Delphos, KS

Kansas

Delphos is a small town in Kansas with a population of 314. Residents earn $55,417 per year, which is 26% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
314 Population 532/sq mi density
$55,417 Median Income $31,914 per capita
$50,000 Home Value $111,703 Zillow
$641 Median Rent 13.0% income on rent
55°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$55,417 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$50,000 home value, $641/mo rent
C
Education
2.0 / 5.0
13.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $55,417
26% lower than US avg
Home Value $50,000
82% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 13.1%
61% lower than US avg
Median Rent $641
45% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.3%
19% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 22.5%
81% higher than US avg

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

People

Population314
Median Age46.9 yrs
Density532/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 89%

Economy

B
Median Income$55,417
Per Capita$31,914
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty22.5%
County GDP$150M
Commute24 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$50,000
Rent$641
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$111,703
Rent Burden13.0%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity38.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.1%
Heart Disease5.7%

Climate

Avg Temp55°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain31.7 in/yr
Elevation1,310 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+13.1%
High School+86.9%
School Score5.80

Community

2024 VoteR 82% / D 16%
Commute24 min
Libraries2

Is Delphos a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Delphos receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Delphos offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Delphos is $55,417, 26% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 22.5% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Delphos is $50,000, 82% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $641 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 0.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

13.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Delphos experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 31.7 inches, including 17.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Delphos has a population of 314 with a density of 532 people per square mile. The median age is 46.9 years, 21% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (89.2%), with 2.9% Hispanic.

Population

314
Total Population
532
People / sq mi
46.9yrs
Median Age
21% above US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.7%
Female 50.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Delphos vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Delphos vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Delphos is $55,417, which is 26% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 22.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Delphos vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$55,417
26% below US avg
Per Capita Income$31,914
Avg Weekly Wage$761
IRS Avg AGI$62,449

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate22.5%
81% above US avg
Establishments (County)157
County GDP$150M

Business (County)

Restaurants7
Healthcare15
Retail15
Manufacturing7

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,478
28% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate8.96%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.1 min
Work from Home6.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Delphos is $50,000, 82% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $641 (45% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $111,703.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$50,000
82% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$111,703

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$641
45% below US avg
Rent Burden13.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied74.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,478
28% above US avg
Effective Rate8.96%
In Delphos, 38.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.1% report depression. 25.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.3%
19% above US avg
Diabetes9.4%
Heart Disease5.7%
High Blood Pressure31.4%
Asthma10.2%
COPD6.7%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.3%
Physical Inactivity25.0%
Depression22.1%
Mental Distress17.7%
Physical Distress12.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.6%
Checkup Rate73.5%
Premature Death10,207/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.9/10
Exercise Access2.3%
Healthcare Facilities15

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Delphos has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 31.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

29°F Jan (-2°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average55.0°F
2% above US avg
January Average29°F (-2°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall31.7 inches
17% below US avg
Snowfall17.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,310 ft (399 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.5 km²)
Population Density532/sq mi
Coordinates39.2746°N, 97.7649°W
County FIPS20143
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 13.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (61% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 66.6-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 82.4%
D 15.9%

Winner: Republican by 66.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+13.1%
61% below US avg
High School+86.9%
School Test Score5.80
C Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density532/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities15
Restaurants7
Retail Stores15

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.1 min
Work from Home6.4%

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