Collyer, KS

Kansas

Collyer is a small town in Kansas with a population of 87. Residents earn $72,500 per year, which is 4% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
87 Population 378/sq mi density
$72,500 Median Income $38,239 per capita
$83,100 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
53°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.0 / 5.0
$72,500 median income, 1.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$83,100 home value
D
Education
1.7 / 5.0
8.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $72,500
4% lower than US avg
Home Value $83,100
71% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 8.2%
76% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.7%
27% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.2%
67% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 13.6%
10% higher than US avg

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

People

Population87
Median Age48.2 yrs
Density378/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 98%
Veterans82.0%

Economy

A
Median Income$72,500
Per Capita$38,239
Unemployment1.2%
Poverty13.6%
County GDP$224M
Commute14 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$83,100
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity40.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.2%
Heart Disease5.4%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain23.5 in/yr
Elevation2,582 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+8.2%
High School+95.1%
School Score5.80

Community

2024 VoteR 90% / D 9%
Commute14 min
Broadband50.0%
Libraries2

Is Collyer a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Collyer receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Collyer offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Collyer is $72,500, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.2%. 13.6% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 14 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Collyer is $83,100, 71% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

8.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Collyer experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 23.5 inches, including 20.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Collyer has a population of 87 with a density of 378 people per square mile. The median age is 48.2 years, 24% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97.7%), with 1.1% Hispanic, 1.1% Black.

Population

87
Total Population
378
People / sq mi
48.2yrs
Median Age
24% above US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 54%
Female 46%

Race & Ethnicity

Collyer vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.5%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.5%
81% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Collyer vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Collyer is $72,500, which is 4% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 13.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 14 minutes.

Income: Collyer vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$72,500
4% below US avg
Per Capita Income$38,239
Avg Weekly Wage$930
IRS Avg AGI$74,704

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.2%
67% below US avg
Poverty Rate13.6%
10% above US avg
Establishments (County)122
County GDP$224M

Business (County)

Restaurants8
Healthcare8
Retail15

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,025
15% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.84%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time13.6 min
Drive Alone90.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Collyer is $83,100, 71% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$83,100
71% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied94.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,025
15% above US avg
Effective Rate4.84%
In Collyer, 40.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.2% report depression. 24.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.7%
27% above US avg
Diabetes8.9%
Heart Disease5.4%
High Blood Pressure30.4%
Asthma9.8%
COPD5.6%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.1%
Physical Inactivity24.1%
Depression21.2%
Mental Distress16.9%
Physical Distress11.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.3%
Checkup Rate74.3%
Premature Death13,932/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.7/10
Exercise Access59.5%
Healthcare Facilities8

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Safety Score

Collyer has an average annual temperature of 53°F (11°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 23.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

29°F Jan (-2°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average52.5°F
3% below US avg
January Average29°F (-2°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall23.5 inches
38% below US avg
Snowfall20.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation2,582 ft (787 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.6 km²)
Population Density378/sq mi
Coordinates39.0373°N, 100.1183°W
County FIPS20179
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 8.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (76% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 80.3-point margin. 50.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 89.5%
D 9.2%

Winner: Republican by 80.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+8.2%
76% below US avg
High School+95.1%
School Test Score5.80
D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density378/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access50.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities8
Restaurants8
Retail Stores15

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute13.6 min
Drive Alone90.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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