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Benedict, KS
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Benedict, KS
At a Glance
How Benedict Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Benedict's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Benedict a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Benedict residents earn a median household income of $50,208 , which is 33% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $24,408. The unemployment rate stands at 0.0% (100% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 7.7% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 236 business establishments, including 20 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Benedict is $52,000 , 82% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $69,373. The cost of living index is 90.1 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1946.
Safety & Crime
Benedict reports 549 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 44% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 2,279/100K.
Education
1.8% of adults in Benedict hold a bachelor's degree or higher (95% below the national average). 57.9% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.3/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Benedict has an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. The area gets 305 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 41.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.