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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
| English Only | 98.5% |
| 25% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 1.5% |
| 89% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $50,208 |
| 33% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $24,408 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $933 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $56,309 |
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 7.7% |
| 38% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 236 |
| County GDP | $389M |
| Restaurants | 20 |
| Healthcare | 29 |
| Retail | 33 |
| Manufacturing | 15 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,738 |
| 22% below US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 5.27% |
| Commute Time | 17.7 min |
| Drive Alone | 93.9% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 6.1% |
| Census Median | $52,000 |
| 82% below US avg |
| Studio | $702 |
| 1 Bedroom | $753 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $947 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,223 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,397 |
| Owner-Occupied | 88.9% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,738 |
| 22% below US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 5.27% |
| Obesity | 38.2% |
| 19% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 10.0% |
| Heart Disease | 6.4% |
| High Blood Pressure | 31.7% |
| Asthma | 10.1% |
| COPD | 7.3% |
| Stroke | 3.2% |
| Binge Drinking | 17.3% |
| Physical Inactivity | 26.0% |
| Depression | 21.7% |
| Mental Distress | 18.4% |
| Physical Distress | 12.9% |
| Insurance Rate | 88.6% |
| Checkup Rate | 68.7% |
| Premature Death | 11,658/100K |
| Food Environment | 7.2/10 |
| Exercise Access | 34.7% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 29 |
| Annual Average | 56.8°F |
| 5% above US avg | |
| January Average | 32°F (0°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 41.8 inches |
| 10% above US avg | |
| Snowfall | 6.5 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 39.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 888 ft (271 m) |
| Area | 0.2 sq mi (0.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 433/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 37.6269°N, 95.7435°W |
| Timezone | America/Chicago |
| County FIPS | 20205 |
Winner: Republican by 62.4 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 1.8% |
| 95% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 57.9% |
| School Test Score | 5.80 |
| RUCC Code 9 | Nonmetro — Rural |
| Population Density | 433/sq mi |
| Total Area | 0.2 sq mi |
| Broadband Access | 27.0% |
| Public Libraries | 3 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 29 |
| Restaurants | 20 |
| Retail Stores | 33 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 1 |
| Avg Commute | 17.7 min |
| Drive Alone | 93.9% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 6.1% |