Home Value $46,300

84% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 5.6%

83% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 40.1%

25% higher than US avg

Unemployment 3.3%

8% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 10.3%

17% lower than US avg

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

People

Population108

Median Age51.1 yrs

Density257/mi²

Male / Female77% / 23%

Largest GroupWhite 86%

Veterans92.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A

Per Capita$25,246

Unemployment3.3%

Poverty10.3%

County GDP$101M

Commute22 min

Housing

Home Value$46,300

RentN/A

OwnershipN/A

Housing Units43

Rent Burden26.4%

Health

Obesity40.1%

Uninsured10.4%

Smoking20.1%

Depression26.3%

Heart Disease6.5%

Climate

Avg Temp57°F (14°C)

AQI39 (Good)

Rain40.5 in/yr

Sunny Days305/yr

Elevation906 ft (276 m)

Education

Bachelor's+5.6%

High School+93.3%

Graduate+3.4%

School Score5.27

Community

2024 VoteR 85% / D 14%

Commute22 min

Broadband36.0%

Libraries2

Is Chautauqua a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Chautauqua receives an overall livability score of 1.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of F. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Chautauqua faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

Unemployment stands at 3.3%, indicating a healthy job market. 10.3% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Chautauqua is $46,300, 84% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership.

Education

5.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Chautauqua enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F. Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. With 305 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 40.5 inches, including 9.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Chautauqua has a population of 108 with a density of 257 people per square mile. The median age is 51.1 years, 31% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (86.1%), with 13% Hispanic.

Population

108

Total Population

257

People / sq mi

51.1yrs

Median Age

31% above US avg

0.4mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 76.9%

Female 23.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Chautauqua vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	100.0%
	27% above US avg
Spanish	0.0%
	100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Chautauqua vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Chautauqua is N/A. The unemployment rate is 3.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 10.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Income: Chautauqua vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income


Per Capita Income	$25,246
Avg Weekly Wage	$689
IRS Avg AGI	$54,614

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	3.3%
	8% below US avg
Poverty Rate	10.3%
	17% below US avg
Establishments (County)	106
County GDP	$101M

Business (County)

Restaurants	4
Healthcare	10
Retail	11
Manufacturing	3

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$2,900
	17% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate	6.26%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	21.9 min
Drive Alone	76.7%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	3.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Chautauqua is $46,300, 84% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$46,300
	84% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs


Rent Burden	26.4%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio	$643
1 Bedroom	$668
2 Bedrooms	$877
3 Bedrooms	$1,108
4 Bedrooms	$1,161

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied	80.6%
Housing Units	43
Median Year Built	1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$2,900
	17% below US avg
Effective Rate	6.26%

In Chautauqua, 40.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 10.4% of residents lack health insurance. 20.1% are current smokers. 26.3% report depression. 31.9% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Chautauqua vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	40.1%
	25% above US avg
Diabetes	11.0%
Heart Disease	6.5%
High Blood Pressure	33.3%
Asthma	12.8%
COPD	8.6%
Cancer	7.1%
Stroke	3.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	20.1%
	44% above US avg
Binge Drinking	14.6%
Physical Inactivity	31.9%
Depression	26.3%
Mental Distress	22.1%
Physical Distress	15.2%
Short Sleep	39.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	76.1%
Uninsured	10.4%
	21% above US avg
Checkup Rate	74.9%
Dental Visits	55.6%
Premature Death	12,109/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	6.1/10
Exercise Access	44.5%
Healthcare Facilities	10

Chautauqua has an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation is 40.5 inches. The area enjoys 305 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

34°F Jan (1°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)

Annual Average	57.4°F
	6% above US avg
January Average	34°F (1°C)
July Average	80°F (27°C)
Sunny Days	305 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	40.5 inches
	7% above US avg
Snowfall	9.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	39.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	906 ft (276 m)
Area	0.4 sq mi (1.1 km²)
Population Density	257/sq mi
Coordinates	37.0239°N, 96.1771°W
Timezone	America/Chicago
County FIPS	20019

It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 5.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (83% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 71.3-point margin. 36.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 85.1%

D 13.8%

Winner: Republican by 71.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	5.6%
	83% below US avg
High School+	93.3%
Graduate Degree+	3.4%
School Test Score	5.27

F Education Grade (1.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9	Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density	257/sq mi
Total Area	0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	36.0%
Public Libraries	2
Healthcare Facilities	10
Restaurants	4
Retail Stores	11

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	21.9 min
Drive Alone	76.7%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	3.3%

Chautauqua, KS

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

People

Economy

Housing

Health

Climate

Education

Community

Is Chautauqua a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

Cost of Living & Housing

Education

Climate & Weather

Population

Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

Chautauqua vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

Chautauqua vs U.S. Average

Income: Chautauqua vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Ownership & Property

Property Tax

Health Metrics: Chautauqua vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Food & Exercise

Temperature

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

Geography

2024 Presidential Election (County)

Education

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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