Abilene, KS
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Abilene, KS
At a Glance
How Abilene Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Abilene's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Abilene a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Abilene residents earn a median household income of $56,592 , which is 25% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $34,852. The unemployment rate stands at 2.2% (39% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 6.7% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 563 business establishments, including 40 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Abilene is $136,000 , 52% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $185,028. Median rent is $788/month, with 31.9% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 90.1 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1956.
Safety & Crime
Abilene reports 264 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 31% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,351/100K.
Education
20.7% of adults in Abilene hold a bachelor's degree or higher (39% below the national average). 92.0% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.0/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Abilene has an average annual temperature of 58°F (14°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 34.3 inches.