Ada, KS

Kansas

Ada is a small town in Kansas with a population of 70.

1.4 /5.0
F Poor
70 Population 28/sq mi density
$85,000 Home Value
55°F Avg Temperature
F
Overall
1.4 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
F
Education
1.4 / 5.0
4.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Home Value $85,000
70% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 4.4%
87% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.4%
20% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 11.4%
8% lower than US avg

How Ada Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population70
Median Age41.0 yrs
Density28/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 96%
Veterans46.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$23,019
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty11.4%
County GDP$150M
Commute32 min

Housing

Home Value$85,000
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Health

Obesity38.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.5%
Heart Disease5.7%

Climate

Avg Temp55°F (13°C)
AQI39 (Good)
Rain31.7 in/yr
Elevation1,323 ft (403 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+4.4%
High School+95.6%
School Score5.80

Community

2024 VoteR 82% / D 16%
Commute32 min
Broadband26.0%
Libraries2

Is Ada a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Ada receives an overall livability score of 1.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of F. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Ada faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 11.4% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Ada is $85,000, 70% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership.

Education

4.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Ada experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 31.7 inches, including 17.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Ada has a population of 70 with a density of 28 people per square mile. The median age is 41.0 years, 5% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95.7%), with 4.3% Hispanic.

Population

70
Total Population
28
People / sq mi
41.0yrs
Median Age
5% above US avg
2.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 54.3%
Female 45.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Ada vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Ada vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Ada is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 11.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Income: Ada vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$23,019
Avg Weekly Wage$761
IRS Avg AGI$62,449

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate11.4%
8% below US avg
Establishments (County)157
County GDP$150M

Business (County)

Restaurants7
Healthcare15
Retail15
Manufacturing7

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,478
28% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate5.27%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time31.5 min
Drive Alone69.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home31.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Ada is $85,000, 70% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$85,000
70% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$702
1 Bedroom$753
2 Bedrooms$947
3 Bedrooms$1,223
4 Bedrooms$1,397

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied100.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,478
28% above US avg
Effective Rate5.27%
In Ada, 38.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.5% report depression. 25.2% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Ada vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.4%
20% above US avg
Diabetes9.6%
Heart Disease5.7%
High Blood Pressure31.7%
Asthma9.9%
COPD6.9%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.9%
Physical Inactivity25.2%
Depression21.5%
Mental Distress17.3%
Physical Distress12.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate85.3%
Checkup Rate73.2%
Premature Death10,207/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.9/10
Exercise Access2.3%
Healthcare Facilities15
Ada has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 31.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

29°F Jan (-2°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average55.0°F
2% above US avg
January Average29°F (-2°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall31.7 inches
17% below US avg
Snowfall17.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,323 ft (403 m)
Area2.5 sq mi (6.6 km²)
Population Density28/sq mi
Coordinates39.1622°N, 97.8859°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS20143
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 4.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (87% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 66.6-point margin. 26.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 82.4%
D 15.9%

Winner: Republican by 66.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+4.4%
87% below US avg
High School+95.6%
School Test Score5.80
F Education Grade (1.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density28/sq mi
Total Area2.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access26.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities15
Restaurants7
Retail Stores15

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute31.5 min
Drive Alone69.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home31.0%

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