Median Income $38,750

48% lower than US avg

Home Value $49,300

83% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 37.9%

12% higher than US avg

Obesity Rate 40.1%

25% higher than US avg

Unemployment 5.3%

47% higher than US avg

Poverty Rate 5.3%

57% lower than US avg

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

People

Population110

Median Age58.5 yrs

Density688/mi²

Male / Female41% / 59%

Largest GroupWhite 89%

Veterans87.0%

Economy

Median Income$38,750

Per Capita$24,417

Unemployment5.3%

Poverty5.3%

County GDP$949M

Commute17 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$49,300

RentN/A

OwnershipN/A

Housing Units84

Rent Burden19.0%

Health

Obesity40.1%

Uninsured8.3%

Smoking15.6%

Depression21.9%

Heart Disease5.6%

Climate

Avg Temp56°F (13°C)

AQI39 (Good)

Rain29.0 in/yr

Sunny Days326/yr

Elevation1,680 ft (512 m)

Education

Bachelor's+37.9%

High School+89.7%

Graduate+12.1%

School Score5.80

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 21%

Commute17 min

Broadband57.0%

Libraries5

Is Alden a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Alden receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include a highly educated population, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Alden stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Alden is $38,750, 48% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.3% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 5.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Alden is $49,300, 83% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 37.9% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 89.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Alden enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. With 326 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 29.0 inches, including 9.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Alden has a population of 110 with a density of 688 people per square mile. The median age is 58.5 years, 50% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (89.1%), with 10.9% Hispanic.

Population

110

Total Population

688

People / sq mi

58.5yrs

Median Age

50% above US avg

0.2mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 40.9%

Female 59.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Alden vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	100.0%
	27% above US avg
Spanish	0.0%
	100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Alden vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Alden is $38,750, which is 48% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 5.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes.

Income: Alden vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$38,750
	48% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$24,417
Avg Weekly Wage	$972
IRS Avg AGI	$64,022

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	5.3%
	47% above US avg
Poverty Rate	5.3%
	57% below US avg
Establishments (County)	356
County GDP	$949M

Business (County)

Restaurants	23
Healthcare	22
Retail	33
Manufacturing	13

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$3,058
	13% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate	6.20%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	16.5 min
Drive Alone	74.3%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	2.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Alden is $49,300, 83% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$49,300
	83% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs


Rent Burden	19.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied	87.7%
Housing Units	84
Median Year Built	1965

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$3,058
	13% below US avg
Effective Rate	6.20%

In Alden, 40.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.3% of residents lack health insurance. 15.6% are current smokers. 21.9% report depression. 25.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	40.1%
	25% above US avg
Diabetes	9.6%
Heart Disease	5.6%
High Blood Pressure	31.8%
Asthma	10.0%
COPD	6.5%
Cancer	7.4%
Stroke	2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	15.6%
	11% above US avg
Binge Drinking	18.6%
Physical Inactivity	25.8%
Depression	21.9%
Mental Distress	17.4%
Physical Distress	12.3%
Short Sleep	34.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	82.7%
Uninsured	8.3%
	3% below US avg
Checkup Rate	75.0%
Dental Visits	61.1%
Premature Death	8,472/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	7.9/10
Exercise Access	70.3%
Healthcare Facilities	22

Alden has an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 29.0 inches. The area enjoys 326 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

31°F Jan (-1°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)

Annual Average	55.5°F
	3% above US avg
January Average	31°F (-1°C)
July Average	81°F (27°C)
Sunny Days	326 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	29.0 inches
	24% below US avg
Snowfall	9.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	39.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	1,680 ft (512 m)
Area	0.2 sq mi (0.4 km²)
Population Density	688/sq mi
Coordinates	38.2438°N, 98.3117°W
Timezone	America/Chicago
County FIPS	20159

It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 37.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (12% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 56.7-point margin. 57.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 77.5%

D 20.8%

Winner: Republican by 56.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	37.9%
	12% above US avg
High School+	89.7%
Graduate Degree+	12.1%
School Test Score	5.80

A Education Grade (4.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9	Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density	688/sq mi
Total Area	0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	57.0%
Public Libraries	5
Healthcare Facilities	22
Restaurants	23
Retail Stores	33

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	16.5 min
Drive Alone	74.3%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	2.9%

Alden, KS

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

People

Economy

Housing

Health

Climate

Education

Community

Is Alden a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

Cost of Living & Housing

Education

Climate & Weather

Population

Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

Alden vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

Alden vs U.S. Average

Income: Alden vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Ownership & Property

Property Tax

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Food & Exercise

Temperature

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

Geography

2024 Presidential Election (County)

Education

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Nearby Cities