Beaver, KS

Kansas

Beaver is a small town in Kansas with a population of 13.

5.0 /5.0
A+ Excellent
13 Population 2/sq mi density
54°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
5.0 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
53.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 53.8%
60% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 100.0%
706% higher than US avg

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

People

Population13
Median AgeN/A
Density2/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans13.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per CapitaN/A
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty100.0%
County GDP$1,623M
Commute18 min

Climate

Avg Temp54°F (12°C)
AQI39 (Good)
Rain28.1 in/yr
Elevation1,907 ft (581 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+53.8%
High School+100.0%
School Score5.80

Community

2024 VoteR 78% / D 21%
Commute18 min
Broadband6.0%
Libraries4

Is Beaver a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Beaver receives an overall livability score of 5.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate. Beaver stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 100.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Education

Beaver is a highly educated community — 53.8% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Beaver experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 28.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Beaver has a population of 13 with a density of 2 people per square mile. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

13
Total Population
2
People / sq mi
6.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.2%
Female 53.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Beaver vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Beaver vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Beaver is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 100.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes.

Income: Beaver vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Avg Weekly Wage$940
IRS Avg AGI$66,634

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate100.0%
706% above US avg
Establishments (County)890
County GDP$1,623M

Business (County)

Restaurants54
Healthcare101
Retail98
Manufacturing32

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,054
44% above US avg

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time18.4 min
Drive Alone0.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

Beaver has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation is 28.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 80°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average54.3°F
1% above US avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average80°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall28.1 inches
26% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,907 ft (581 m)
Area6.1 sq mi (15.8 km²)
Population Density2/sq mi
Coordinates38.6455°N, 98.6737°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS20009
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 53.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (60% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 56.8-point margin. 6.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 77.6%
D 20.9%

Winner: Republican by 56.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+53.8%
60% above US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score5.80
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density2/sq mi
Total Area6.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access6.0%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities101
Restaurants54
Retail Stores98

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute18.4 min
Drive Alone0.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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