Copeland, KS

Kansas

Copeland is a small town in Kansas with a population of 350. Residents earn $46,250 per year, which is 38% below the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
350 Population 1,522/sq mi density
$46,250 Median Income $28,994 per capita
$214,100 Home Value $236,157 Zillow
$398 Median Rent 10.7% income on rent
54°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.9 / 5.0
$46,250 median income, 2.0% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.1 / 5.0
$214,100 home value, $398/mo rent
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
7.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $46,250
38% lower than US avg
Home Value $214,100
24% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 7.5%
78% lower than US avg
Median Rent $398
66% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.2%
22% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.0%
44% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.3%
90% lower than US avg

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

People

Population350
Median Age35.0 yrs
Density1,522/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 81%

Economy

B+
Median Income$46,250
Per Capita$28,994
Unemployment2.0%
Poverty1.3%
County GDP$520M
Commute17 min

Housing

A
Home Value$214,100
Rent$398
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$236,157
Rent Burden10.7%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity39.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.6%
Heart Disease5.9%

Climate

Avg Temp54°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain19.0 in/yr
Elevation2,821 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+7.5%
High School+77.1%
School Score5.80

Community

2024 VoteR 82% / D 17%
Commute17 min
Libraries2

Is Copeland a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Copeland receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Copeland offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Copeland is $46,250, 38% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.0%. Only 1.3% 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.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Copeland is $214,100, 24% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $398 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 4.6x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

7.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 77.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Copeland experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 19.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Copeland has a population of 350 with a density of 1,522 people per square mile. The median age is 35.0 years, 10% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (80.9%).

Population

350
Total Population
1,522
People / sq mi
35.0yrs
Median Age
10% below US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.4%
Female 52.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Copeland vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only61.9%
21% below US avg
Spanish38.1%
184% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Copeland vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Copeland is $46,250, which is 38% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes.

Income: Copeland vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$46,250
38% below US avg
Per Capita Income$28,994
Avg Weekly Wage$977
IRS Avg AGI$79,485

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.0%
44% below US avg
Poverty Rate1.3%
90% below US avg
Establishments (County)164
County GDP$520M

Business (County)

Restaurants6
Healthcare5
Retail14
Manufacturing7

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,778
21% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.30%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time16.5 min
Work from Home7.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Copeland is $214,100, 24% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $398 (66% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $236,157.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$214,100
24% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$236,157

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$398
66% below US avg
Rent Burden10.7%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied83.5%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,778
21% below US avg
Effective Rate1.30%
In Copeland, 39.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 23.6% report depression. 29.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.2%
22% above US avg
Diabetes9.6%
Heart Disease5.9%
High Blood Pressure30.0%
Asthma11.1%
COPD7.3%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.0%
Physical Inactivity29.2%
Depression23.6%
Mental Distress19.4%
Physical Distress13.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate90.7%
Checkup Rate72.0%
Premature Death5,581/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.3/10
Exercise Access59.5%
Healthcare Facilities5

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Safety Score

Copeland has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 19.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

31°F Jan (-0°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average54.4°F
1% above US avg
January Average31°F (-0°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall19.0 inches
50% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation2,821 ft (860 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.6 km²)
Population Density1,522/sq mi
Coordinates37.5402°N, 100.6286°W
County FIPS20081
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 7.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (78% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 64.5-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 81.8%
D 17.3%

Winner: Republican by 64.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+7.5%
78% below US avg
High School+77.1%
School Test Score5.80
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density1,522/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities5
Restaurants6
Retail Stores14

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute16.5 min
Work from Home7.5%

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