Bonner Springs, KS

Kansas · Metropolitan Area

Bonner Springs is a small city in Kansas with a population of 7,735. Residents earn $81,865 per year, which is 9% above the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
7,735 Population 495/sq mi density
$81,865 Median Income $36,239 per capita
$223,800 Home Value $297,528 Zillow
$1,069 Median Rent
54°F Avg Temperature
346 Violent Crime/100K 3,671 property/100K
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.6 / 5.0
$81,865 median income, 1.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$223,800 home value, $1,069/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
346 violent crimes/100K (9% below avg)
C+
Education
3.0 / 5.0
24.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $81,865
9% higher than US avg
Home Value $223,800
21% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 346/100K
9% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 24.8%
26% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,069
8% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.3%
16% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.8%
50% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.6%
47% lower than US avg

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

People

Population7,735
Median Age37.2 yrs
Density495/mi²
Male / Female52% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 77%

Economy

A+
Median Income$81,865
Per Capita$36,239
Unemployment1.8%
Poverty6.6%
County GDP$15,517M
Commute24 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$223,800
Rent$1,069
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$297,528

Crime

F
Violent346/100K
Property3,671/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault279/100K
Burglary452/100K

Health

Obesity37.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression20.5%
Heart Disease5.7%

Climate

Avg Temp54°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain40.5 in/yr
Elevation949 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+24.8%
High School+89.9%
School Score5.80

Community

2024 VoteR 37% / D 61%
Commute24 min
Libraries9

Is Bonner Springs a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Bonner Springs receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Bonner Springs offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Bonner Springs is $81,865, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.8%. Only 6.6% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Bonner Springs is $223,800, 21% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,069 per month. At just 2.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Bonner Springs is below the national average at 346 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,671 per 100,000, 87% above the national average.

Education

24.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Bonner Springs experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 40.5 inches, including 17.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Bonner Springs has a population of 7,735 with a density of 495 people per square mile. The median age is 37.2 years, 4% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (76.9%), with 5.4% Black.

Population

7,735
Total Population
495
People / sq mi
37.2yrs
Median Age
4% below US avg
15.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.5%
Female 48.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Bonner Springs vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only90.6%
15% above US avg
Spanish9.4%
30% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Bonner Springs vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Bonner Springs is $81,865, which is 9% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 6.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Bonner Springs vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$81,865
9% above US avg
Per Capita Income$36,239
Avg Weekly Wage$1,269
IRS Avg AGI$51,724

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.8%
50% below US avg
Poverty Rate6.6%
47% below US avg
Establishments (County)4,055
County GDP$15,517M

Business (County)

Restaurants295
Healthcare329
Retail441
Manufacturing175

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,809
37% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.15%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.7 min
Work from Home13.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Bonner Springs is $223,800, 21% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,069 (8% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $297,528.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$223,800
21% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$297,528
Median List Price$305,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$305,000
$/Sq Ft$170
Homes Sold8
Sale-to-List Ratio0.0%
Price Drops45.5%

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,069
8% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$702
1 Bedroom$753
2 Bedrooms$947
3 Bedrooms$1,223
4 Bedrooms$1,397

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied73.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,809
37% above US avg
Effective Rate2.15%
In Bonner Springs, 37.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 20.5% report depression. 27.8% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Bonner Springs vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.3%
16% above US avg
Diabetes10.5%
Heart Disease5.7%
High Blood Pressure32.4%
Asthma10.3%
COPD6.7%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.0%
Physical Inactivity27.8%
Depression20.5%
Mental Distress17.8%
Physical Distress12.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.1%
Checkup Rate74.7%
Premature Death11,751/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.0/10
Exercise Access92.7%
Healthcare Facilities329
Bonner Springs has a violent crime rate of 346 per 100,000 residents, 9% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 3,671 per 100,000 (87% above US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent345.8/100K
9% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape26.6/100K
Robbery39.9/100K
Assault279.3/100K

Property Crime

Total Property3,671.2/100K
87% above US avg
Burglary452.3/100K
Theft2,833.2/100K
Vehicle Theft385.7/100K
Arson26.6/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)22

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Bonner Springs has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 40.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

28°F Jan (-2°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average53.6°F
1% below US avg
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall40.5 inches
7% above US avg
Snowfall17.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation949 ft (289 m)
Area15.6 sq mi (40.5 km²)
Population Density495/sq mi
Coordinates39.0754°N, 94.8717°W
County FIPS20209
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 24.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (26% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 23.9-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 37.3%
D 61.1%

Winner: Democrat by 23.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+24.8%
26% below US avg
High School+89.9%
School Test Score5.80
C+ Education Grade (3.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density495/sq mi
Total Area15.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries9
Healthcare Facilities329
Restaurants295
Retail Stores441

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)22
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.7 min
Work from Home13.6%

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