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Caldwell, KS
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Caldwell, KS
At a Glance
How Caldwell Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Caldwell's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Caldwell a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Caldwell residents earn a median household income of $40,729 , which is 46% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $26,345. The unemployment rate stands at 6.2% (72% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 5.7% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 640 business establishments, including 44 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Caldwell is $69,900 , 75% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $81,267. Median rent is $478/month, with 32.9% 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 1952.
Safety & Crime
Caldwell reports 366 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 4% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 3,801/100K.
Education
23.7% of adults in Caldwell hold a bachelor's degree or higher (30% below the national average). 97.6% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.6/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Caldwell has an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. The area gets 317 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 33.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.