Bluff City, KS

Kansas · Metropolitan Area

Bluff City is a small town in Kansas with a population of 37. Residents earn $68,393 per year, which is 9% below the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
37 Population 73/sq mi density
$68,393 Median Income $36,570 per capita
57°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.9 / 5.0
$68,393 median income, 5.4% unemployment
A
Education
4.0 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $68,393
9% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Unemployment 5.4%
50% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population37
Median Age51.7 yrs
Density73/mi²
Male / Female84% / 16%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans37.0%

Economy

B+
Median Income$68,393
Per Capita$36,570
Unemployment5.4%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$878M
Commute32 min

Climate

Avg Temp57°F (14°C)
AQI39 (Good)
Rain33.1 in/yr
Elevation1,239 ft (378 m)

Education

A
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+76.0%
School Score5.80

Community

2024 VoteR 74% / D 24%
Commute32 min
Broadband13.0%
Libraries7

Is Bluff City a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Bluff City receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Bluff City stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Bluff City is $68,393, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.4% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 76.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Bluff City enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F. Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 33.1 inches, including 6.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Bluff City has a population of 37 with a density of 73 people per square mile. The median age is 51.7 years, 33% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

37
Total Population
73
People / sq mi
51.7yrs
Median Age
33% above US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 83.8%
Female 16.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Bluff City vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Bluff City vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Bluff City is $68,393, which is 9% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.4% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Income: Bluff City vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$68,393
9% below US avg
Per Capita Income$36,570
Avg Weekly Wage$842
IRS Avg AGI$63,817

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.4%
50% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)640
County GDP$878M

Business (County)

Restaurants44
Healthcare52
Retail63
Manufacturing32

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,670
5% above US avg

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time32.0 min
Drive Alone66.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home33.3%

Walkability

Bluff City has an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 33.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

33°F Jan (0°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average56.8°F
5% above US avg
January Average33°F (0°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall33.1 inches
13% below US avg
Snowfall6.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,239 ft (378 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.3 km²)
Population Density73/sq mi
Coordinates37.0761°N, 97.8747°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS20191
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (100% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 50.1-point margin. 13.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 74%
D 24%

Winner: Republican by 50.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+76.0%
School Test Score5.80
A Education Grade (4.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density73/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access13.0%
Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities52
Restaurants44
Retail Stores63

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute32.0 min
Drive Alone66.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home33.3%

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