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Corning, KS

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Corning is a small town in Kansas with a population of 153. Residents earn $85,313 per year, which is 14% above the national average.

4.5 /5.0
A+ Excellent
153 Population 510/sq mi density
$85,313 Median Income $33,490 per capita
$108,300 Home Value
54°F Avg Temperature 302 sunny days/yr
A+
Overall
4.5 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.1 / 5.0
$85,313 median income, 5.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$108,300 home value
A
Education
4.3 / 5.0
40.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $85,313
14% higher than US avg
Home Value $108,300
62% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 40.9%
21% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.8%
24% higher than US avg
Unemployment 5.7%
58% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.4%
56% lower than US avg

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

People

Population153
Median Age34.4 yrs
Density510/mi²
Male / Female43% / 58%
Largest GroupWhite 94%
Veterans95.0%

Economy

A
Median Income$85,313
Per Capita$33,490
Unemployment5.7%
Poverty5.4%
County GDP$667M
Commute21 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$108,300
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units59
Rent Burden26.5%

Health

Obesity39.8%
Uninsured8.0%
Smoking16.2%
Depression22.9%
Heart Disease6.1%

Climate

Avg Temp54°F (12°C)
AQI39 (Good)
Rain35.9 in/yr
Sunny Days302/yr
Elevation1,346 ft (410 m)

Education

A
Bachelor's+40.9%
High School+97.7%
Graduate+3.3%
School Score5.80

Community

2024 VoteR 83% / D 16%
Commute21 min
Broadband55.0%
Libraries6

Is Corning a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Corning receives an overall livability score of 4.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, a highly educated population, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, high obesity rates. Corning stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Corning is $85,313, 14% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The unemployment rate of 5.7% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 5.4% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Corning is $108,300, 62% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 40.9% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 97.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Corning experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. With 302 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 35.9 inches, including 33.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Corning has a population of 153 with a density of 510 people per square mile. The median age is 34.4 years, 12% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (93.5%).

Population

153
Total Population
510
People / sq mi
34.4yrs
Median Age
12% below US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 42.5%
Female 57.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Corning vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Corning vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Corning is $85,313, which is 14% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 5.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Income: Corning vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$85,313
14% above US avg
Per Capita Income$33,490
Avg Weekly Wage$983
IRS Avg AGI$112,243

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.7%
58% above US avg
Poverty Rate5.4%
56% below US avg
Establishments (County)434
County GDP$667M

Business (County)

Restaurants22
Healthcare40
Retail52
Manufacturing23

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,889
11% above US avg
Cost of Living90.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate3.59%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.2 min
Drive Alone82.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Corning is $108,300, 62% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$108,300
62% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden26.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied94.5%
Housing Units59
Median Year Built1945

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,889
11% above US avg
Effective Rate3.59%
In Corning, 39.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.0% of residents lack health insurance. 16.2% are current smokers. 22.9% report depression. 24.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.8%
24% above US avg
Diabetes9.3%
Heart Disease6.1%
High Blood Pressure31.7%
Asthma10.3%
COPD6.5%
Cancer7.4%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking16.2%
16% above US avg
Binge Drinking19.0%
Physical Inactivity24.7%
Depression22.9%
Mental Distress18.0%
Physical Distress12.1%
Short Sleep34.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate87.1%
Uninsured8.0%
7% below US avg
Primary Care1:786
Dentists1:1,012
Mental Health1:5,057
Checkup Rate73.9%
Dental Visits62.4%
Premature Death5,114/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.1/10
Exercise Access64.6%
Healthcare Facilities40
Corning has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 35.9 inches. The area enjoys 302 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

27°F Jan (-3°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average53.7°F
1% below US avg
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)
Sunny Days302 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall35.9 inches
6% below US avg
Snowfall33.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,346 ft (410 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.8 km²)
Population Density510/sq mi
Coordinates39.6571°N, 96.0288°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS20131
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 40.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (21% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 67-point margin. 55.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 82.8%
D 15.8%

Winner: Republican by 67 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+40.9%
21% above US avg
High School+97.7%
Graduate Degree+3.3%
School Test Score5.80
A Education Grade (4.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density510/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access55.0%
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities40
Restaurants22
Retail Stores52

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.2 min
Drive Alone82.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.5%

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