Assaria, KS

Kansas

Assaria is a small town in Kansas with a population of 433. Residents earn $81,333 per year, which is 8% above the national average.

4.4 /5.0
A Great
433 Population 1,883/sq mi density
$81,333 Median Income $38,201 per capita
$146,400 Home Value $228,544 Zillow
$980 Median Rent
55°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.4 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.5 / 5.0
$81,333 median income, 1.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$146,400 home value, $980/mo rent
B+
Education
3.8 / 5.0
34.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $81,333
8% higher than US avg
Home Value $146,400
48% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 34.8%
3% higher than US avg
Median Rent $980
16% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.6%
26% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.8%
50% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.9%
44% lower than US avg

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

People

Population433
Median Age37.0 yrs
Density1,883/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 90%

Economy

A+
Median Income$81,333
Per Capita$38,201
Unemployment1.8%
Poverty6.9%
County GDP$3,875M
Commute21 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$146,400
Rent$980
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$228,544

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity40.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.0%
Heart Disease5.5%

Climate

Avg Temp55°F
AQI39 (Good)
Elevation1,284 ft

Education

B+
Bachelor's+34.8%
High School+98.7%
School Score5.80

Community

2024 VoteR 65% / D 33%
Commute21 min
Libraries2

Is Assaria a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Assaria receives an overall livability score of 4.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Assaria stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Assaria is $81,333, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.8%. Only 6.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Assaria is $146,400, 48% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $980 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 34.8% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 98.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Assaria experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Assaria has a population of 433 with a density of 1,883 people per square mile. The median age is 37.0 years, 5% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (89.6%).

Population

433
Total Population
1,883
People / sq mi
37.0yrs
Median Age
5% below US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.4%
Female 50.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Assaria vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.2%
26% above US avg
Spanish0.8%
94% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Assaria vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Assaria is $81,333, which is 8% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 6.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Income: Assaria vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$81,333
8% above US avg
Per Capita Income$38,201
Avg Weekly Wage$975
IRS Avg AGI$66,003

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.8%
50% below US avg
Poverty Rate6.9%
44% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,583
County GDP$3,875M

Business (County)

Restaurants156
Healthcare176
Retail217
Manufacturing70

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,810
37% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.29%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.1 min
Work from Home8.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Assaria is $146,400, 48% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $980 (16% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $228,544.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$146,400
48% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$228,544

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$168
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio98.2%
Price Drops0.0%

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$980
16% 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-Occupied72.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,810
37% above US avg
Effective Rate3.29%
In Assaria, 40.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 23.0% report depression. 24.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.6%
26% above US avg
Diabetes9.2%
Heart Disease5.5%
High Blood Pressure30.2%
Asthma10.3%
COPD6.3%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.2%
Physical Inactivity24.9%
Depression23.0%
Mental Distress17.9%
Physical Distress11.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.0%
Checkup Rate74.1%
Premature Death9,658/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.0/10
Exercise Access80.4%
Healthcare Facilities176

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8

Safety Score

Assaria has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average54.7°F
1% above US avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,284 ft (391 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.6 km²)
Population Density1,883/sq mi
Coordinates38.6802°N, 97.6041°W
County FIPS20169
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+. 34.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (3% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 31.6-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 64.9%
D 33.3%

Winner: Republican by 31.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+34.8%
3% above US avg
High School+98.7%
School Test Score5.80
B+ Education Grade (3.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 5Nonmetro — Urban 20K+
Population Density1,883/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities176
Restaurants156
Retail Stores217

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.1 min
Work from Home8.4%

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