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Circleville, KS

Kansas · Metropolitan Area

Circleville is a small town in Kansas with a population of 148. Residents earn $50,000 per year, which is 33% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
148 Population 592/sq mi density
$50,000 Median Income $39,392 per capita
$82,500 Home Value $225,652 Zillow
$625 Median Rent 51.0% income on rent
53°F Avg Temperature 302 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$50,000 median income, 3.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$82,500 home value, $625/mo rent
C
Education
2.4 / 5.0
17.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $50,000
33% lower than US avg
Home Value $82,500
71% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 17.2%
49% lower than US avg
Median Rent $625
46% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.9%
18% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.6%
0% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 13.2%
6% higher than US avg

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

People

Population148
Median Age38.8 yrs
Density592/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 85%
Veterans14.0%

Economy

B
Median Income$50,000
Per Capita$39,392
Unemployment3.6%
Poverty13.2%
County GDP$508M
Commute28 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$82,500
Rent$625
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$225,652
Housing Units88
Rent Burden51.0%

Health

Obesity37.9%
Uninsured8.2%
Smoking16.8%
Depression23.3%
Heart Disease5.6%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (12°C)
AQI39 (Good)
Rain37.9 in/yr
Sunny Days302/yr
Elevation1,150 ft (351 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+17.2%
High School+90.3%
Graduate+3.1%
School Score5.80

Community

2024 VoteR 70% / D 28%
Commute28 min
Broadband64.0%
Libraries1

Is Circleville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Circleville receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Circleville offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Circleville is $50,000, 33% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.6%, indicating a healthy job market. 13.2% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Circleville is $82,500, 71% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $625 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

17.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Circleville experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. With 302 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 37.9 inches, including 10.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Circleville has a population of 148 with a density of 592 people per square mile. The median age is 38.8 years, 0% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (85.1%), with 12.8% Hispanic.

Population

148
Total Population
592
People / sq mi
38.8yrs
Median Age
0% below US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.3%
Female 50.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Circleville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Circleville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Circleville is $50,000, which is 33% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 13.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Income: Circleville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$50,000
33% below US avg
Per Capita Income$39,392
Avg Weekly Wage$891
IRS Avg AGI$64,805

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.6%
0% below US avg
Poverty Rate13.2%
6% above US avg
Establishments (County)324
County GDP$508M

Business (County)

Restaurants20
Healthcare27
Retail40
Manufacturing9

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,724
6% above US avg
Cost of Living90.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate4.51%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.2 min
Drive Alone85.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Circleville is $82,500, 71% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $625 (46% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $225,652.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$82,500
71% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$225,652

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$625
46% below US avg
Rent Burden51.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied78.1%
Housing Units88
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,724
6% above US avg
Effective Rate4.51%
In Circleville, 37.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.2% of residents lack health insurance. 16.8% are current smokers. 23.3% report depression. 25.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.9%
18% above US avg
Diabetes9.5%
Heart Disease5.6%
High Blood Pressure30.8%
Asthma10.9%
COPD6.9%
Cancer7.3%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking16.8%
20% above US avg
Binge Drinking18.5%
Physical Inactivity25.4%
Depression23.3%
Mental Distress18.6%
Physical Distress12.9%
Short Sleep38.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.9%
Uninsured8.2%
5% below US avg
Checkup Rate74.0%
Dental Visits62.2%
Premature Death9,798/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.4/10
Exercise Access48.4%
Healthcare Facilities27
Circleville has an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 37.9 inches. The area enjoys 302 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-3°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average53.2°F
1% below US avg
January Average26°F (-3°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)
Sunny Days302 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall37.9 inches
0% below US avg
Snowfall10.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,150 ft (351 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.6 km²)
Population Density592/sq mi
Coordinates39.5094°N, 95.8557°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS20085
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 17.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (49% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 42.6-point margin. 64.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 70.4%
D 27.8%

Winner: Republican by 42.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+17.2%
49% below US avg
High School+90.3%
Graduate Degree+3.1%
School Test Score5.80
C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density592/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access64.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities27
Restaurants20
Retail Stores40

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute28.2 min
Drive Alone85.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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