Dwight, KS

Kansas

Dwight is a small town in Kansas with a population of 194. Residents earn $56,750 per year, which is 24% below the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
194 Population 539/sq mi density
$56,750 Median Income $42,946 per capita
$78,300 Home Value $166,120 Zillow
N/A Median Rent 27.5% income on rent
56°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.5 / 5.0
$56,750 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$78,300 home value
B
Education
3.1 / 5.0
25.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $56,750
24% lower than US avg
Home Value $78,300
72% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 25.7%
24% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.3%
16% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 17.4%
40% higher than US avg

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

People

Population194
Median Age48.3 yrs
Density539/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 93%

Economy

B+
Median Income$56,750
Per Capita$42,946
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty17.4%
County GDP$234M
Commute32 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$78,300
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$166,120
Rent Burden27.5%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity37.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.7%
Heart Disease5.9%

Climate

Avg Temp56°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain35.0 in/yr
Elevation1,500 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+25.7%
High School+93.8%
School Score5.80

Community

2024 VoteR 72% / D 26%
Commute32 min
Libraries4

Is Dwight a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Dwight receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Dwight offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Dwight is $56,750, 24% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 17.4% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Dwight is $78,300, 72% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

25.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Dwight enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 35.0 inches, including 12.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Dwight has a population of 194 with a density of 539 people per square mile. The median age is 48.3 years, 24% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (93.3%), with 5.2% Hispanic.

Population

194
Total Population
539
People / sq mi
48.3yrs
Median Age
24% above US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.4%
Female 53.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Dwight vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.9%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.1%
92% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Dwight vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Dwight is $56,750, which is 24% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 17.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Income: Dwight vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$56,750
24% below US avg
Per Capita Income$42,946
Avg Weekly Wage$770
IRS Avg AGI$63,992

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate17.4%
40% above US avg
Establishments (County)168
County GDP$234M

Business (County)

Restaurants13
Healthcare16
Retail23
Manufacturing7

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,883
11% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.96%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time31.9 min
Work from Home7.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Dwight is $78,300, 72% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $166,120.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$78,300
72% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$166,120

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden27.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied83.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,883
11% above US avg
Effective Rate4.96%
In Dwight, 37.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.7% report depression. 27.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.3%
16% above US avg
Diabetes9.7%
Heart Disease5.9%
High Blood Pressure32.0%
Asthma10.8%
COPD7.0%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.4%
Physical Inactivity27.0%
Depression22.7%
Mental Distress18.7%
Physical Distress13.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate88.1%
Checkup Rate74.1%
Premature Death9,706/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.6/10
Exercise Access53.5%
Healthcare Facilities16

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Dwight has an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation is 35.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average55.5°F
3% above US avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall35.0 inches
8% below US avg
Snowfall12.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,500 ft (457 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (0.9 km²)
Population Density539/sq mi
Coordinates38.8452°N, 96.5922°W
County FIPS20127
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 25.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (24% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 46.6-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 72.4%
D 25.8%

Winner: Republican by 46.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+25.7%
24% below US avg
High School+93.8%
School Test Score5.80
B Education Grade (3.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density539/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities16
Restaurants13
Retail Stores23

Safety & Disasters

FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute31.9 min
Work from Home7.4%

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