Bison, KS

Kansas

Bison is a small town in Kansas with a population of 201. Residents earn $63,250 per year, which is 16% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
201 Population 744/sq mi density
$63,250 Median Income $26,767 per capita
$51,000 Home Value $66,234 Zillow
N/A Median Rent
54°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.7 / 5.0
$63,250 median income, 15.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$51,000 home value
C
Education
2.5 / 5.0
18.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $63,250
16% lower than US avg
Home Value $51,000
82% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 18.2%
46% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.8%
21% higher than US avg
Unemployment 15.6%
333% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 11.9%
4% lower than US avg

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

People

Population201
Median Age42.3 yrs
Density744/mi²
Male / Female62% / 38%
Largest GroupWhite 85%
Veterans4.1%

Economy

C+
Median Income$63,250
Per Capita$26,767
Unemployment15.6%
Poverty11.9%
County GDP$196M
Commute19 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$51,000
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$66,234

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity38.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.9%
Heart Disease6.2%

Climate

Avg Temp54°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain26.5 in/yr
Elevation2,016 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+18.2%
High School+97.2%
School Score5.80

Community

2024 VoteR 82% / D 16%
Commute19 min
Broadband91.0%
Libraries4

Is Bison a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Bison receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, high obesity rates. Bison offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Bison is $63,250, 16% below the national average of $75,149. At 15.6%, unemployment is notably high. 11.9% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Bison is $51,000, 82% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 0.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

18.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 97.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Bison experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 26.5 inches, including 14.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Bison has a population of 201 with a density of 744 people per square mile. The median age is 42.3 years, 9% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (84.6%).

Population

201
Total Population
744
People / sq mi
42.3yrs
Median Age
9% above US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 62.2%
Female 37.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Bison vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Bison vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Bison is $63,250, which is 16% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 15.6% (above the 3.6% US average). 11.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes.

Income: Bison vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$63,250
16% below US avg
Per Capita Income$26,767
Avg Weekly Wage$852
IRS Avg AGI$56,126

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment15.6%
333% above US avg
Poverty Rate11.9%
4% below US avg
Establishments (County)116
County GDP$196M

Business (County)

Restaurants4
Healthcare10
Retail17
Manufacturing7

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,333
5% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate6.54%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.1 min
Drive Alone93.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Bison is $51,000, 82% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $66,234.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$51,000
82% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$66,234

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-Occupied97.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,333
5% below US avg
Effective Rate6.54%
In Bison, 38.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.9% report depression. 27.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.8%
21% above US avg
Diabetes10.2%
Heart Disease6.2%
High Blood Pressure32.3%
Asthma9.9%
COPD6.9%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.6%
Physical Inactivity27.6%
Depression21.9%
Mental Distress17.6%
Physical Distress12.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate88.4%
Checkup Rate73.1%
Premature Death17,778/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.5/10
Exercise Access45.1%
Healthcare Facilities10

Crime Rates: Bison vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Safety Score

Bison has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 26.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

29°F Jan (-1°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average53.5°F
1% below US avg
January Average29°F (-1°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall26.5 inches
30% below US avg
Snowfall14.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation2,016 ft (614 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.7 km²)
Population Density744/sq mi
Coordinates38.5199°N, 99.1979°W
County FIPS20165
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 18.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (46% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 65.4-point margin. 91.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 81.9%
D 16.4%

Winner: Republican by 65.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+18.2%
46% below US avg
High School+97.2%
School Test Score5.80
C Education Grade (2.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density744/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access91.0%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities10
Restaurants4
Retail Stores17

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.1 min
Drive Alone93.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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