Cuba, KS

Kansas

Cuba is a small town in Kansas with a population of 213. Residents earn $49,306 per year, which is 34% below the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
213 Population 734/sq mi density
$49,306 Median Income $30,025 per capita
$47,500 Home Value
$625 Median Rent
53°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.0 / 5.0
$49,306 median income, 0.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$47,500 home value, $625/mo rent
C+
Education
2.7 / 5.0
21.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $49,306
34% lower than US avg
Home Value $47,500
83% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 21.0%
38% lower than US avg
Median Rent $625
46% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 42.0%
31% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.5%
86% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.5%
88% lower than US avg

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

People

Population213
Median Age58.0 yrs
Density734/mi²
Male / Female47% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 97%

Economy

A
Median Income$49,306
Per Capita$30,025
Unemployment0.5%
Poverty1.5%
County GDP$396M
Commute28 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$47,500
Rent$625
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity42.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.8%
Heart Disease6.3%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain32.4 in/yr
Elevation1,582 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+21.0%
High School+96.0%
School Score5.80

Community

2024 VoteR 82% / D 16%
Commute28 min
Libraries5

Is Cuba a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Cuba receives an overall livability score of 3.9 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. Cuba offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Cuba is $49,306, 34% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.5%. Only 1.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Cuba is $47,500, 83% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $625 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

21.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 96.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Cuba experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 32.4 inches, including 14.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Cuba has a population of 213 with a density of 734 people per square mile. The median age is 58.0 years, 49% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97.2%), with 2.8% Hispanic.

Population

213
Total Population
734
People / sq mi
58.0yrs
Median Age
49% above US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.5%
Female 53.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Cuba vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.2%
23% above US avg
Spanish3.8%
72% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Cuba vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Cuba is $49,306, which is 34% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Income: Cuba vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$49,306
34% below US avg
Per Capita Income$30,025
Avg Weekly Wage$780
IRS Avg AGI$56,890

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.5%
86% below US avg
Poverty Rate1.5%
88% below US avg
Establishments (County)220
County GDP$396M

Business (County)

Restaurants10
Healthcare21
Retail32
Manufacturing15

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,100
17% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate8.63%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.5 min
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Cuba is $47,500, 83% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $625 (46% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$47,500
83% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$625
46% 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-Occupied94.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,100
17% above US avg
Effective Rate8.63%
In Cuba, 42.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 23.8% report depression. 28.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity42.0%
31% above US avg
Diabetes10.4%
Heart Disease6.3%
High Blood Pressure33.1%
Asthma11.2%
COPD8.1%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.8%
Physical Inactivity28.6%
Depression23.8%
Mental Distress19.6%
Physical Distress14.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.5%
Checkup Rate74.3%
Premature Death7,565/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.1/10
Exercise Access57.9%
Healthcare Facilities21

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Safety Score

Cuba has an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 32.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-3°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average52.9°F
2% below US avg
January Average26°F (-3°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall32.4 inches
15% below US avg
Snowfall14.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,582 ft (482 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.8 km²)
Population Density734/sq mi
Coordinates39.8023°N, 97.4574°W
County FIPS20157
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 21.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (38% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 65.7-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 81.9%
D 16.2%

Winner: Republican by 65.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+21.0%
38% below US avg
High School+96.0%
School Test Score5.80
C+ Education Grade (2.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density734/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities21
Restaurants10
Retail Stores32

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.5 min
Work from Home0.0%

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