Chanute, KS
Full City Profile · Kansas · Neosho County County
Chanute, KS
At a Glance
How Chanute Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Chanute's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Chanute a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Chanute residents earn a median household income of $47,885 , which is 36% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $28,023. The unemployment rate stands at 7.0% (94% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 15.5% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 492 business establishments, including 35 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Chanute is $77,900 , 72% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $101,407. Median rent is $653/month, with 34.1% 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
Chanute reports 561 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 48% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 2,113/100K.
Education
19.2% of adults in Chanute hold a bachelor's degree or higher (43% below the national average). 91.3% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.6/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Chanute has an average annual temperature of 58°F (14°C). Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 40.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.