Climax, KS

Kansas

Climax is a small town in Kansas with a population of 57. Residents earn $63,750 per year, which is 15% below the national average.

2.2 /5.0
C Fair
57 Population 475/sq mi density
$63,750 Median Income $33,807 per capita
55°F Avg Temperature
C
Overall
2.2 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$63,750 median income, 9.1% unemployment
F
Education
1.2 / 5.0
2.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $63,750
15% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 2.9%
91% lower than US avg
Unemployment 9.1%
153% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population57
Median Age43.4 yrs
Density475/mi²
Male / Female60% / 40%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans38.0%

Economy

B
Median Income$63,750
Per Capita$33,807
Unemployment9.1%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$209M
Commute31 min

Climate

Avg Temp55°F (13°C)
AQI39 (Good)
Rain40.0 in/yr
Elevation1,039 ft (317 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+2.9%
High School+100.0%
School Score5.80

Community

2024 VoteR 80% / D 19%
Commute31 min
Broadband23.0%
Libraries4

Is Climax a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Climax receives an overall livability score of 2.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Key strengths include a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Climax has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Climax is $63,750, 15% below the national average of $75,149. At 9.1%, unemployment is notably high. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Education

2.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Climax experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 40.0 inches, including 8.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Climax has a population of 57 with a density of 475 people per square mile. The median age is 43.4 years, 12% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

57
Total Population
475
People / sq mi
43.4yrs
Median Age
12% above US avg
0.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 59.6%
Female 40.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Climax vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Climax vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Climax is $63,750, which is 15% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 9.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Income: Climax vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$63,750
15% below US avg
Per Capita Income$33,807
Avg Weekly Wage$739
IRS Avg AGI$54,787

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment9.1%
153% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)206
County GDP$209M

Business (County)

Restaurants12
Healthcare11
Retail26
Manufacturing4

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,920
17% below US avg

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time31.4 min
Drive Alone64.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home12.0%

Walkability

Climax has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 40.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

31°F Jan (-1°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average55.3°F
2% above US avg
January Average31°F (-1°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall40.0 inches
5% above US avg
Snowfall8.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,039 ft (317 m)
Area0.1 sq mi (0.3 km²)
Population Density475/sq mi
Coordinates37.7192°N, 96.2240°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS20073
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 2.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (91% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 61-point margin. 23.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 79.7%
D 18.8%

Winner: Republican by 61 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+2.9%
91% below US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score5.80
F Education Grade (1.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density475/sq mi
Total Area0.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access23.0%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities11
Restaurants12
Retail Stores26

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute31.4 min
Drive Alone64.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home12.0%

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