Burr Oak, KS

Kansas

Burr Oak is a small town in Kansas with a population of 114. Residents earn $31,667 per year, which is 58% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
114 Population 139/sq mi density
$31,667 Median Income $21,732 per capita
$25,800 Home Value $112,015 Zillow
51°F Avg Temperature 326 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.5 / 5.0
$31,667 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$25,800 home value
D
Education
1.7 / 5.0
8.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $31,667
58% lower than US avg
Home Value $25,800
91% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 8.9%
74% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.7%
24% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.1%
35% lower than US avg

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

People

Population114
Median Age58.8 yrs
Density139/mi²
Male / Female37% / 63%
Largest GroupWhite 80%
Veterans97.0%

Economy

B+
Median Income$31,667
Per Capita$21,732
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty8.1%
County GDP$143M
Commute16 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$25,800
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$112,015
Housing Units126

Health

Obesity39.7%
Uninsured9.4%
Smoking18.8%
Depression23.9%
Heart Disease6.5%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (11°C)
AQI39 (Good)
Rain27.5 in/yr
Sunny Days326/yr
Elevation1,660 ft (506 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+8.9%
High School+86.7%
Graduate+3.8%
School Score5.80

Community

2024 VoteR 87% / D 11%
Commute16 min
Broadband58.0%
Libraries5

Is Burr Oak a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Burr Oak receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Burr Oak offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Burr Oak is $31,667, 58% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 8.1% of residents live in poverty, near the national average 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 Burr Oak is $25,800, 91% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 0.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

8.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Burr Oak experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. With 326 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 27.5 inches, including 23.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Burr Oak has a population of 114 with a density of 139 people per square mile. The median age is 58.8 years, 51% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (79.8%), with 10.5% Hispanic.

Population

114
Total Population
139
People / sq mi
58.8yrs
Median Age
51% above US avg
0.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 36.8%
Female 63.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Burr Oak vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.7%
23% above US avg
Spanish3.3%
75% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Burr Oak vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Burr Oak is $31,667, which is 58% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 8.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes.

Income: Burr Oak vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$31,667
58% below US avg
Per Capita Income$21,732
Avg Weekly Wage$699
IRS Avg AGI$57,670

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate8.1%
35% below US avg
Establishments (County)110
County GDP$143M

Business (County)

Restaurants7
Healthcare4
Retail14

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time16.4 min
Drive Alone90.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home9.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Burr Oak is $25,800, 91% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $112,015.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$25,800
91% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$112,015

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%
Housing Units126
Median Year Built1948

Property Tax

In Burr Oak, 39.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 9.4% of residents lack health insurance. 18.8% are current smokers. 23.9% report depression. 28.8% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Burr Oak vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.7%
24% above US avg
Diabetes10.5%
Heart Disease6.5%
High Blood Pressure33.0%
Asthma10.7%
COPD7.8%
Cancer7.4%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking18.8%
34% above US avg
Binge Drinking17.4%
Physical Inactivity28.8%
Depression23.9%
Mental Distress19.2%
Physical Distress13.8%
Short Sleep36.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.5%
Uninsured9.4%
9% above US avg
Checkup Rate74.5%
Dental Visits56.8%
Premature Death6,581/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.8/10
Exercise Access4.3%
Healthcare Facilities4
Burr Oak has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 27.5 inches. The area enjoys 326 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-3°C) 76°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average51.1°F
5% below US avg
January Average26°F (-3°C)
July Average76°F (25°C)
Sunny Days326 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall27.5 inches
28% below US avg
Snowfall23.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,660 ft (506 m)
Area0.8 sq mi (2.1 km²)
Population Density139/sq mi
Coordinates39.8703°N, 98.3057°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS20089
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 8.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (74% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 75.9-point margin. 58.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 87%
D 11.2%

Winner: Republican by 75.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+8.9%
74% below US avg
High School+86.7%
Graduate Degree+3.8%
School Test Score5.80
D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density139/sq mi
Total Area0.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access58.0%
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities4
Restaurants7
Retail Stores14

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute16.4 min
Drive Alone90.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home9.1%

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