Coldwater, KS

Kansas

Coldwater is a small town in Kansas with a population of 667. Residents earn $46,250 per year, which is 38% below the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
667 Population 261/sq mi density
$46,250 Median Income $36,377 per capita
$73,100 Home Value $85,427 Zillow
$744 Median Rent
59°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.9 / 5.0
$46,250 median income, 1.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$73,100 home value, $744/mo rent
C
Education
2.3 / 5.0
15.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $46,250
38% lower than US avg
Home Value $73,100
74% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 15.9%
53% lower than US avg
Median Rent $744
36% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.8%
24% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.9%
47% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.9%
77% lower than US avg

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

People

Population667
Median Age61.1 yrs
Density261/mi²
Male / Female43% / 57%
Largest GroupWhite 95%

Economy

B+
Median Income$46,250
Per Capita$36,377
Unemployment1.9%
Poverty2.9%
County GDP$71M
Commute10 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$73,100
Rent$744
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$85,427

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity39.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.7%
Heart Disease5.6%

Climate

Avg Temp59°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain25.3 in/yr
Elevation2,095 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+15.9%
High School+92.3%
School Score5.80

Community

2024 VoteR 83% / D 15%
Commute10 min
Libraries3

Is Coldwater a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Coldwater receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Coldwater offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Coldwater is $46,250, 38% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.9%. Only 2.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 10 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Coldwater is $73,100, 74% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $744 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

15.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Coldwater enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F. Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 25.3 inches, including 17.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Coldwater has a population of 667 with a density of 261 people per square mile. The median age is 61.1 years, 57% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.8%), with 4.3% Hispanic.

Population

667
Total Population
261
People / sq mi
61.1yrs
Median Age
57% above US avg
2.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 43.2%
Female 56.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Coldwater vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.0%
25% above US avg
Spanish2.0%
85% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Coldwater vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Coldwater is $46,250, which is 38% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 10 minutes.

Income: Coldwater vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$46,250
38% below US avg
Per Capita Income$36,377
Avg Weekly Wage$795
IRS Avg AGI$53,675

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.9%
47% below US avg
Poverty Rate2.9%
77% below US avg
Establishments (County)94
County GDP$71M

Business (County)

Restaurants4
Healthcare4
Retail14
Manufacturing6

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time10.2 min
Work from Home1.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Coldwater is $73,100, 74% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $744 (36% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $85,427.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$73,100
74% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$85,427

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$744
36% 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-Occupied66.6%

Property Tax

In Coldwater, 39.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 23.7% report depression. 26.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.8%
24% above US avg
Diabetes9.6%
Heart Disease5.6%
High Blood Pressure31.6%
Asthma10.7%
COPD6.7%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.2%
Physical Inactivity26.4%
Depression23.7%
Mental Distress18.6%
Physical Distress12.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.6%
Checkup Rate74.7%
Premature Death10,221/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.4/10
Exercise Access44.5%
Healthcare Facilities4

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

FEMA Disasters182

Safety Score

Coldwater has an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation is 25.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

37°F Jan (3°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average59.3°F
10% above US avg
January Average37°F (3°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall25.3 inches
33% below US avg
Snowfall17.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation2,095 ft (639 m)
Area2.6 sq mi (6.6 km²)
Population Density261/sq mi
Coordinates37.2675°N, 99.3234°W
County FIPS20033
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 15.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (53% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 68.3-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 83.2%
D 14.9%

Winner: Republican by 68.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+15.9%
53% below US avg
High School+92.3%
School Test Score5.80
C Education Grade (2.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density261/sq mi
Total Area2.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities4
Restaurants4
Retail Stores14

Safety & Disasters

FEMA Disaster Declarations182

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute10.2 min
Work from Home1.6%

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