Bazine, KS

Kansas

Bazine is a small town in Kansas with a population of 454. Residents earn $56,288 per year, which is 25% below the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
454 Population 1,009/sq mi density
$56,288 Median Income $24,896 per capita
$48,900 Home Value $71,230 Zillow
$663 Median Rent
54°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.7 / 5.0
$56,288 median income, 1.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$48,900 home value, $663/mo rent
C+
Education
2.7 / 5.0
21.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $56,288
25% lower than US avg
Home Value $48,900
83% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 21.3%
37% lower than US avg
Median Rent $663
43% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.5%
14% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.2%
67% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 13.3%
7% higher than US avg

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

People

Population454
Median Age24.3 yrs
Density1,009/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 44%

Economy

B+
Median Income$56,288
Per Capita$24,896
Unemployment1.2%
Poverty13.3%
County GDP$227M
Commute17 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$48,900
Rent$663
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$71,230

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity36.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression20.8%
Heart Disease5.7%

Climate

Avg Temp54°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain22.6 in/yr
Elevation2,130 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+21.3%
High School+80.9%
School Score5.80

Community

2024 VoteR 88% / D 9%
Commute17 min
Libraries2

Is Bazine a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Bazine receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Bazine offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Bazine is $56,288, 25% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.2%. 13.3% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Bazine is $48,900, 83% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $663 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 0.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

21.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 80.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Bazine experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 22.6 inches, including 15.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Bazine has a population of 454 with a density of 1,009 people per square mile. The median age is 24.3 years, 38% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (43.8%), with 5.9% Hispanic.

Population

454
Total Population
1,009
People / sq mi
24.3yrs
Median Age
38% below US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.1%
Female 46.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Bazine vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only51.8%
34% below US avg
Spanish48.2%
260% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Bazine vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Bazine is $56,288, which is 25% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 13.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes.

Income: Bazine vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$56,288
25% below US avg
Per Capita Income$24,896
Avg Weekly Wage$937
IRS Avg AGI$70,985

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.2%
67% below US avg
Poverty Rate13.3%
7% above US avg
Establishments (County)144
County GDP$227M

Business (County)

Restaurants4
Healthcare10
Retail12
Manufacturing4

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,320
5% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate6.79%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time17.1 min
Work from Home2.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Bazine is $48,900, 83% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $663 (43% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $71,230.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$48,900
83% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$71,230

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$663
43% 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-Occupied60.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,320
5% below US avg
Effective Rate6.79%
In Bazine, 36.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 20.8% report depression. 28.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.5%
14% above US avg
Diabetes10.4%
Heart Disease5.7%
High Blood Pressure30.7%
Asthma9.8%
COPD6.1%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.3%
Physical Inactivity28.8%
Depression20.8%
Mental Distress17.0%
Physical Distress12.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate84.2%
Checkup Rate73.8%
Premature Death13,844/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.8/10
Exercise Access11.1%
Healthcare Facilities10

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Bazine has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 22.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average53.9°F
0% below US avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall22.6 inches
41% below US avg
Snowfall15.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation2,130 ft (649 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.2 km²)
Population Density1,009/sq mi
Coordinates38.4461°N, 99.6930°W
County FIPS20135
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 21.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (37% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 79-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 88.4%
D 9.5%

Winner: Republican by 79 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+21.3%
37% below US avg
High School+80.9%
School Test Score5.80
C+ Education Grade (2.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density1,009/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities10
Restaurants4
Retail Stores12

Safety & Disasters

FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute17.1 min
Work from Home2.4%

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