Chetopa, KS

Kansas

Chetopa is a small town in Kansas with a population of 995. Residents earn $22,614 per year, which is 70% below the national average.

3.0 /5.0
B Good
995 Population 732/sq mi density
$22,614 Median Income $20,333 per capita
$63,300 Home Value $61,107 Zillow
$530 Median Rent 41.7% income on rent
56°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Economy
1.9 / 5.0
$22,614 median income, 4.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$63,300 home value, $530/mo rent
C
Education
2.0 / 5.0
13.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $22,614
70% lower than US avg
Home Value $63,300
78% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 13.0%
61% lower than US avg
Median Rent $530
54% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 45.4%
41% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.4%
22% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 39.1%
215% higher than US avg

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

People

Population995
Median Age51.2 yrs
Density732/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 90%

Economy

D
Median Income$22,614
Per Capita$20,333
Unemployment4.4%
Poverty39.1%
County GDP$1,082M
Commute17 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$63,300
Rent$530
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$61,107
Rent Burden41.7%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity45.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.3%
Heart Disease7.9%

Climate

Avg Temp56°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain46.6 in/yr
Elevation827 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+13.0%
High School+85.5%
School Score5.80

Community

2024 VoteR 68% / D 30%
Commute17 min
Libraries6

Is Chetopa a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Chetopa receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Chetopa offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Chetopa is $22,614, 70% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.4%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 39.1% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Chetopa is $63,300, 78% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $530 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

13.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 85.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Chetopa enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 46.6 inches, including 7.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Chetopa has a population of 995 with a density of 732 people per square mile. The median age is 51.2 years, 32% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (89.7%), with 8.5% Hispanic, 1.6% Black.

Population

995
Total Population
732
People / sq mi
51.2yrs
Median Age
32% above US avg
1.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.6%
Female 49.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Chetopa vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.9%
25% above US avg
Spanish2.1%
84% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Chetopa vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Chetopa is $22,614, which is 70% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.4% (above the 3.6% US average). 39.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes.

Income: Chetopa vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$22,614
70% below US avg
Per Capita Income$20,333
Avg Weekly Wage$918
IRS Avg AGI$52,716

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.4%
22% above US avg
Poverty Rate39.1%
215% above US avg
Establishments (County)498
County GDP$1,082M

Business (County)

Restaurants43
Healthcare76
Retail77
Manufacturing34

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,541
1% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate5.59%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time17.3 min
Work from Home7.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Chetopa is $63,300, 78% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $530 (54% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $61,107.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$63,300
78% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$61,107

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$10
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio0.0%
Price Drops50.0%
Inventory2

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$530
54% below US avg
Rent Burden41.7%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$702
1 Bedroom$753
2 Bedrooms$947
3 Bedrooms$1,223
4 Bedrooms$1,397

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied62.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,541
1% above US avg
Effective Rate5.59%
In Chetopa, 45.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 24.3% report depression. 36.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity45.4%
41% above US avg
Diabetes13.1%
Heart Disease7.9%
High Blood Pressure38.2%
Asthma11.9%
COPD10.8%
Stroke4.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.9%
Physical Inactivity36.6%
Depression24.3%
Mental Distress21.4%
Physical Distress16.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate90.5%
Checkup Rate73.6%
Premature Death10,132/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.4/10
Exercise Access51.6%
Healthcare Facilities76

Crime Rates: Chetopa vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Safety Score

Chetopa has an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 46.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

32°F Jan (-0°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average56.0°F
4% above US avg
January Average32°F (-0°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall46.6 inches
23% above US avg
Snowfall7.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation827 ft (252 m)
Area1.4 sq mi (3.5 km²)
Population Density732/sq mi
Coordinates37.0374°N, 95.0922°W
County FIPS20099
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 13.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (61% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 38.2-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 68.3%
D 30.1%

Winner: Republican by 38.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+13.0%
61% below US avg
High School+85.5%
School Test Score5.80
C Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density732/sq mi
Total Area1.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities76
Restaurants43
Retail Stores77

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute17.3 min
Work from Home7.3%

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