Elsmore, KS

Kansas

Elsmore is a small town in Kansas with a population of 49. Residents earn $33,250 per year, which is 56% below the national average.

1.3 /5.0
F Poor
49 Population 327/sq mi density
$33,250 Median Income $15,027 per capita
56°F Avg Temperature
F
Overall
1.3 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
F
Economy
1.3 / 5.0
$33,250 median income, 22.9% unemployment
F
Education
1.3 / 5.0
4.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $33,250
56% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 4.0%
88% lower than US avg
Unemployment 22.9%
536% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 28.6%
131% higher than US avg

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

People

Population49
Median Age26.3 yrs
Density327/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans29.0%

Economy

F
Median Income$33,250
Per Capita$15,027
Unemployment22.9%
Poverty28.6%
County GDP$703M
Commute42 min

Climate

Avg Temp56°F (13°C)
AQI39 (Good)
Rain44.7 in/yr
Elevation1,055 ft (322 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+4.0%
High School+96.0%
School Score5.80

Community

2024 VoteR 72% / D 26%
Commute42 min
Broadband17.0%
Libraries4

Is Elsmore a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Elsmore receives an overall livability score of 1.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of F. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Elsmore faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Elsmore is $33,250, 56% below the national average of $75,149. At 22.9%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 28.6% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 42 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Education

4.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 96.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Elsmore 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 44.7 inches, including 9.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Elsmore has a population of 49 with a density of 327 people per square mile. The median age is 26.3 years, 32% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

49
Total Population
327
People / sq mi
26.3yrs
Median Age
32% below US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51%
Female 49%

Race & Ethnicity

Elsmore vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.5%
23% above US avg
Spanish3.5%
74% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Elsmore vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Elsmore is $33,250, which is 56% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 22.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 28.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 42 minutes.

Income: Elsmore vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$33,250
56% below US avg
Per Capita Income$15,027
Avg Weekly Wage$882
IRS Avg AGI$51,616

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment22.9%
536% above US avg
Poverty Rate28.6%
131% above US avg
Establishments (County)400
County GDP$703M

Business (County)

Restaurants33
Healthcare44
Retail56
Manufacturing22

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,117
11% below US avg

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time42.1 min
Drive Alone70.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home10.0%

Walkability

Elsmore 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 44.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

32°F Jan (-0°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average55.9°F
4% above US avg
January Average32°F (-0°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall44.7 inches
18% above US avg
Snowfall9.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,055 ft (322 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.4 km²)
Population Density327/sq mi
Coordinates37.7942°N, 95.1499°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS20001
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 4.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (88% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 46.2-point margin. 17.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 72%
D 25.8%

Winner: Republican by 46.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+4.0%
88% below US avg
High School+96.0%
School Test Score5.80
F Education Grade (1.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density327/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access17.0%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities44
Restaurants33
Retail Stores56

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute42.1 min
Drive Alone70.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home10.0%

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