Kansas · Metropolitan Area
Elbing is a small town in Kansas with a population of 287. Residents earn $81,000 per year, which is 8% above the national average.
Based on current data, Elbing receives an overall livability score of 4.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include a highly educated population, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Elbing stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
The median household income in Elbing is $81,000, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.9%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
The median home value in Elbing is $136,500, 52% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Educational attainment is solid, with 46.6% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 97.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.
Elbing enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 33.8 inches, including 8.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.
| English Only | 95.9% |
| 22% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 4.1% |
| 69% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $81,000 |
| 8% above US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $32,422 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $922 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $67,187 |
| Unemployment | 4.9% |
| 36% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 849 |
| County GDP | $1,762M |
| Restaurants | 66 |
| Healthcare | 127 |
| Retail | 88 |
| Manufacturing | 55 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $4,330 |
| 24% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 3.17% |
| Commute Time | 18.1 min |
| Drive Alone | 70.5% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 10.9% |
| Census Median | $136,500 |
| 52% below US avg |
| Studio | $702 |
| 1 Bedroom | $753 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $947 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,223 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,397 |
| Owner-Occupied | 95.7% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $4,330 |
| 24% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 3.17% |
| Obesity | 38.4% |
| 20% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 8.9% |
| Heart Disease | 5.4% |
| High Blood Pressure | 30.7% |
| Asthma | 10.6% |
| COPD | 6.1% |
| Stroke | 2.7% |
| Binge Drinking | 18.0% |
| Physical Inactivity | 22.2% |
| Depression | 22.9% |
| Mental Distress | 18.0% |
| Physical Distress | 12.0% |
| Insurance Rate | 90.4% |
| Checkup Rate | 74.9% |
| Premature Death | 9,762/100K |
| Food Environment | 8.7/10 |
| Exercise Access | 73.6% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 127 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 5 |
| FEMA Disasters | 91 |
| Annual Average | 56.2°F |
| 4% above US avg | |
| January Average | 31°F (-1°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 33.8 inches |
| 11% below US avg | |
| Snowfall | 8.8 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 39.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 1,438 ft (438 m) |
| Area | 0.2 sq mi (0.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,594/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 38.0534°N, 97.1283°W |
| County FIPS | 20079 |
Winner: Republican by 21.1 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 46.6% |
| 38% above US avg | |
| High School+ | 97.1% |
| School Test Score | 5.80 |
| RUCC Code 2 | Metro — 250K–1M |
| Population Density | 1,594/sq mi |
| Total Area | 0.2 sq mi |
| Broadband Access | 92.0% |
| Public Libraries | 6 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 127 |
| Restaurants | 66 |
| Retail Stores | 88 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 5 |
| FEMA Disaster Declarations | 91 |
| Avg Commute | 18.1 min |
| Drive Alone | 70.5% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 10.9% |