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Burns, KS
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Burns, KS
At a Glance
How Burns Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Burns's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Burns a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Burns residents earn a median household income of $44,688 , which is 41% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $21,119. The unemployment rate stands at 5.7% (58% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 22.7% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 86 business establishments, including 3 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Burns is $65,000 , 77% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $194,128. Median rent is $768/month, with 35.5% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 90.1 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1944.
Safety & Crime
Burns reports 0 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 100% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 2,452/100K.
Education
8.3% of adults in Burns hold a bachelor's degree or higher (75% below the national average). 74.4% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Burns has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. The area gets 302 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 34.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.