Culver, KS

Kansas

Culver is a small town in Kansas with a population of 79. Residents earn $31,563 per year, which is 58% below the national average.

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
79 Population 439/sq mi density
$31,563 Median Income $22,182 per capita
$46,700 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
56°F Avg Temperature
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.1 / 5.0
$31,563 median income, 5.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$46,700 home value
D
Education
1.7 / 5.0
9.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $31,563
58% lower than US avg
Home Value $46,700
83% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 9.3%
72% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.4%
23% higher than US avg
Unemployment 5.1%
42% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 27.8%
124% higher than US avg

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

People

Population79
Median Age56.5 yrs
Density439/mi²
Male / Female57% / 43%
Largest GroupWhite 95%
Veterans58.0%

Economy

C
Median Income$31,563
Per Capita$22,182
Unemployment5.1%
Poverty27.8%
County GDP$3,875M
Commute16 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$46,700
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity39.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.1%
Heart Disease5.6%

Climate

Avg Temp56°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain29.7 in/yr
Elevation1,260 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+9.3%
High School+96.3%
School Score5.80

Community

2024 VoteR 65% / D 33%
Commute16 min
Broadband31.0%
Libraries2

Is Culver a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Culver receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Culver has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Culver is $31,563, 58% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.1% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 27.8% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Culver is $46,700, 83% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

9.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 96.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Culver enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 29.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Culver has a population of 79 with a density of 439 people per square mile. The median age is 56.5 years, 45% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.9%), with 1.3% Hispanic.

Population

79
Total Population
439
People / sq mi
56.5yrs
Median Age
45% above US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 57%
Female 43%

Race & Ethnicity

Culver vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.2%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.8%
79% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Culver vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Culver is $31,563, which is 58% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 27.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes.

Income: Culver vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$31,563
58% below US avg
Per Capita Income$22,182
Avg Weekly Wage$975
IRS Avg AGI$66,003

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.1%
42% above US avg
Poverty Rate27.8%
124% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,583
County GDP$3,875M

Business (County)

Restaurants156
Healthcare176
Retail217
Manufacturing70

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,810
37% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate10.30%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time16.3 min
Drive Alone87.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Culver is $46,700, 83% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$46,700
83% 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-Occupied96.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,810
37% above US avg
Effective Rate10.30%
In Culver, 39.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 23.1% report depression. 27.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.4%
23% above US avg
Diabetes10.1%
Heart Disease5.6%
High Blood Pressure30.6%
Asthma11.1%
COPD6.5%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.1%
Physical Inactivity27.3%
Depression23.1%
Mental Distress18.7%
Physical Distress13.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate83.3%
Checkup Rate74.9%
Premature Death9,658/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.0/10
Exercise Access80.4%
Healthcare Facilities176

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8

Safety Score

Culver has an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 29.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

31°F Jan (-1°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average55.8°F
3% above US avg
January Average31°F (-1°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall29.7 inches
22% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,260 ft (384 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.5 km²)
Population Density439/sq mi
Coordinates38.9702°N, 97.7591°W
County FIPS20169
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+. 9.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (72% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 31.6-point margin. 31.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 64.9%
D 33.3%

Winner: Republican by 31.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+9.3%
72% below US avg
High School+96.3%
School Test Score5.80
D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 5Nonmetro — Urban 20K+
Population Density439/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access31.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities176
Restaurants156
Retail Stores217

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute16.3 min
Drive Alone87.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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