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Blue Rapids, KS
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Blue Rapids, KS
At a Glance
How Blue Rapids Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Blue Rapids's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Blue Rapids a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Blue Rapids residents earn a median household income of $51,136 , which is 32% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $46,048. The unemployment rate stands at 1.5% (58% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 8.9% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 413 business establishments, including 24 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Blue Rapids is $55,200 , 80% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $101,985. Median rent is $775/month, with 23.3% 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 1959.
Safety & Crime
Blue Rapids reports 364 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 4% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 3,125/100K.
Education
17.4% of adults in Blue Rapids hold a bachelor's degree or higher (48% below the national average). 86.3% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.2/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Blue Rapids has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. The area gets 302 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 33.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.