Coolidge, KS

Kansas

Coolidge is a small town in Kansas with a population of 53. Residents earn $59,107 per year, which is 21% below the national average.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
53 Population 123/sq mi density
$59,107 Median Income $26,379 per capita
53°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.2 / 5.0
$59,107 median income, 0.0% unemployment
C
Education
2.0 / 5.0
12.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $59,107
21% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 12.5%
63% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 31.8%
1% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.7%
54% lower than US avg

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

People

Population53
Median Age65.5 yrs
Density123/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 76%
Veterans50.0%

Economy

A
Median Income$59,107
Per Capita$26,379
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty5.7%
County GDP$119M
Commute17 min

Health

Obesity31.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression16.4%
Heart Disease5.2%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (12°C)
AQI39 (Good)
Rain17.3 in/yr
Elevation3,353 ft (1,022 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+12.5%
High School+75.0%
School Score5.80

Community

2024 VoteR 86% / D 12%
Commute17 min
Broadband25.0%
Libraries1

Is Coolidge a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Coolidge receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Coolidge offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Coolidge is $59,107, 21% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 5.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Education

12.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 75.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Coolidge experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 17.3 inches, including 21.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Coolidge has a population of 53 with a density of 123 people per square mile. The median age is 65.5 years, 68% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (75.5%), with 1.9% Hispanic.

Population

53
Total Population
123
People / sq mi
65.5yrs
Median Age
68% above US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.1%
Female 50.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Coolidge vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only70.6%
10% below US avg
Spanish29.4%
119% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Coolidge vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Coolidge is $59,107, which is 21% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes.

Income: Coolidge vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$59,107
21% below US avg
Per Capita Income$26,379
Avg Weekly Wage$853
IRS Avg AGI$70,062

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate5.7%
54% below US avg
Establishments (County)53
County GDP$119M

Business (County)

Healthcare5
Retail8

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time17.4 min
Drive Alone80.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.7%

Walkability

In Coolidge, 31.8% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 16.4% report depression. 23.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity31.8%
1% below US avg
Diabetes9.2%
Heart Disease5.2%
High Blood Pressure25.8%
Asthma7.7%
COPD4.6%
Stroke2.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.0%
Physical Inactivity23.1%
Depression16.4%
Mental Distress14.0%
Physical Distress10.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate53.4%
Checkup Rate59.9%
Premature Death10,214/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment5.1/10
Healthcare Facilities5
Coolidge has an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 17.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

31°F Jan (-1°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average53.3°F
1% below US avg
January Average31°F (-1°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall17.3 inches
55% below US avg
Snowfall21.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation3,353 ft (1,022 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (1.1 km²)
Population Density123/sq mi
Coordinates38.0414°N, 102.0078°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS08061
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 12.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (63% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 74.4-point margin. 25.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 86.2%
D 11.8%

Winner: Republican by 74.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+12.5%
63% below US avg
High School+75.0%
School Test Score5.80
C Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density123/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access25.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities5
Retail Stores8

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute17.4 min
Drive Alone80.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.7%

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