Baxter Springs, KS
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Baxter Springs, KS
At a Glance
How Baxter Springs Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Baxter Springs's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Baxter Springs a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Baxter Springs residents earn a median household income of $60,139 , which is 20% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $24,516. The unemployment rate stands at 5.2% (44% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 13.7% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 416 business establishments, including 33 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Baxter Springs is $87,600 , 69% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $122,736. Median rent is $792/month, with 21.7% 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 1947.
Safety & Crime
Baxter Springs reports 236 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 38% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,731/100K.
Education
18.0% of adults in Baxter Springs hold a bachelor's degree or higher (47% below the national average). 86.3% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.3/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Baxter Springs has an average annual temperature of 58°F (15°C). Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 45.6 inches.