Axtell, KS

Kansas

Axtell is a small town in Kansas with a population of 466. Residents earn $58,750 per year, which is 22% below the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
466 Population 896/sq mi density
$58,750 Median Income $35,327 per capita
$126,300 Home Value $228,774 Zillow
$833 Median Rent 21.8% income on rent
52°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.9 / 5.0
$58,750 median income, 0.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$126,300 home value, $833/mo rent
C+
Education
2.9 / 5.0
23.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $58,750
22% lower than US avg
Home Value $126,300
55% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 23.5%
30% lower than US avg
Median Rent $833
28% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.3%
19% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.3%
92% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 9.9%
20% lower than US avg

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

People

Population466
Median Age42.2 yrs
Density896/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 99%
Veterans19.0%

Economy

B+
Median Income$58,750
Per Capita$35,327
Unemployment0.3%
Poverty9.9%
County GDP$667M
Commute18 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$126,300
Rent$833
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$228,774
Rent Burden21.8%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity38.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.4%
Heart Disease6.1%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain30.5 in/yr
Elevation1,349 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+23.5%
High School+96.5%
School Score5.80

Community

2024 VoteR 83% / D 16%
Commute18 min
Broadband92.8%
Libraries6

Is Axtell a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Axtell receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Axtell offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Axtell is $58,750, 22% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.3%. 9.9% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Axtell is $126,300, 55% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $833 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

23.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 96.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Axtell experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 30.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Axtell has a population of 466 with a density of 896 people per square mile. The median age is 42.2 years, 8% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (99.4%).

Population

466
Total Population
896
People / sq mi
42.2yrs
Median Age
8% above US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.3%
Female 48.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Axtell vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.1%
26% above US avg
Spanish0.9%
93% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Axtell vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Axtell is $58,750, which is 22% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 9.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes.

Income: Axtell vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$58,750
22% below US avg
Per Capita Income$35,327
Avg Weekly Wage$983
IRS Avg AGI$112,243

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.3%
92% below US avg
Poverty Rate9.9%
20% below US avg
Establishments (County)434
County GDP$667M

Business (County)

Restaurants22
Healthcare40
Retail52
Manufacturing23

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,889
11% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.08%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time17.6 min
Drive Alone72.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home10.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Axtell is $126,300, 55% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $833 (28% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $228,774.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$126,300
55% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$228,774

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$833
28% below US avg
Rent Burden21.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied75.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,889
11% above US avg
Effective Rate3.08%
In Axtell, 38.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 23.4% report depression. 27.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.3%
19% above US avg
Diabetes10.1%
Heart Disease6.1%
High Blood Pressure32.0%
Asthma10.4%
COPD7.4%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.6%
Physical Inactivity27.7%
Depression23.4%
Mental Distress19.1%
Physical Distress13.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.7%
Checkup Rate73.8%
Premature Death5,114/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.1/10
Exercise Access64.6%
Healthcare Facilities40

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Safety Score

Axtell has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 30.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

25°F Jan (-4°C) 76°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average51.5°F
5% below US avg
January Average25°F (-4°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall30.5 inches
20% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,349 ft (411 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.3 km²)
Population Density896/sq mi
Coordinates39.8713°N, 96.2569°W
County FIPS20131
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 23.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (30% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 67-point margin. 92.8% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 82.8%
D 15.8%

Winner: Republican by 67 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+23.5%
30% below US avg
High School+96.5%
School Test Score5.80
C+ Education Grade (2.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density896/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access92.8%
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities40
Restaurants22
Retail Stores52

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute17.6 min
Drive Alone72.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home10.5%

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