Median Income $29,010

61% lower than US avg

Home Value $19,800

93% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 7.7%

77% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 33.6%

5% higher than US avg

Unemployment 0.0%

100% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 50.0%

303% higher than US avg

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

People

Population118

Median Age35.5 yrs

Density694/mi²

Male / Female60% / 40%

Largest GroupWhite 98%

Veterans75.0%

Economy

Median Income$29,010

Per Capita$19,008

Unemployment0.0%

Poverty50.0%

County GDP$745M

Commute17 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$19,800

RentN/A

OwnershipN/A

Housing Units43

Health

Obesity33.6%

Uninsured7.3%

Smoking13.9%

Depression20.8%

Heart Disease5.4%

Climate

Avg Temp55°F (13°C)

AQI39 (Good)

Rain27.6 in/yr

Sunny Days323/yr

Elevation2,037 ft (621 m)

Education

Bachelor's+7.7%

High School+95.4%

Graduate+1.9%

School Score5.80

Community

2024 VoteR 75% / D 23%

Commute17 min

Broadband51.0%

Libraries1

Is Cullison a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Cullison receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Cullison offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Cullison is $29,010, 61% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 50.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Cullison is $19,800, 93% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 0.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

7.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Cullison experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. With 323 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 27.6 inches, including 15.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Cullison has a population of 118 with a density of 694 people per square mile. The median age is 35.5 years, 9% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98.3%), with 1.7% Hispanic.

Population

118

Total Population

694

People / sq mi

35.5yrs

Median Age

9% below US avg

0.2mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 60.2%

Female 39.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Cullison vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	100.0%
	27% above US avg
Spanish	0.0%
	100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Cullison vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Cullison is $29,010, which is 61% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 50.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes.

Income: Cullison vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$29,010
	61% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$19,008
Avg Weekly Wage	$938
IRS Avg AGI	$71,704

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	0.0%
	100% below US avg
Poverty Rate	50.0%
	303% above US avg
Establishments (County)	384
County GDP	$745M

Business (County)

Restaurants	38
Healthcare	34
Retail	52
Manufacturing	8

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$4,515
	29% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate	22.80%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	16.9 min
Drive Alone	70.0%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	10.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Cullison is $19,800, 93% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$19,800
	93% 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-Occupied	90.2%
Housing Units	43
Median Year Built	1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$4,515
	29% above US avg
Effective Rate	22.80%

In Cullison, 33.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.3% of residents lack health insurance. 13.9% are current smokers. 20.8% report depression. 23.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	33.6%
	5% above US avg
Diabetes	9.2%
Heart Disease	5.4%
High Blood Pressure	28.9%
Asthma	9.8%
COPD	6.1%
Cancer	7.1%
Stroke	2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	13.9%
	1% below US avg
Binge Drinking	16.0%
Physical Inactivity	23.7%
Depression	20.8%
Mental Distress	16.1%
Physical Distress	11.5%
Short Sleep	29.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	95.6%
Uninsured	7.3%
	15% below US avg
Checkup Rate	69.0%
Dental Visits	58.2%
Premature Death	9,403/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	7.8/10
Exercise Access	82.6%
Healthcare Facilities	34

Cullison has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 27.6 inches. The area enjoys 323 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

31°F Jan (-0°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)

Annual Average	55.2°F
	2% above US avg
January Average	31°F (-0°C)
July Average	79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days	323 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	27.6 inches
	27% below US avg
Snowfall	15.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	39.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	2,037 ft (621 m)
Area	0.2 sq mi (0.4 km²)
Population Density	694/sq mi
Coordinates	37.6303°N, 98.9053°W
Timezone	America/Chicago
County FIPS	20151

It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 7.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (77% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 51.5-point margin. 51.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 74.8%

D 23.4%

Winner: Republican by 51.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	7.7%
	77% below US avg
High School+	95.4%
Graduate Degree+	1.9%
School Test Score	5.80

D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7	Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density	694/sq mi
Total Area	0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	51.0%
Public Libraries	1
Healthcare Facilities	34
Restaurants	38
Retail Stores	52

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	16.9 min
Drive Alone	70.0%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	10.0%

Cullison, KS

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

People

Economy

Housing

Health

Climate

Education

Community

Is Cullison a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

Cost of Living & Housing

Education

Climate & Weather

Population

Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

Cullison vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

Cullison vs U.S. Average

Income: Cullison vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Ownership & Property

Property Tax

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Food & Exercise

Temperature

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

Geography

2024 Presidential Election (County)

Education

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Nearby Cities