Andale, KS

Kansas · Metropolitan Area

Andale is a small town in Kansas with a population of 1,259. Residents earn $99,063 per year, which is 32% above the national average.

4.6 /5.0
A+ Excellent
1,259 Population 2,098/sq mi density
$99,063 Median Income $34,886 per capita
$255,800 Home Value $364,505 Zillow
$860 Median Rent 20.0% income on rent
57°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.6 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.7 / 5.0
$99,063 median income, 4.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$255,800 home value, $860/mo rent
A
Education
4.0 / 5.0
38.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $99,063
32% higher than US avg
Home Value $255,800
9% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 38.0%
13% higher than US avg
Median Rent $860
26% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.9%
9% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.0%
11% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.9%
77% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,259
Median Age29.4 yrs
Density2,098/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 97%
Veterans6.1%

Economy

A+
Median Income$99,063
Per Capita$34,886
Unemployment4.0%
Poverty2.9%
County GDP$41,525M
Commute26 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$255,800
Rent$860
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$364,505
Rent Burden20.0%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity34.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.4%
Heart Disease4.6%

Climate

Avg Temp57°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain34.4 in/yr
Elevation1,429 ft

Education

A
Bachelor's+38.0%
High School+98.5%
School Score5.80

Community

2024 VoteR 56% / D 42%
Commute26 min
Broadband94.3%
Libraries20

Is Andale a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Andale receives an overall livability score of 4.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Andale stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Andale is $99,063, which is significantly higher than the national average — 32% above $75,149. This places Andale among higher-income communities. Unemployment stands at 4.0%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 2.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Andale is $255,800, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $860 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 38.0% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 98.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Andale enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F. Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 34.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Andale has a population of 1,259 with a density of 2,098 people per square mile. The median age is 29.4 years, 24% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97.4%).

Population

1,259
Total Population
2,098
People / sq mi
29.4yrs
Median Age
24% below US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.2%
Female 48.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Andale vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.6%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.4%
97% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Andale vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Andale is $99,063, which is 32% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 2.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Andale vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$99,063
32% above US avg
Per Capita Income$34,886
Avg Weekly Wage$1,166
IRS Avg AGI$76,783

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.0%
11% above US avg
Poverty Rate2.9%
77% below US avg
Establishments (County)14,427
County GDP$41,525M

Business (County)

Restaurants1,236
Healthcare1,737
Retail1,624
Manufacturing494

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,510
57% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.15%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.6 min
Drive Alone83.4%
Public Transit1.1%
Work from Home7.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Andale is $255,800, 9% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $860 (26% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $364,505.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$255,800
9% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$364,505

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$860
26% below US avg
Rent Burden20.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied90.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,510
57% above US avg
Effective Rate2.15%
In Andale, 34.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 24.4% report depression. 19.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.9%
9% above US avg
Diabetes8.0%
Heart Disease4.6%
High Blood Pressure28.5%
Asthma9.9%
COPD5.1%
Stroke2.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.4%
Physical Inactivity19.2%
Depression24.4%
Mental Distress16.9%
Physical Distress10.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.9%
Checkup Rate71.9%
Premature Death10,292/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.5/10
Exercise Access84.1%
Healthcare Facilities1,737

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)65

Safety Score

Andale has an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 34.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

33°F Jan (0°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average57.1°F
6% above US avg
January Average33°F (0°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall34.4 inches
9% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,429 ft (436 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.6 km²)
Population Density2,098/sq mi
Coordinates37.7913°N, 97.6274°W
County FIPS20173
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 38.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (13% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 13.8-point margin. 94.3% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 56.1%
D 42.3%

Winner: Republican by 13.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+38.0%
13% above US avg
High School+98.5%
School Test Score5.80
A Education Grade (4.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density2,098/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.3%
Public Libraries20
Healthcare Facilities1,737
Restaurants1,236
Retail Stores1,624

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)65

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.6 min
Drive Alone83.4%
Public Transit1.1%
Work from Home7.3%

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