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Sedgwick County – Ancestry

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Ancestry refers to the lineage or descent of a person, family, or group, tracing back through generations to identify their origins, heritage, and familial connections. It encompasses the genetic, cultural, and historical ties that link individuals to their forebears, shaping their identity and sense of belonging. Ancestry is a multifaceted concept, intertwining biology, genealogy, history, and culture, and it plays a significant role in how people understand themselves and their place in the world.

At its core, ancestry is rooted in genetics. Each individual inherits a unique combination of DNA from their parents, who in turn inherited their DNA from their own ancestors. This genetic material carries information about physical traits, predispositions to certain health conditions, and even behavioral tendencies. Advances in genetic testing, such as DNA analysis, have made it possible for individuals to trace their biological ancestry with remarkable precision. Companies like 23andMe and AncestryDNA offer services that analyze genetic markers to provide insights into a person's ethnic composition and geographic origins, often revealing surprising connections to distant relatives or previously unknown heritage.

Beyond genetics, ancestry is deeply tied to genealogy, the study of family history and lineage. Genealogical research involves constructing family trees, documenting relationships, and uncovering historical records such as birth certificates, marriage licenses, census data, and immigration documents. This process often reveals stories of migration, resilience, and adaptation, offering a window into the lives of ancestors and the challenges they faced. For many, genealogy is a way to honor their forebears and preserve their legacy for future generations.

Cultural ancestry is another critical dimension, encompassing the traditions, languages, customs, and values passed down through generations. It connects individuals to their ethnic or national heritage, shaping their cultural identity and worldview. For example, someone with Irish ancestry might celebrate St. Patrick's Day, learn traditional Irish dance, or explore the Gaelic language, while someone with Japanese ancestry might practice tea ceremonies, study calligraphy, or observe Obon festivals. Cultural ancestry fosters a sense of continuity and belonging, linking individuals to a broader community with shared experiences and values.

Historical ancestry delves into the broader context of a family's or group's past, including significant events, social conditions, and historical movements that shaped their lives. For instance, the transatlantic slave trade, the Irish Potato Famine, or the Jewish diaspora have profoundly influenced the ancestry of millions of people, leaving lasting imprints on their descendants' identities. Understanding historical ancestry often involves grappling with complex narratives of triumph and tragedy, resilience and oppression, and the interplay of individual and collective experiences.

Ancestry also has a deeply personal and emotional dimension. For many, exploring their ancestry is a journey of self-discovery, offering insights into who they are and where they come from. It can foster a sense of pride, connection, and continuity, as well as a deeper appreciation for the struggles and achievements of those who came before. At the same time, it can raise questions about identity, belonging, and the complexities of heritage, particularly for individuals with mixed or multicultural backgrounds.

In a globalized world, ancestry serves as a bridge between the past and the present, connecting individuals to their roots while also highlighting the interconnectedness of human history. It underscores the diversity and richness of human experience, reminding us that every person's story is part of a larger tapestry woven over centuries. Whether through genetic testing, genealogical research, cultural practices, or historical exploration, ancestry offers a profound way to understand ourselves and our place in the world.

A diversification score measures the diversity of ancestries in the county. As the value appoaches 100, ancestry diversity decreases and therefore increasing the risk of a lack of cultural diversity. The ancestry diversification score for this county is:

12.97

Most common ancestry not including "Unknown" is:

German

 
Ancestry Report Part I
DescriptionTotal Population American Native American Hawaiian Carribean Mexican Central American South American Other Hispanic British Dutch French German Italian

Sedgwick County535,86525,4314,1775003,36069,1143,2421,9744,89934,0273,8506,11469,9015,133
Kansas (in 000's)2,9831602032130224922219233947137
National (in 000's)340,98116,5892,16560710,91237,9175,6004,1394,87718,3212,0964,23427,00610,025
Butler County69,5975,534421305062,577333452425,90058388110,663886
Reno County62,1944,382364401915,33911025734,62858180511,991481
Harvey County34,2192,04217991103,77378861411,8894443148,029333
Cowley County34,4432,9165881541003,038609241742,4763804193,975315
Sumner County22,8481,7761740909894202041,7041633353,881141
Kingman County7,613571355542101222566841091,92126
 
Per Cent to Total PopulationDiversity
Index
 

Sedgwick County12.974.750.780.090.6312.900.610.370.916.350.721.1413.040.96
Kansas12.325.360.660.090.7010.130.810.310.747.340.781.3215.801.23
National10.644.870.640.183.2011.121.641.211.435.370.611.247.922.94
Butler County15.207.950.600.040.733.700.480.060.358.480.841.2715.321.27
Reno County14.897.050.590.060.318.580.180.000.927.440.931.2919.280.77
Harvey County14.755.970.520.030.3211.030.230.250.415.521.300.9223.460.97
Cowley County13.658.471.710.450.298.821.770.070.517.191.101.2211.540.91
Sumner County14.997.770.760.000.394.330.180.000.897.460.711.4716.990.62
Kingman County18.677.500.460.070.712.760.010.030.297.431.101.4325.230.34
 
Comparisons to State Norms % to Total >= 150% % to Total < 50% 

Sedgwick County 88.49118.06100.5988.99127.2674.84120.47123.3386.4691.6486.6082.5678.13
Kansas 100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00
National 90.7296.17191.77454.17109.72203.16396.95192.9573.1678.4194.2550.13239.79
Butler County 148.2791.6246.47103.1836.5459.1921.1446.91115.43106.8596.0896.97103.83
Reno County 131.3888.6469.3443.5984.7021.881.05124.29101.32119.1698.24122.0363.08
Harvey County 111.2779.2328.3645.62108.7928.2082.1955.5975.16165.5069.65148.5179.37
Cowley County 157.86258.56482.0341.2187.03218.7322.7968.1597.88140.7392.3373.0574.59
Sumner County 144.94115.340.0055.9042.7122.740.00120.45101.5591.00111.28107.5150.33
Kingman County 139.8569.6370.81100.6727.221.628.5938.98101.23140.74108.67159.7127.85
 
Comparisons to National Norms % to Total >= 150% % to Total < 50% 

Sedgwick County 97.55122.7552.4619.59115.9936.8430.3563.92118.18116.8891.88164.7032.58
Kansas 110.23103.9852.1522.0291.1449.2225.1951.83136.69127.54106.10199.4941.70
National 100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00
Butler County 163.4495.2624.2322.7233.3029.135.3324.31157.78136.28101.93193.4543.30
Reno County 144.8292.1736.169.6077.2010.770.2664.41138.49151.97104.23243.4326.31
Harvey County 122.6682.3814.7910.0599.1613.8820.7028.81102.74211.0873.89296.2633.10
Cowley County 174.02268.84251.369.0779.32107.675.7435.32133.79179.4897.96145.7231.11
Sumner County 159.77119.930.0012.3138.9311.190.0062.43138.81116.06118.07214.4720.99
Kingman County 154.1772.4036.9222.1724.810.802.1620.20138.37179.50115.29318.6011.62
 
Ancestry Report Part II
DescriptionTotal Population Polish Scandi­navian Scotish Irish Other European Chinese Japanese Korean South Central Asian South East Asian Other Asian Middle Eastern Other Ancestry Unknown

Sedgwick County535,8652,7068,86935,24613,0831,7462908354,08614,2011,6133,048114,136104,284
Kansas (in 000's)2,983216823292132624321110501619
National (in 000's)340,9815,2116,56222,89210,8864,3408331,7585,3296,0541,4412,14472,84556,198
Butler County69,5972321,4695,7302,52170391382512552922209,28120,498
Reno County62,1942721,3744,5451,558873111097265378,11216,444
Harvey County34,2193408401,7881,165735631711127224,8147,563
Cowley County34,4431206302,68470014418544116475,4529,117
Sumner County22,8481003892,3897251404123038123,5766,060
Kingman County7,61347554991870000316128712,317
 
Per Cent to Total PopulationDiversity
Index
 

Sedgwick County12.970.501.666.582.440.330.050.160.762.650.300.5721.3019.46
Kansas12.320.712.297.793.090.420.070.200.821.070.360.3416.8120.75
National10.641.531.926.713.191.270.240.521.561.780.420.6321.3616.48
Butler County15.200.332.118.233.620.100.060.200.360.370.420.3213.3429.45
Reno County14.890.442.217.312.510.140.050.000.180.120.100.0613.0426.44
Harvey County14.750.992.455.233.400.020.100.180.050.320.080.0614.0722.10
Cowley County13.650.351.837.792.030.040.010.050.161.190.190.0215.8326.47
Sumner County14.990.441.7010.463.170.060.000.020.050.130.170.0515.6526.52
Kingman County18.670.620.726.552.460.000.000.000.000.040.210.1611.4430.43
 
Comparisons to State Norms % to Total >= 150% % to Total < 50% 

Sedgwick County 71.1572.3684.4078.8977.7576.8876.2493.39247.2884.74165.33126.7493.80
Kansas 100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00
National 215.3284.1386.15103.16303.72347.18252.23191.41165.68119.01182.78127.1279.44
Butler County 46.9792.28105.65117.0424.0079.6097.0144.1734.19118.1291.8879.35141.97
Reno County 61.6296.5893.7780.9433.3870.800.7921.4710.8029.4217.2977.61127.44
Harvey County 140.00107.3267.05110.014.88145.2990.086.0830.2722.2118.6983.71106.53
Cowley County 49.0979.9799.9965.679.7016.5025.5719.20111.3452.315.9194.19127.59
Sumner County 61.6774.43134.17102.5314.620.008.576.4312.2546.8215.2793.13127.85
Kingman County 86.9931.5884.1179.370.000.000.000.003.6859.1745.8268.08146.70
 
Comparisons to National Norms % to Total >= 150% % to Total < 50% 

Sedgwick County 33.0486.0197.9776.4725.6022.1430.2348.79149.2571.2190.4599.70118.08
Kansas 46.44118.86116.0896.9332.9328.8039.6552.2560.3684.0354.7178.66125.88
National 100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00
Butler County 21.81109.69122.63113.467.9022.9338.4623.0820.6499.2550.2762.42178.70
Reno County 28.62114.80108.8578.4610.9920.390.3111.216.5224.729.4661.05160.42
Harvey County 65.02127.5777.83106.641.6141.8535.713.1818.2718.6710.2265.85134.10
Cowley County 22.8095.05116.0763.663.194.7510.1410.0367.2143.963.2374.09160.61
Sumner County 28.6488.48155.7499.394.810.003.403.367.3939.348.3573.26160.93
Kingman County 40.4037.5497.6376.940.000.000.000.002.2249.7225.0753.55184.66


Sources: STI: PopStats