Bird City, KS
Full City Profile · Kansas · Cheyenne County County
Bird City, KS
At a Glance
How Bird City Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Bird City's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Bird City a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Bird City residents earn a median household income of $68,095 , which is 9% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $28,867. The unemployment rate stands at 1.7% (53% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 14.5% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 137 business establishments, including 9 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Bird City is $88,600 , 69% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $156,905. Median rent is $589/month, with 15.9% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 90.1 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1947.
Education
32.4% of adults in Bird City hold a bachelor's degree or higher (4% below the national average). 82.0% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Bird City has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 18.8 inches.