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Denison, KS

Kansas · Metropolitan Area

Denison is a small town in Kansas with a population of 159. Residents earn $59,000 per year, which is 21% below the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
159 Population 1,445/sq mi density
$59,000 Median Income $29,014 per capita
$66,700 Home Value $153,426 Zillow
$1,150 Median Rent 17.9% income on rent
53°F Avg Temperature 302 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.2 / 5.0
$59,000 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$66,700 home value, $1,150/mo rent
C+
Education
2.9 / 5.0
24.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $59,000
21% lower than US avg
Home Value $66,700
76% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 24.1%
28% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,150
1% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.4%
17% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.4%
56% lower than US avg

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

People

Population159
Median Age54.1 yrs
Density1,445/mi²
Male / Female38% / 62%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans13.5%

Economy

A
Median Income$59,000
Per Capita$29,014
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty5.4%
County GDP$508M
Commute43 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$66,700
Rent$1,150
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$153,426
Housing Units84
Rent Burden17.9%

Health

Obesity37.4%
Uninsured7.8%
Smoking16.0%
Depression23.2%
Heart Disease5.4%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (11°C)
AQI39 (Good)
Rain37.4 in/yr
Sunny Days302/yr
Elevation1,056 ft (322 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+24.1%
High School+94.7%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.80

Community

2024 VoteR 70% / D 28%
Commute43 min
Broadband74.0%
Libraries1

Is Denison a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Denison receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, long commute times. Denison stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Denison is $59,000, 21% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 5.4% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 43 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Denison is $66,700, 76% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,150 per month. At just 1.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

24.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Denison experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. With 302 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 37.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Denison has a population of 159 with a density of 1,445 people per square mile. The median age is 54.1 years, 39% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

159
Total Population
1,445
People / sq mi
54.1yrs
Median Age
39% above US avg
0.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 38.4%
Female 61.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Denison vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Denison vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Denison is $59,000, which is 21% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 43 minutes.

Income: Denison vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$59,000
21% below US avg
Per Capita Income$29,014
Avg Weekly Wage$891
IRS Avg AGI$64,805

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate5.4%
56% below US avg
Establishments (County)324
County GDP$508M

Business (County)

Restaurants20
Healthcare27
Retail40
Manufacturing9

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,724
6% above US avg
Cost of Living90.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate5.58%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time42.8 min
Drive Alone84.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Denison is $66,700, 76% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,150 (1% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $153,426.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$66,700
76% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$153,426

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$48
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio0.0%
Price Drops0.0%

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,150
1% below US avg
Rent Burden17.9%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied97.3%
Housing Units84
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,724
6% above US avg
Effective Rate5.58%
In Denison, 37.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.8% of residents lack health insurance. 16.0% are current smokers. 23.2% report depression. 24.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.4%
17% above US avg
Diabetes9.1%
Heart Disease5.4%
High Blood Pressure30.1%
Asthma10.8%
COPD6.3%
Cancer7.3%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking16.0%
14% above US avg
Binge Drinking18.5%
Physical Inactivity24.5%
Depression23.2%
Mental Distress18.5%
Physical Distress12.4%
Short Sleep36.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.7%
Uninsured7.8%
9% below US avg
Checkup Rate74.3%
Dental Visits65.7%
Premature Death9,798/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.4/10
Exercise Access48.4%
Healthcare Facilities27
Denison has an average annual temperature of 53°F (11°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 37.4 inches. The area enjoys 302 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-3°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average52.5°F
3% below US avg
January Average26°F (-3°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days302 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall37.4 inches
2% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,056 ft (322 m)
Area0.1 sq mi (0.3 km²)
Population Density1,445/sq mi
Coordinates39.3938°N, 95.6285°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS20085
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 24.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (28% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 42.6-point margin. 74.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 70.4%
D 27.8%

Winner: Republican by 42.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+24.1%
28% below US avg
High School+94.7%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.80
C+ Education Grade (2.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density1,445/sq mi
Total Area0.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access74.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities27
Restaurants20
Retail Stores40

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute42.8 min
Drive Alone84.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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