Alta Vista, KS

Kansas

Alta Vista is a small town in Kansas with a population of 484. Residents earn $47,500 per year, which is 37% below the national average.

3.0 /5.0
B Good
484 Population 1,383/sq mi density
$47,500 Median Income $25,479 per capita
$82,800 Home Value $157,858 Zillow
$989 Median Rent
54°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.4 / 5.0
$47,500 median income, 8.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$82,800 home value, $989/mo rent
D
Education
1.7 / 5.0
9.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $47,500
37% lower than US avg
Home Value $82,800
71% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 9.3%
72% lower than US avg
Median Rent $989
15% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.4%
10% higher than US avg
Unemployment 8.9%
147% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 15.8%
27% higher than US avg

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

People

Population484
Median Age37.7 yrs
Density1,383/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 90%

Economy

C
Median Income$47,500
Per Capita$25,479
Unemployment8.9%
Poverty15.8%
County GDP$234M
Commute33 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$82,800
Rent$989
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$157,858

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity35.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.0%
Heart Disease5.3%

Climate

Avg Temp54°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain37.3 in/yr
Elevation1,455 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+9.3%
High School+92.2%
School Score5.80

Community

2024 VoteR 72% / D 26%
Commute33 min
Libraries4

Is Alta Vista a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Alta Vista receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes. Alta Vista offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Alta Vista is $47,500, 37% below the national average of $75,149. At 8.9%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 15.8% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Alta Vista is $82,800, 71% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $989 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

9.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Alta Vista experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 37.3 inches, including 18.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Alta Vista has a population of 484 with a density of 1,383 people per square mile. The median age is 37.7 years, 3% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (89.5%), with 2.3% Hispanic.

Population

484
Total Population
1,383
People / sq mi
37.7yrs
Median Age
3% below US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.9%
Female 46.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Alta Vista vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only94.6%
21% above US avg
Spanish5.4%
60% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Alta Vista vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Alta Vista is $47,500, which is 37% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 8.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 15.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Income: Alta Vista vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$47,500
37% below US avg
Per Capita Income$25,479
Avg Weekly Wage$770
IRS Avg AGI$63,992

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment8.9%
147% above US avg
Poverty Rate15.8%
27% above US avg
Establishments (County)168
County GDP$234M

Business (County)

Restaurants13
Healthcare16
Retail23
Manufacturing7

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,883
11% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.69%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time33.0 min
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Alta Vista is $82,800, 71% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $989 (15% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $157,858.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$82,800
71% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$157,858

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$989
15% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied58.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,883
11% above US avg
Effective Rate4.69%
In Alta Vista, 35.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.0% report depression. 23.8% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Alta Vista vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.4%
10% above US avg
Diabetes8.9%
Heart Disease5.3%
High Blood Pressure29.7%
Asthma10.3%
COPD5.8%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.3%
Physical Inactivity23.8%
Depression22.0%
Mental Distress17.5%
Physical Distress11.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.1%
Checkup Rate74.2%
Premature Death9,706/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.6/10
Exercise Access53.5%
Healthcare Facilities16

Crime Rates: Alta Vista vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Alta Vista has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 37.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

28°F Jan (-2°C) 78°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average53.8°F
0% below US avg
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average78°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall37.3 inches
2% below US avg
Snowfall18.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,455 ft (443 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (0.9 km²)
Population Density1,383/sq mi
Coordinates38.8629°N, 96.4888°W
County FIPS20127
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 9.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (72% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 46.6-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 72.4%
D 25.8%

Winner: Republican by 46.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+9.3%
72% below US avg
High School+92.2%
School Test Score5.80
D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density1,383/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities16
Restaurants13
Retail Stores23

Safety & Disasters

FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute33.0 min
Work from Home0.0%

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