing?
Population estimates put Bourbon County at 14,319 people in 2025, down 0.1% since 2020, against +3.1% for the U.S. It has 5,840 households. Median household income rose 34.9% from the 2015–2019 survey, before inflation.
How much do households in Bourbon County, KS spend?
Households in Bourbon County spend about $74.9M a year on rent and homeowner costs, $32.8M on groceries and $19.9M on food away from home. Set against the U.S., households in Bourbon County spend the most on vehicle maintenance and repairs (an index of 121, where 100 is the U.S. average) and the least on child care and other personal services (54).
Which business types have the highest market scores in Bourbon County, KS?
The highest Groundwork market scores in Bourbon County are for auto repair shops (66), medical and dental practices (64) and hair salons (52). Bourbon County ranks #505 of 2,378 scored counties for auto repair shops.
How does Bourbon County, KS compare with the U.S.?
The median household income in Bourbon County is $59,238 a year, 27% below the U.S. median of $80,734. The population fell 0.1% from 2020 to 2025, against +3.1% for the U.S. The median home value is $113,800, against $332,700 for the U.S. For its number of households, Bourbon County has the most map listings, relative to the U.S., for gas stations (72% above the U.S. rate) and the fewest for real estate businesses (56% below the U.S. rate).
What is the Groundwork market score?
The Groundwork market score runs from 0 to 100 and compares a market with others of its kind for one business type: states with states, metro areas with metro areas, small-town markets and counties with their own. It weighs household spending per competitor (35%), households per business with payroll (25%), population growth (20%) and spending power (20%), each ranked against those peers. A higher score means that, taken together, the market has more household spending and more households for each business already there, faster population growth and more spending per household than similar markets. It describes a market, not any one site or deal. 24 of the 56 business types have a score in Bourbon County, each ranked against other counties.
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