Bucklin, KS

Kansas

Bucklin is a small town in Kansas with a population of 627. Residents earn $58,699 per year, which is 22% below the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
627 Population 1,081/sq mi density
$58,699 Median Income $32,520 per capita
$88,600 Home Value $143,513 Zillow
$715 Median Rent
56°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.1 / 5.0
$58,699 median income, 2.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$88,600 home value, $715/mo rent
C
Education
2.4 / 5.0
18.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $58,699
22% lower than US avg
Home Value $88,600
69% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 0/100K
100% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 18.1%
46% lower than US avg
Median Rent $715
39% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 33.9%
6% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.3%
36% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.5%
72% lower than US avg

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

People

Population627
Median Age52.9 yrs
Density1,081/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 96%

Economy

A
Median Income$58,699
Per Capita$32,520
Unemployment2.3%
Poverty3.5%
County GDP$3,215M
Commute16 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$88,600
Rent$715
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$143,513

Crime

Violent0/100K
Property0/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault0/100K
Burglary0/100K

Health

Obesity33.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.7%
Heart Disease5.0%

Climate

Avg Temp56°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain22.0 in/yr
Elevation2,414 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+18.1%
High School+94.9%
School Score5.80

Community

2024 VoteR 68% / D 30%
Commute16 min
Libraries3

Is Bucklin a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Bucklin receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Bucklin offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Bucklin is $58,699, 22% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.3%. Only 3.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Bucklin is $88,600, 69% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $715 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Bucklin is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 0 per 100,000, 100% below the national average.

Education

18.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Bucklin enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 22.0 inches, including 19.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Bucklin has a population of 627 with a density of 1,081 people per square mile. The median age is 52.9 years, 36% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95.9%), with 2.9% Hispanic.

Population

627
Total Population
1,081
People / sq mi
52.9yrs
Median Age
36% above US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.7%
Female 49.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Bucklin vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.9%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.1%
92% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Bucklin vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Bucklin is $58,699, which is 22% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes.

Income: Bucklin vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$58,699
22% below US avg
Per Capita Income$32,520
Avg Weekly Wage$1,015
IRS Avg AGI$65,440

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.3%
36% below US avg
Poverty Rate3.5%
72% below US avg
Establishments (County)858
County GDP$3,215M

Business (County)

Restaurants89
Healthcare91
Retail117
Manufacturing25

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,668
33% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate5.27%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time15.7 min
Work from Home2.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Bucklin is $88,600, 69% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $715 (39% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $143,513.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$88,600
69% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$143,513
Median List Price$165,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$165,000
$/Sq Ft$101
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio0.0%
Price Drops25.0%
Inventory8

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$715
39% 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-Occupied77.7%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,668
33% above US avg
Effective Rate5.27%
In Bucklin, 33.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.7% report depression. 21.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity33.9%
6% above US avg
Diabetes8.4%
Heart Disease5.0%
High Blood Pressure29.5%
Asthma10.2%
COPD5.5%
Stroke2.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.9%
Physical Inactivity21.6%
Depression21.7%
Mental Distress17.0%
Physical Distress11.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.1%
Checkup Rate73.8%
Premature Death8,381/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.9/10
Exercise Access82.8%
Healthcare Facilities91
Bucklin has a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents, 100% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 0 per 100,000 (100% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault0.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Burglary0.0/100K
Theft0.0/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5
FEMA Disasters182

Safety Score

Bucklin has an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation is 22.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

33°F Jan (1°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average56.0°F
4% above US avg
January Average33°F (1°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall22.0 inches
42% below US avg
Snowfall19.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation2,414 ft (736 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.5 km²)
Population Density1,081/sq mi
Coordinates37.5486°N, 99.6344°W
County FIPS20057
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+. 18.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (46% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 38.4-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 68.3%
D 29.9%

Winner: Republican by 38.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+18.1%
46% below US avg
High School+94.9%
School Test Score5.80
C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 5Nonmetro — Urban 20K+
Population Density1,081/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities91
Restaurants89
Retail Stores117

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5
FEMA Disaster Declarations182

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute15.7 min
Work from Home2.6%

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