Burdett, KS

Kansas

Burdett is a small town in Kansas with a population of 313. Residents earn $48,125 per year, which is 36% below the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
313 Population 1,204/sq mi density
$48,125 Median Income $33,760 per capita
$59,500 Home Value $100,603 Zillow
$1,295 Median Rent 36.3% income on rent
55°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.0 / 5.0
$48,125 median income, 1.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$59,500 home value, $1,295/mo rent
C
Education
2.3 / 5.0
16.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $48,125
36% lower than US avg
Home Value $59,500
79% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 16.4%
51% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,295
11% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.3%
10% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.1%
69% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.1%
91% lower than US avg

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

People

Population313
Median Age35.4 yrs
Density1,204/mi²
Male / Female44% / 56%
Largest GroupWhite 77%

Economy

A
Median Income$48,125
Per Capita$33,760
Unemployment1.1%
Poverty1.1%
County GDP$353M
Commute15 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$59,500
Rent$1,295
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$100,603
Rent Burden36.3%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity35.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.4%
Heart Disease5.0%

Climate

Avg Temp55°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain23.7 in/yr
Elevation2,119 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+16.4%
High School+89.9%
School Score5.80

Community

2024 VoteR 75% / D 23%
Commute15 min
Libraries1

Is Burdett a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Burdett is $48,125, 36% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.1%. Only 1.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 15 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Burdett is $59,500, 79% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,295 per month. At just 1.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

16.4% 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

Burdett experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 23.7 inches, including 21.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Burdett has a population of 313 with a density of 1,204 people per square mile. The median age is 35.4 years, 9% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (77%), with 3.2% Hispanic, 12.1% Black.

Population

313
Total Population
1,204
People / sq mi
35.4yrs
Median Age
9% below US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 44.1%
Female 55.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Burdett vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.8%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.2%
91% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Burdett vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Burdett is $48,125, which is 36% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 15 minutes.

Income: Burdett vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$48,125
36% below US avg
Per Capita Income$33,760
Avg Weekly Wage$967
IRS Avg AGI$59,681

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.1%
69% below US avg
Poverty Rate1.1%
91% below US avg
Establishments (County)211
County GDP$353M

Business (County)

Restaurants13
Healthcare14
Retail23
Manufacturing4

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,063
12% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate5.15%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time15.1 min
Work from Home9.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Burdett is $59,500, 79% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,295 (11% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $100,603.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$59,500
79% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$100,603

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,295
11% above US avg
Rent Burden36.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied59.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,063
12% below US avg
Effective Rate5.15%
In Burdett, 35.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.4% report depression. 22.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.3%
10% above US avg
Diabetes8.2%
Heart Disease5.0%
High Blood Pressure29.1%
Asthma9.8%
COPD5.6%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking20.0%
Physical Inactivity22.1%
Depression21.4%
Mental Distress16.6%
Physical Distress11.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.4%
Checkup Rate73.3%
Premature Death10,550/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.2/10
Exercise Access66.7%
Healthcare Facilities14

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Burdett has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation is 23.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

31°F Jan (-1°C) 80°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average54.6°F
1% above US avg
January Average31°F (-1°C)
July Average80°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall23.7 inches
38% below US avg
Snowfall21.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation2,119 ft (646 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.7 km²)
Population Density1,204/sq mi
Coordinates38.1935°N, 99.5265°W
County FIPS20145
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 16.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (51% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 51.5-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 74.9%
D 23.4%

Winner: Republican by 51.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+16.4%
51% below US avg
High School+89.9%
School Test Score5.80
C Education Grade (2.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density1,204/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities14
Restaurants13
Retail Stores23

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute15.1 min
Work from Home9.7%

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