Cunningham, KS

Kansas

Cunningham is a small town in Kansas with a population of 457. Residents earn $58,077 per year, which is 23% below the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
457 Population 993/sq mi density
$58,077 Median Income $36,278 per capita
$91,700 Home Value $104,134 Zillow
$629 Median Rent 12.2% income on rent
56°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.2 / 5.0
$58,077 median income, 1.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$91,700 home value, $629/mo rent
C+
Education
2.7 / 5.0
20.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $58,077
23% lower than US avg
Home Value $91,700
67% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 20.7%
39% lower than US avg
Median Rent $629
46% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.7%
21% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.1%
69% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.9%
69% lower than US avg

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

People

Population457
Median Age47.3 yrs
Density993/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 92%

Economy

A
Median Income$58,077
Per Capita$36,278
Unemployment1.1%
Poverty3.9%
County GDP$745M
Commute19 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$91,700
Rent$629
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$104,134
Rent Burden12.2%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity38.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.6%
Heart Disease5.4%

Climate

Avg Temp56°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain33.2 in/yr
Elevation1,709 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+20.7%
High School+91.9%
School Score5.80

Community

2024 VoteR 75% / D 23%
Commute19 min
Libraries1

Is Cunningham a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Cunningham receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. 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. Cunningham stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Cunningham is $58,077, 23% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.1%. Only 3.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Cunningham is $91,700, 67% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $629 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

20.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Cunningham enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 33.2 inches, including 8.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Cunningham has a population of 457 with a density of 993 people per square mile. The median age is 47.3 years, 22% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (91.7%), with 7.7% Hispanic.

Population

457
Total Population
993
People / sq mi
47.3yrs
Median Age
22% above US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46%
Female 54%

Race & Ethnicity

Cunningham vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.0%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.0%
93% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Cunningham vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Cunningham is $58,077, which is 23% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes.

Income: Cunningham vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$58,077
23% below US avg
Per Capita Income$36,278
Avg Weekly Wage$938
IRS Avg AGI$71,704

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.1%
69% below US avg
Poverty Rate3.9%
69% below US avg
Establishments (County)384
County GDP$745M

Business (County)

Restaurants38
Healthcare34
Retail52
Manufacturing8

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,515
29% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.92%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.2 min
Work from Home5.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Cunningham is $91,700, 67% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $629 (46% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $104,134.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$91,700
67% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$104,134

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$629
46% below US avg
Rent Burden12.2%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied69.7%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,515
29% above US avg
Effective Rate4.92%
In Cunningham, 38.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.6% report depression. 24.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.7%
21% above US avg
Diabetes9.2%
Heart Disease5.4%
High Blood Pressure30.8%
Asthma10.3%
COPD6.2%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.0%
Physical Inactivity24.8%
Depression22.6%
Mental Distress17.7%
Physical Distress11.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.7%
Checkup Rate74.5%
Premature Death9,403/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.8/10
Exercise Access82.6%
Healthcare Facilities34

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Cunningham has an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 33.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

32°F Jan (-0°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average55.9°F
4% above US avg
January Average32°F (-0°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall33.2 inches
13% below US avg
Snowfall8.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,709 ft (521 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.2 km²)
Population Density993/sq mi
Coordinates37.6446°N, 98.4311°W
County FIPS20151
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 20.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (39% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 51.5-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 74.8%
D 23.4%

Winner: Republican by 51.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+20.7%
39% below US avg
High School+91.9%
School Test Score5.80
C+ Education Grade (2.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density993/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities34
Restaurants38
Retail Stores52

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.2 min
Work from Home5.3%

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