Dennis, KS

Kansas

Dennis is a small town in Kansas with a population of 195. Residents earn $90,188 per year, which is 20% above the national average.

4.9 /5.0
A+ Excellent
195 Population 129/sq mi density
$90,188 Median Income $28,991 per capita
$156,500 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
57°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.9 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.8 / 5.0
$90,188 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$156,500 home value
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $90,188
20% higher than US avg
Home Value $156,500
44% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.1%
22% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population195
Median Age41.5 yrs
Density129/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 62%
Veterans0.0%

Economy

A+
Median Income$90,188
Per Capita$28,991
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$1,082M
Commute13 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$156,500
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity39.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.4%
Heart Disease5.8%

Climate

Avg Temp57°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain41.1 in/yr
Elevation934 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+100.0%
School Score5.80

Community

2024 VoteR 68% / D 30%
Commute13 min
Broadband100.0%
Libraries6

Is Dennis a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Dennis receives an overall livability score of 4.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Dennis stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Dennis is $90,188, 20% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 13 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Dennis is $156,500, 44% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Dennis enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F. Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 41.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Dennis has a population of 195 with a density of 129 people per square mile. The median age is 41.5 years, 7% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (61.5%), with 12.8% Black.

Population

195
Total Population
129
People / sq mi
41.5yrs
Median Age
7% above US avg
1.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.7%
Female 50.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Dennis vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Dennis vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Dennis is $90,188, which is 20% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 13 minutes.

Income: Dennis vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$90,188
20% above US avg
Per Capita Income$28,991
Avg Weekly Wage$918
IRS Avg AGI$52,716

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)498
County GDP$1,082M

Business (County)

Restaurants43
Healthcare76
Retail77
Manufacturing34

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,541
1% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.26%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time12.7 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Dennis is $156,500, 44% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$156,500
44% 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-Occupied100.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,541
1% above US avg
Effective Rate2.26%
In Dennis, 39.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.4% report depression. 27.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.1%
22% above US avg
Diabetes9.3%
Heart Disease5.8%
High Blood Pressure31.8%
Asthma11.0%
COPD6.8%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.7%
Physical Inactivity27.7%
Depression22.4%
Mental Distress18.6%
Physical Distress12.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Checkup Rate73.6%
Premature Death10,132/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.4/10
Exercise Access51.6%
Healthcare Facilities76

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Safety Score

Dennis has an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation is 41.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

33°F Jan (1°C) 80°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average57.2°F
6% above US avg
January Average33°F (1°C)
July Average80°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall41.1 inches
8% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation934 ft (285 m)
Area1.5 sq mi (3.9 km²)
Population Density129/sq mi
Coordinates37.3486°N, 95.4031°W
County FIPS20099
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (100% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 38.2-point margin. 100.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 68.3%
D 30.1%

Winner: Republican by 38.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score5.80
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density129/sq mi
Total Area1.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access100.0%
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities76
Restaurants43
Retail Stores77

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute12.7 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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