Cimarron, KS

Kansas

Cimarron is a small town in Kansas with a population of 1,942. Residents earn $92,762 per year, which is 23% above the national average.

4.4 /5.0
A Great
1,942 Population 1,689/sq mi density
$92,762 Median Income $35,218 per capita
$162,500 Home Value $229,094 Zillow
$849 Median Rent
55°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.4 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.5 / 5.0
$92,762 median income, 2.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$162,500 home value, $849/mo rent
B+
Education
3.6 / 5.0
32.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $92,762
23% higher than US avg
Home Value $162,500
42% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 32.5%
4% lower than US avg
Median Rent $849
27% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.6%
26% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.4%
33% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 11.1%
10% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,942
Median Age33.5 yrs
Density1,689/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 92%

Economy

A+
Median Income$92,762
Per Capita$35,218
Unemployment2.4%
Poverty11.1%
County GDP$997M
Commute19 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$162,500
Rent$849
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$229,094

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity40.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.4%
Heart Disease5.6%

Climate

Avg Temp55°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain21.6 in/yr
Elevation2,685 ft

Education

B+
Bachelor's+32.5%
High School+93.1%
School Score5.80

Community

2024 VoteR 84% / D 15%
Commute19 min
Libraries4

Is Cimarron a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Cimarron receives an overall livability score of 4.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Cimarron stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Cimarron is $92,762, 23% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.4%. 11.1% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Cimarron is $162,500, 42% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $849 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

32.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Cimarron experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 21.6 inches, including 17.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Cimarron has a population of 1,942 with a density of 1,689 people per square mile. The median age is 33.5 years, 14% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (91.7%), with 1.8% Hispanic.

Population

1,942
Total Population
1,689
People / sq mi
33.5yrs
Median Age
14% below US avg
1.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.1%
Female 47.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Cimarron vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only79.6%
1% above US avg
Spanish20.4%
52% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Cimarron vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Cimarron is $92,762, which is 23% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 11.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes.

Income: Cimarron vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$92,762
23% above US avg
Per Capita Income$35,218
Avg Weekly Wage$1,000
IRS Avg AGI$80,968

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.4%
33% below US avg
Poverty Rate11.1%
10% below US avg
Establishments (County)310
County GDP$997M

Business (County)

Restaurants15
Healthcare9
Retail26
Manufacturing7

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,767
36% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.93%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.0 min
Work from Home3.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Cimarron is $162,500, 42% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $849 (27% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $229,094.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$162,500
42% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$229,094

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$849
27% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied67.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,767
36% above US avg
Effective Rate2.93%
In Cimarron, 40.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.4% report depression. 26.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.6%
26% above US avg
Diabetes9.8%
Heart Disease5.6%
High Blood Pressure30.7%
Asthma10.0%
COPD6.2%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.3%
Physical Inactivity26.7%
Depression21.4%
Mental Distress17.1%
Physical Distress12.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.2%
Checkup Rate73.6%
Premature Death7,692/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.4/10
Exercise Access68.9%
Healthcare Facilities9

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Cimarron has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation is 21.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

32°F Jan (-0°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average55.2°F
2% above US avg
January Average32°F (-0°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall21.6 inches
43% below US avg
Snowfall17.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation2,685 ft (818 m)
Area1.2 sq mi (3.0 km²)
Population Density1,689/sq mi
Coordinates37.8097°N, 100.3453°W
County FIPS20069
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 32.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (4% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 69-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 83.8%
D 14.8%

Winner: Republican by 69 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+32.5%
4% below US avg
High School+93.1%
School Test Score5.80
B+ Education Grade (3.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density1,689/sq mi
Total Area1.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities9
Restaurants15
Retail Stores26

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.0 min
Work from Home3.5%

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