Carlton, KS

Kansas

Carlton is a small town in Kansas with a population of 19. Residents earn $64,375 per year, which is 14% below the national average.

4.2 /5.0
A Great
19 Population 112/sq mi density
$64,375 Median Income $31,763 per capita
58°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.2 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.3 / 5.0
$64,375 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A
Education
4.1 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $64,375
14% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population19
Median Age58.5 yrs
Density112/mi²
Male / Female68% / 32%
Largest GroupWhite 95%
Veterans15.0%

Economy

A
Median Income$64,375
Per Capita$31,763
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$854M
Commute24 min

Climate

Avg Temp58°F (14°C)
AQI39 (Good)
Rain34.3 in/yr
Elevation1,315 ft (401 m)

Education

A
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+78.6%
School Score5.80

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%
Commute24 min
Broadband9.0%
Libraries6

Is Carlton a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Carlton receives an overall livability score of 4.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Carlton stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Carlton is $64,375, 14% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 78.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Carlton enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F. Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 34.3 inches, including 12.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Carlton has a population of 19 with a density of 112 people per square mile. The median age is 58.5 years, 50% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.7%).

Population

19
Total Population
112
People / sq mi
58.5yrs
Median Age
50% above US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 68.4%
Female 31.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Carlton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Carlton vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Carlton is $64,375, which is 14% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Carlton vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$64,375
14% below US avg
Per Capita Income$31,763
Avg Weekly Wage$855
IRS Avg AGI$63,265

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)563
County GDP$854M

Business (County)

Restaurants40
Healthcare35
Retail75
Manufacturing16

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,558
2% above US avg

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.9 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

Carlton has an average annual temperature of 58°F (14°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation is 34.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

33°F Jan (0°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average57.5°F
6% above US avg
January Average33°F (0°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall34.3 inches
10% below US avg
Snowfall12.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,315 ft (401 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.4 km²)
Population Density112/sq mi
Coordinates38.6867°N, 97.2932°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS20041
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (100% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 55-point margin. 9.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 76.7%
D 21.8%

Winner: Republican by 55 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+78.6%
School Test Score5.80
A Education Grade (4.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density112/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access9.0%
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities35
Restaurants40
Retail Stores75

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.9 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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