Choose Country

Barnes, KS

Kansas

Barnes is a small town in Kansas with a population of 174. Residents earn $42,500 per year, which is 43% below the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
174 Population 1,024/sq mi density
$42,500 Median Income $26,078 per capita
$27,500 Home Value
$775 Median Rent 16.7% income on rent
54°F Avg Temperature 302 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$42,500 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$27,500 home value, $775/mo rent
F
Education
1.3 / 5.0
4.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $42,500
43% lower than US avg
Home Value $27,500
90% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 4.3%
87% lower than US avg
Median Rent $775
33% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.8%
12% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 17.5%
41% higher than US avg

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

People

Population174
Median Age42.8 yrs
Density1,024/mi²
Male / Female56% / 44%
Largest GroupWhite 95%
Veterans7.9%

Economy

B
Median Income$42,500
Per Capita$26,078
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty17.5%
County GDP$704M
Commute19 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$27,500
Rent$775
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units83
Rent Burden16.7%

Health

Obesity35.8%
Uninsured12.0%
Smoking16.3%
Depression21.2%
Heart Disease5.3%

Climate

Avg Temp54°F (12°C)
AQI39 (Good)
Rain33.6 in/yr
Sunny Days302/yr
Elevation1,332 ft (406 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+4.3%
High School+74.4%
Graduate+5.6%
School Score5.80

Community

2024 VoteR 73% / D 24%
Commute19 min
Broadband78.0%
Libraries6

Is Barnes a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Barnes receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Barnes offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Barnes is $42,500, 43% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 17.5% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Barnes is $27,500, 90% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $775 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 0.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

4.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 74.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Barnes experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. With 302 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 33.6 inches, including 15.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Barnes has a population of 174 with a density of 1,024 people per square mile. The median age is 42.8 years, 10% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.8%), with 1.7% Hispanic.

Population

174
Total Population
1,024
People / sq mi
42.8yrs
Median Age
10% above US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 55.7%
Female 44.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Barnes vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only88.2%
12% above US avg
Spanish11.8%
12% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Barnes vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Barnes is $42,500, which is 43% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 17.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes.

Income: Barnes vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$42,500
43% below US avg
Per Capita Income$26,078
Avg Weekly Wage$945
IRS Avg AGI$68,725

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate17.5%
41% above US avg
Establishments (County)413
County GDP$704M

Business (County)

Restaurants24
Healthcare40
Retail59
Manufacturing16

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,167
10% below US avg
Cost of Living90.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate11.52%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.1 min
Drive Alone88.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Barnes is $27,500, 90% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $775 (33% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$27,500
90% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$775
33% below US avg
Rent Burden16.7%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied76.9%
Housing Units83
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,167
10% below US avg
Effective Rate11.52%
In Barnes, 35.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 12.0% of residents lack health insurance. 16.3% are current smokers. 21.2% report depression. 29.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.8%
12% above US avg
Diabetes9.7%
Heart Disease5.3%
High Blood Pressure29.9%
Asthma10.2%
COPD6.5%
Cancer6.9%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking16.3%
16% above US avg
Binge Drinking18.3%
Physical Inactivity29.1%
Depression21.2%
Mental Distress17.7%
Physical Distress12.7%
Short Sleep35.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate83.3%
Uninsured12.0%
40% above US avg
Primary Care1:1,663
Dentists1:1,426
Mental Health1:1,104
Checkup Rate73.6%
Dental Visits62.9%
Premature Death8,485/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.6/10
Exercise Access45.7%
Healthcare Facilities40
Barnes has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 33.6 inches. The area enjoys 302 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

27°F Jan (-3°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average53.5°F
1% below US avg
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days302 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall33.6 inches
12% below US avg
Snowfall15.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,332 ft (406 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.4 km²)
Population Density1,024/sq mi
Coordinates39.7116°N, 96.8734°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS20117
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 4.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (87% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 49.1-point margin. 78.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 73.4%
D 24.3%

Winner: Republican by 49.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+4.3%
87% below US avg
High School+74.4%
Graduate Degree+5.6%
School Test Score5.80
F Education Grade (1.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density1,024/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access78.0%
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities40
Restaurants24
Retail Stores59

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.1 min
Drive Alone88.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Nearby Cities

Washington, KS 1,199 pop · 11.8 mi Marysville, KS 3,423 pop · 15.4 mi Clay Center, KS 4,148 pop · 26.5 mi Wymore, NE 1,287 pop · 30.5 mi Fairbury, NE 3,905 pop · 34.0 mi Wakefield, KS 1,031 pop · 35.1 mi Manhattan, KS 53,951 pop · 38.9 mi Beatrice, NE 12,233 pop · 39.4 mi Belleville, KS 2,036 pop · 41.1 mi Fort Riley, KS 8,595 pop · 41.9 mi Concordia, KS 5,067 pop · 42.3 mi Ogden, KS 1,628 pop · 42.5 mi St. George, KS 1,115 pop · 43.3 mi Seneca, KS 2,139 pop · 43.6 mi
Compare Barnes with another city: