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Baldwin City, KS
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Baldwin City, KS
At a Glance
How Baldwin City Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Baldwin City's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Baldwin City a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Baldwin City residents earn a median household income of $81,838 , which is 9% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $35,896. The unemployment rate stands at 3.3% (8% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 3.5% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 3,726 business establishments, including 335 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Baldwin City is $242,100 , 14% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $347,417. Median rent is $1,020/month, with 33.0% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 90.1 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1981.
Safety & Crime
Baldwin City reports 109 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 71% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,258/100K.
Education
45.9% of adults in Baldwin City hold a bachelor's degree or higher (36% above the national average). 98.8% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.3/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Baldwin City has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. The area gets 302 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 39.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.