Living in Osage County, Kansas

Osage County is a county in Kansas with a population of around 15,847, part of the Topeka, KS MSA metro area. The main communities are Osage City, Carbondale, Overbrook.

Cost of Living

Median rent is $716/month, well below the national average, with a median home price of around $178K. The county has one of the lowest unemployment rates in the country at 2.9%.

Weather and Climate

The climate brings cold winters (highs around 44°F) and hot summers (highs around 87°F). Mountains are 1-3 hours away. Natural hazard risks include hurricane risk, tornado risk and wildfire risk.

Demographics

Osage County has middle-aged demographics, with a median age of 44 and a predominantly working-class population (19% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher). The county votes strongly Republican.