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Damar, KS

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Damar is a small town in Kansas with a population of 150. Residents earn $42,167 per year, which is 44% below the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
150 Population 789/sq mi density
$42,167 Median Income $26,067 per capita
$49,000 Home Value $116,114 Zillow
$645 Median Rent 22.0% income on rent
53°F Avg Temperature 326 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.8 / 5.0
$42,167 median income, 3.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$49,000 home value, $645/mo rent
B+
Education
3.8 / 5.0
34.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $42,167
44% lower than US avg
Home Value $49,000
83% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 34.7%
3% higher than US avg
Median Rent $645
45% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 41.0%
28% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.0%
17% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 24.1%
94% higher than US avg

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

People

Population150
Median Age51.1 yrs
Density789/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 96%
Veterans3.0%

Economy

C+
Median Income$42,167
Per Capita$26,067
Unemployment3.0%
Poverty24.1%
County GDP$230M
Commute15 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$49,000
Rent$645
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$116,114
Housing Units124
Rent Burden22.0%

Health

Obesity41.0%
Uninsured8.9%
Smoking17.0%
Depression23.8%
Heart Disease5.5%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (11°C)
AQI39 (Good)
Rain24.2 in/yr
Sunny Days326/yr
Elevation2,118 ft (646 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+34.7%
High School+97.5%
Graduate+3.3%
School Score5.80

Community

2024 VoteR 85% / D 14%
Commute15 min
Broadband96.0%
Libraries3

Is Damar a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Damar is $42,167, 44% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.0%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 24.1% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 15 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Damar is $49,000, 83% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $645 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 34.7% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 97.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Damar experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. With 326 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 24.2 inches, including 17.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Damar has a population of 150 with a density of 789 people per square mile. The median age is 51.1 years, 31% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96%), with 4% Hispanic.

Population

150
Total Population
789
People / sq mi
51.1yrs
Median Age
31% above US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.7%
Female 49.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Damar vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.8%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.2%
91% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Damar vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Damar is $42,167, which is 44% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 24.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 15 minutes.

Income: Damar vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$42,167
44% below US avg
Per Capita Income$26,067
Avg Weekly Wage$858
IRS Avg AGI$55,119

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.0%
17% below US avg
Poverty Rate24.1%
94% above US avg
Establishments (County)202
County GDP$230M

Business (County)

Restaurants14
Healthcare13
Retail23
Manufacturing8

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,700
6% above US avg
Cost of Living90.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate7.55%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time15.2 min
Drive Alone71.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Damar is $49,000, 83% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $645 (45% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $116,114.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$49,000
83% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$116,114

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$645
45% below US avg
Rent Burden22.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied55.2%
Housing Units124
Median Year Built1945

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,700
6% above US avg
Effective Rate7.55%
In Damar, 41.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.9% of residents lack health insurance. 17.0% are current smokers. 23.8% report depression. 26.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity41.0%
28% above US avg
Diabetes9.3%
Heart Disease5.5%
High Blood Pressure31.2%
Asthma10.7%
COPD6.9%
Cancer7.3%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking17.0%
21% above US avg
Binge Drinking19.3%
Physical Inactivity26.6%
Depression23.8%
Mental Distress18.4%
Physical Distress12.7%
Short Sleep37.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.5%
Uninsured8.9%
3% above US avg
Checkup Rate73.9%
Dental Visits60.0%
Premature Death11,137/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.6/10
Exercise Access40.7%
Healthcare Facilities13
Damar has an average annual temperature of 53°F (11°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 24.2 inches. The area enjoys 326 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

29°F Jan (-2°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average52.5°F
3% below US avg
January Average29°F (-2°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)
Sunny Days326 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall24.2 inches
36% below US avg
Snowfall17.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation2,118 ft (646 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.5 km²)
Population Density789/sq mi
Coordinates39.3192°N, 99.5845°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS20163
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 34.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (3% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 71.2-point margin. 96.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 85%
D 13.8%

Winner: Republican by 71.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+34.7%
3% above US avg
High School+97.5%
Graduate Degree+3.3%
School Test Score5.80
B+ Education Grade (3.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density789/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access96.0%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities13
Restaurants14
Retail Stores23

Safety & Disasters

FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute15.2 min
Drive Alone71.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.9%

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