Beattie, KS

Kansas

Beattie is a small town in Kansas with a population of 227. Residents earn $54,375 per year, which is 28% below the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
227 Population 987/sq mi density
$54,375 Median Income $26,068 per capita
$81,900 Home Value $155,012 Zillow
$478 Median Rent 9.0% income on rent
52°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.1 / 5.0
$54,375 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$81,900 home value, $478/mo rent
C
Education
2.3 / 5.0
15.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $54,375
28% lower than US avg
Home Value $81,900
71% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 15.8%
53% lower than US avg
Median Rent $478
59% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.6%
20% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.8%
85% lower than US avg

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

People

Population227
Median Age42.5 yrs
Density987/mi²
Male / Female56% / 45%
Largest GroupWhite 99%
Veterans4.5%

Economy

A
Median Income$54,375
Per Capita$26,068
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty1.8%
County GDP$704M
Commute18 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$81,900
Rent$478
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$155,012
Rent Burden9.0%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity38.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.8%
Heart Disease6.2%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain33.2 in/yr
Elevation1,326 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+15.8%
High School+95.5%
School Score5.80

Community

2024 VoteR 73% / D 24%
Commute18 min
Broadband92.0%
Libraries6

Is Beattie a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Beattie is $54,375, 28% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 1.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate 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 Beattie is $81,900, 71% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $478 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

15.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Beattie experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 33.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Beattie has a population of 227 with a density of 987 people per square mile. The median age is 42.5 years, 9% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98.7%), with 1.3% Hispanic.

Population

227
Total Population
987
People / sq mi
42.5yrs
Median Age
9% above US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 55.5%
Female 44.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Beattie vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only90.3%
15% above US avg
Spanish9.7%
28% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Beattie vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Beattie is $54,375, which is 28% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes.

Income: Beattie vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$54,375
28% below US avg
Per Capita Income$26,068
Avg Weekly Wage$945
IRS Avg AGI$68,725

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate1.8%
85% below 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
Effective Tax Rate3.87%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time17.9 min
Drive Alone65.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Beattie is $81,900, 71% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $478 (59% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $155,012.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$81,900
71% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$155,012

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$478
59% below US avg
Rent Burden9.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied77.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,167
10% below US avg
Effective Rate3.87%
In Beattie, 38.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 23.8% report depression. 27.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.6%
20% above US avg
Diabetes10.2%
Heart Disease6.2%
High Blood Pressure32.3%
Asthma10.7%
COPD7.5%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.5%
Physical Inactivity27.7%
Depression23.8%
Mental Distress19.5%
Physical Distress13.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.9%
Checkup Rate73.9%
Premature Death8,485/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.6/10
Exercise Access45.7%
Healthcare Facilities40

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Safety Score

Beattie has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 33.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-3°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average52.0°F
4% below US avg
January Average26°F (-3°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall33.2 inches
13% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,326 ft (404 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.6 km²)
Population Density987/sq mi
Coordinates39.8624°N, 96.4178°W
County FIPS20117
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 15.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (53% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 49.1-point margin. 92.0% 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+15.8%
53% below US avg
High School+95.5%
School Test Score5.80
C Education Grade (2.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density987/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access92.0%
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities40
Restaurants24
Retail Stores59

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute17.9 min
Drive Alone65.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.7%

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