Edna, KS

Kansas

Edna is a small town in Kansas with a population of 357. Residents earn $57,222 per year, which is 24% below the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
357 Population 915/sq mi density
$57,222 Median Income $27,927 per capita
$84,400 Home Value $152,629 Zillow
$844 Median Rent 35.5% income on rent
56°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.7 / 5.0
$57,222 median income, 1.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$84,400 home value, $844/mo rent
C
Education
2.5 / 5.0
18.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $57,222
24% lower than US avg
Home Value $84,400
70% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 18.5%
45% lower than US avg
Median Rent $844
27% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 41.3%
29% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.8%
50% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 15.0%
21% higher than US avg

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

People

Population357
Median Age30.0 yrs
Density915/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 84%
Veterans8.0%

Economy

B+
Median Income$57,222
Per Capita$27,927
Unemployment1.8%
Poverty15.0%
County GDP$1,082M
Commute27 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$84,400
Rent$844
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$152,629
Rent Burden35.5%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity41.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.2%
Heart Disease6.5%

Climate

Avg Temp56°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain46.6 in/yr
Elevation972 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+18.5%
High School+93.2%
School Score5.80

Community

2024 VoteR 68% / D 30%
Commute27 min
Broadband86.2%
Libraries6

Is Edna a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Edna receives an overall livability score of 3.7 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 below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Edna offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Edna is $57,222, 24% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.8%. The poverty rate of 15.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Edna is $84,400, 70% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $844 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

18.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Edna enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 46.6 inches, including 7.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Edna has a population of 357 with a density of 915 people per square mile. The median age is 30.0 years, 23% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (84%), with 11.5% Hispanic.

Population

357
Total Population
915
People / sq mi
30.0yrs
Median Age
23% below US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.9%
Female 52.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Edna vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.4%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.6%
96% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Edna vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Edna is $57,222, which is 24% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 15.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: Edna vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$57,222
24% below US avg
Per Capita Income$27,927
Avg Weekly Wage$918
IRS Avg AGI$52,716

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.8%
50% below US avg
Poverty Rate15.0%
21% above 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 Rate4.20%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.6 min
Drive Alone90.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Edna is $84,400, 70% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $844 (27% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $152,629.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$84,400
70% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$152,629

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$844
27% below US avg
Rent Burden35.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied69.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,541
1% above US avg
Effective Rate4.20%
In Edna, 41.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 23.2% report depression. 30.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity41.3%
29% above US avg
Diabetes10.6%
Heart Disease6.5%
High Blood Pressure34.3%
Asthma11.4%
COPD8.0%
Stroke3.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.3%
Physical Inactivity30.4%
Depression23.2%
Mental Distress19.8%
Physical Distress14.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.1%
Checkup Rate73.4%
Premature Death10,132/100K

Food & Exercise

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

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Safety Score

Edna has an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 46.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

32°F Jan (-0°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average56.0°F
4% above US avg
January Average32°F (-0°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall46.6 inches
23% above US avg
Snowfall7.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation972 ft (296 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (1.0 km²)
Population Density915/sq mi
Coordinates37.0585°N, 95.3592°W
County FIPS20099
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 18.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (45% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 38.2-point margin. 86.2% 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+18.5%
45% below US avg
High School+93.2%
School Test Score5.80
C Education Grade (2.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density915/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access86.2%
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities76
Restaurants43
Retail Stores77

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.6 min
Drive Alone90.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.7%

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