Benedict, KS

Kansas

Benedict is a small town in Kansas with a population of 65. Residents earn $50,208 per year, which is 33% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
65 Population 433/sq mi density
$50,208 Median Income $24,408 per capita
$52,000 Home Value
57°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.9 / 5.0
$50,208 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$52,000 home value
F
Education
1.1 / 5.0
1.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $50,208
33% lower than US avg
Home Value $52,000
82% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 1.8%
95% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.2%
19% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 7.7%
38% lower than US avg

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

People

Population65
Median Age58.5 yrs
Density433/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 86%
Veterans58.0%

Economy

B+
Median Income$50,208
Per Capita$24,408
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty7.7%
County GDP$389M
Commute18 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$52,000
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Health

Obesity38.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.7%
Heart Disease6.4%

Climate

Avg Temp57°F (14°C)
AQI39 (Good)
Rain41.8 in/yr
Elevation888 ft (271 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+1.8%
High School+57.9%
School Score5.80

Community

2024 VoteR 80% / D 18%
Commute18 min
Broadband27.0%
Libraries3

Is Benedict a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Benedict receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Benedict offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Benedict is $50,208, 33% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 7.7% 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 Benedict is $52,000, 82% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

1.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 57.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Benedict enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F. Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 41.8 inches, including 6.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Benedict has a population of 65 with a density of 433 people per square mile. The median age is 58.5 years, 50% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (86.2%), with 10.8% Hispanic.

Population

65
Total Population
433
People / sq mi
58.5yrs
Median Age
50% above US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.7%
Female 52.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Benedict vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.5%
25% above US avg
Spanish1.5%
89% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Benedict vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Benedict is $50,208, which is 33% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 7.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes.

Income: Benedict vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$50,208
33% below US avg
Per Capita Income$24,408
Avg Weekly Wage$933
IRS Avg AGI$56,309

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate7.7%
38% below US avg
Establishments (County)236
County GDP$389M

Business (County)

Restaurants20
Healthcare29
Retail33
Manufacturing15

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,738
22% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate5.27%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time17.7 min
Drive Alone93.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Benedict is $52,000, 82% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$52,000
82% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied88.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,738
22% below US avg
Effective Rate5.27%
In Benedict, 38.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.7% report depression. 26.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.2%
19% above US avg
Diabetes10.0%
Heart Disease6.4%
High Blood Pressure31.7%
Asthma10.1%
COPD7.3%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.3%
Physical Inactivity26.0%
Depression21.7%
Mental Distress18.4%
Physical Distress12.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate88.6%
Checkup Rate68.7%
Premature Death11,658/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.2/10
Exercise Access34.7%
Healthcare Facilities29
Benedict has an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation is 41.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

32°F Jan (0°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average56.8°F
5% above US avg
January Average32°F (0°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall41.8 inches
10% above US avg
Snowfall6.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation888 ft (271 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.4 km²)
Population Density433/sq mi
Coordinates37.6269°N, 95.7435°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS20205
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 1.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (95% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 62.4-point margin. 27.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 80.3%
D 18%

Winner: Republican by 62.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+1.8%
95% below US avg
High School+57.9%
School Test Score5.80
F Education Grade (1.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density433/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access27.0%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities29
Restaurants20
Retail Stores33

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute17.7 min
Drive Alone93.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.1%

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