Median Income $91,488

22% higher than US avg

Home Value $182,700

35% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 40.0%

19% higher than US avg

Obesity Rate 38.0%

18% higher than US avg

Unemployment 0.0%

100% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 14.3%

15% higher than US avg

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

People

Population140

Median Age31.6 yrs

Density92/mi²

Male / Female57% / 43%

Largest GroupWhite 100%

Veterans0.0%

Economy

Median Income$91,488

Per Capita$32,789

Unemployment0.0%

Poverty14.3%

County GDP$352M

Commute24 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$182,700

RentN/A

OwnershipN/A

Housing Units50

Rent Burden24.5%

Health

Obesity38.0%

Uninsured9.4%

Smoking16.1%

Depression23.4%

Heart Disease5.7%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (12°C)

AQI39 (Good)

Rain36.8 in/yr

Sunny Days302/yr

Elevation1,130 ft (344 m)

Education

Bachelor's+40.0%

High School+100.0%

Graduate+9.3%

School Score5.80

Community

2024 VoteR 81% / D 18%

Commute24 min

Broadband49.0%

Libraries4

Is Bendena a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Bendena receives an overall livability score of 4.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, affordable housing. Bendena stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Bendena is $91,488, 22% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 14.3% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Bendena is $182,700, 35% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 40.0% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Bendena experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. With 302 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 36.8 inches, including 21.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Bendena has a population of 140 with a density of 92 people per square mile. The median age is 31.6 years, 19% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

140

Total Population

People / sq mi

31.6yrs

Median Age

19% below US avg

1.5mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 57.1%

Female 42.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Bendena vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	100.0%
	27% above US avg
Spanish	0.0%
	100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Bendena vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Bendena is $91,488, which is 22% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 14.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Bendena vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$91,488
	22% above US avg
Per Capita Income	$32,789
Avg Weekly Wage	$971
IRS Avg AGI	$67,094

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	0.0%
	100% below US avg
Poverty Rate	14.3%
	15% above US avg
Establishments (County)	234
County GDP	$352M

Business (County)

Restaurants	8
Healthcare	18
Retail	16
Manufacturing	12

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$2,300
	34% below US avg
Cost of Living	90.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate	1.26%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	24.0 min
Drive Alone	100.0%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Bendena is $182,700, 35% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$182,700
	35% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs


Rent Burden	24.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied	100.0%
Housing Units	50
Median Year Built	1948

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$2,300
	34% below US avg
Effective Rate	1.26%

In Bendena, 38.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 9.4% of residents lack health insurance. 16.1% are current smokers. 23.4% report depression. 26.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	38.0%
	18% above US avg
Diabetes	9.5%
Heart Disease	5.7%
High Blood Pressure	30.9%
Asthma	10.6%
COPD	6.5%
Cancer	7.2%
Stroke	2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	16.1%
	15% above US avg
Binge Drinking	18.4%
Physical Inactivity	26.2%
Depression	23.4%
Mental Distress	18.4%
Physical Distress	12.5%
Short Sleep	35.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	100.0%
Uninsured	9.4%
	9% above US avg
Checkup Rate	74.8%
Dental Visits	64.7%
Premature Death	6,807/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	8.0/10
Exercise Access	22.1%
Healthcare Facilities	18

Bendena has an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 36.8 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) 77°F Jul (25°C)

Annual Average	53.1°F
	2% below US avg
January Average	27°F (-3°C)
July Average	77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days	302 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	36.8 inches
	3% below US avg
Snowfall	21.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	39.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	1,130 ft (344 m)
Area	1.5 sq mi (4.0 km²)
Population Density	92/sq mi
Coordinates	39.7435°N, 95.1811°W
Timezone	America/Chicago
County FIPS	20043

It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 40.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (19% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 63.6-point margin. 49.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 81.1%

D 17.5%

Winner: Republican by 63.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	40.0%
	19% above US avg
High School+	100.0%
Graduate Degree+	9.3%
School Test Score	5.80

A Education Grade (4.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3	Metro — under 250K
Population Density	92/sq mi
Total Area	1.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	49.0%
Public Libraries	4
Healthcare Facilities	18
Restaurants	8
Retail Stores	16

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	24.0 min
Drive Alone	100.0%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Bendena, KS

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

People

Economy

Housing

Health

Climate

Education

Community

Is Bendena a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

Cost of Living & Housing

Education

Climate & Weather

Population

Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

Bendena vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

Bendena vs U.S. Average

Income: Bendena vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Ownership & Property

Property Tax

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Food & Exercise

Temperature

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

Geography

2024 Presidential Election (County)

Education

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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