Ellsworth, KS
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Ellsworth, KS
At a Glance
How Ellsworth Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Ellsworth's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Ellsworth a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Ellsworth residents earn a median household income of $65,357 , which is 13% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $31,258. The unemployment rate stands at 1.4% (61% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 3.6% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 188 business establishments, including 15 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Ellsworth is $143,600 , 49% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $171,918. Median rent is $693/month, with 22.3% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 90.1 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1961.
Safety & Crime
Ellsworth reports 63 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 83% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 539/100K.
Education
17.4% of adults in Ellsworth hold a bachelor's degree or higher (48% below the national average). 91.5% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.2/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Ellsworth has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 30.8 inches.