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Canton, KS
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Canton, KS
At a Glance
How Canton Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Canton's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Canton a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Canton residents earn a median household income of $64,141 , which is 15% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $29,980. The unemployment rate stands at 4.1% (14% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 6.2% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 974 business establishments, including 75 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Canton is $119,700 , 58% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $196,546. The cost of living index is 90.1 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1954.
Safety & Crime
Canton reports 202 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 47% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 0/100K.
Education
9.6% of adults in Canton hold a bachelor's degree or higher (72% below the national average). 95.7% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.7/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Canton has an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. The area gets 302 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 33.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.