Chase County, Kansas: Rural GOP Stronghold
Kansas · Presidential Elections 1892–2024
R+50.8
2024 Margin
D+1.4%
2020→2024 Swing
R since 1940
Voting Streak
3K
Population
Chase County, Kansas voted R+50.8 for Donald Trump in 2024, with Trump receiving 1,090 votes (74.56%). This represented a D+1.4% swing toward Democrats compared to 2020. The county has voted Republican in every presidential election since 1940.
Quick Stats
2024 ResultR+50.8
2020→2024 SwingD+1.4%
Voting StreakR since 1940
Elections on Record34
Demographics
Population2,572
Median Age
44.1(US: 38.4)
College (BA+)
29.3%(US: 34.6%)
Median Income
$52,481(US: $78k)
White (non-Hisp)
87.0%(US: 57.5%)
Hispanic
8.1%(US: 18.6%)
Homeownership
71.9%(US: 64.2%)
Poverty Rate
10.5%(US: 12.4%)
Veterans
7.5%(US: 6.4%)
Non-English (CVAP)
3.0%(US: 17.1%)
Community Profile
Religious Composition
Source: Religion Census 2020CatholicSwing vote
11.1%(-7.6 vs US)
Mainline ProtestantSuburban swing
10.2%(+5.0 vs US)
EvangelicalStrongly R
8.7%(-7.8 vs US)
Age Distribution
Median:44.1 yrs(US: 38.5)
Under 18Future voters
21.0%
18-29Lean D, low turnout
6.4%↓
30-44Swing voters
17.2%
45-64Lean R, high turnout
31.4%↑
65+Lean R, highest turnout
24.0%↑
National average
Employment by Industry
Source: Census ACSManufacturingVery high
18.4%AgricultureVery high
12.4%Education
8.5%HealthcareVery low
6.6%Retail TradeBelow avg
6.3%ConstructionBelow avg
3.7%Political relevance:
Manufacturing: Trade policy sensitiveAgriculture: Farm bill, rural RHealthcare: ACA debates
+ 1 more industries
Presidential Elections
Presidential Results
| Year | Democrat | Republican | Margin | Swing |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 23.8%(348) | 74.6%(1,090) | R+50.8 | D+1.4 |
| 2020 | 23.1%(345) | 75.3%(1,123) | R+52.2 | R+4.5 |
| 2016 | 23.1%(316) | 70.8%(969) | R+47.7 | R+7.0 |
| 2012 | 28.2%(358) | 68.8%(875) | R+40.7 | D+2.2 |
| 2008 | 27.7%(383) | 70.5%(976) | R+42.9 | R+0.4 |
| 2004 | 27.9%(418) | 70.3%(1,055) | R+42.4 | R+7.7 |
| 2000 | 29.7%(391) | 64.4%(848) | R+34.7 | R+16.5 |
| 1996 | 32.0%(496) | 50.2%(778) | R+18.2 | R+9.9 |
| 1992 | 27.9%(470) | 36.2%(610) | R+8.3 | D+15.4 |
| 1988 | 36.9%(538) | 60.6%(884) | R+23.7 | D+25.2 |
Source: Official state election returns via MIT Election Data + Science Lab
Senate Elections
Senate Results
| Year | Democrat | Republican | Margin | Swing |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 20.8%(245) | 76.3%(898) | R+55.5 | R+12.8 |
| 2020 | 26.2%(390) | 68.9%(1,025) | R+42.7 | D+11.9 |
| 2016 | 19.7%(271) | 74.3%(1,021) | R+54.5 | D+5.4 |
| 2014 | 0.0%(0) | 59.9%(649) | R+59.9 | D+6.2 |
| 2010 | 15.2%(163) | 81.3%(874) | R+66.1 | R+22.4 |
| 2008 | 26.6%(366) | 70.4%(967) | R+43.7 | D+11.1 |
| 2004 | 20.8%(302) | 75.6%(1,100) | R+54.9 | D+32.4 |
| 2002 | 0.0%(0) | 87.3%(932) | R+87.3 | R+51.2 |
| 1998 | 30.5%(267) | 66.5%(583) | R+36.1 | R+22.0 |
| 1996 | 41.0%(625) | 55.0%(839) | R+14.0 | D+5.9 |
Source: Official state election returns via MIT Election Data + Science Lab
Governor Elections
Governor Results
| Year | Democrat | Republican | Margin | Swing |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 39.1%(463) | 58.4%(692) | R+19.3 | R+1.8 |
| 2018 | 36.1%(440) | 53.6%(653) | R+17.5 | R+4.0 |
| 2014 | 40.7%(440) | 54.2%(586) | R+13.5 | D+31.4 |
| 2010 | 24.7%(265) | 69.6%(747) | R+44.9 | R+28.4 |
| 2006 | 41.2%(487) | 57.7%(682) | R+16.5 | R+26.2 |
| 2002 | 53.8%(605) | 44.1%(496) | D+9.7 | D+63.9 |
| 1998 | 20.1%(176) | 74.4%(650) | R+54.2 | R+20.6 |
| 1994 | 33.2%(418) | 66.8%(841) | R+33.6 | R+32.9 |
| 1990 | 43.6%(525) | 44.3%(534) | R+0.8 | D+14.3 |
| 1986 | 42.5%(566) | 57.5%(767) | R+15.1 | R+23.7 |
Source: Official state election returns via MIT Election Data + Science Lab