Bucyrus, KS

Kansas · Metropolitan Area

Bucyrus is a small town in Kansas with a population of 16.

5.0 /5.0
A+ Excellent
16 Population 8/sq mi density
55°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
5.0 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
50.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 50.0%
48% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 32.7%
2% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population16
Median AgeN/A
Density8/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans16.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per CapitaN/A
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$1,433M
Commute37 min

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$653,979

Health

Obesity32.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.0%
Heart Disease4.0%

Climate

Avg Temp55°F (13°C)
AQI39 (Good)
Rain37.7 in/yr
Elevation1,079 ft (329 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+50.0%
High School+100.0%
School Score5.80

Community

2024 VoteR 69% / D 29%
Commute37 min
Broadband8.0%
Libraries3

Is Bucyrus a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Bucyrus receives an overall livability score of 5.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include long commute times. Bucyrus stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 37 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 50.0% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Bucyrus experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 37.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Bucyrus has a population of 16 with a density of 8 people per square mile. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

16
Total Population
8
People / sq mi
2.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50%
Female 50%

Race & Ethnicity

Bucyrus vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Bucyrus vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Bucyrus is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 37 minutes.

Income: Bucyrus vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Avg Weekly Wage$1,031
IRS Avg AGI$90,818

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)966
County GDP$1,433M

Business (County)

Restaurants60
Healthcare68
Retail81
Manufacturing21

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,781
65% above US avg

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time37.0 min
Drive Alone0.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

Zillow estimates the typical home value at $653,979.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Zillow ZHVI$653,979

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-Occupied100.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,781
65% above US avg
In Bucyrus, 32.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 24.0% report depression. 18.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity32.7%
2% above US avg
Diabetes7.5%
Heart Disease4.0%
High Blood Pressure25.7%
Asthma11.1%
COPD4.3%
Stroke2.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.4%
Physical Inactivity18.6%
Depression24.0%
Mental Distress16.8%
Physical Distress9.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Checkup Rate76.0%
Premature Death8,638/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.5/10
Exercise Access70.4%
Healthcare Facilities68
Bucyrus has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 37.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average55.1°F
2% above US avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall37.7 inches
1% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,079 ft (329 m)
Area2.0 sq mi (5.2 km²)
Population Density8/sq mi
Coordinates38.7209°N, 94.7083°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS20121
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 50.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (48% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 39.5-point margin. 8.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 68.8%
D 29.3%

Winner: Republican by 39.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+50.0%
48% above US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score5.80
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density8/sq mi
Total Area2.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access8.0%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities68
Restaurants60
Retail Stores81

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute37.0 min
Drive Alone0.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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