Elyria, KS

Kansas

Elyria is a small town in Kansas with a population of 291. Residents earn $153,264 per year, which is 104% above the national average.

4.9 /5.0
A+ Excellent
291 Population 61/sq mi density
$153,264 Median Income $72,011 per capita
$430,600 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
56°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.9 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.7 / 5.0
$153,264 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$430,600 home value
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
85.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $153,264
104% higher than US avg
Home Value $430,600
53% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 85.2%
153% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.7%
17% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 11.8%
5% lower than US avg

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

People

Population291
Median Age61.1 yrs
Density61/mi²
Male / Female58% / 42%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

A+
Median Income$153,264
Per Capita$72,011
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty11.8%
County GDP$2,636M

Housing

A+
Home Value$430,600
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity37.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.6%
Heart Disease5.7%

Climate

Avg Temp56°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain33.6 in/yr
Elevation1,484 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+85.2%
High School+100.0%
School Score5.80

Community

2024 VoteR 70% / D 29%
CommuteN/A
Libraries6

Is Elyria a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Elyria receives an overall livability score of 4.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Elyria stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Elyria is $153,264, which is significantly higher than the national average — 104% above $75,149. This places Elyria among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 11.8% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Elyria is $430,600, making it a premium housing market at 53% above the U.S. median of $281,900. At just 2.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Elyria is a highly educated community — 85.2% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Elyria 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 33.6 inches, including 14.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Elyria has a population of 291 with a density of 61 people per square mile. The median age is 61.1 years, 57% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

291
Total Population
61
People / sq mi
61.1yrs
Median Age
57% above US avg
4.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 58.1%
Female 41.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Elyria vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Elyria vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Elyria is $153,264, which is 104% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 11.8% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Elyria vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$153,264
104% above US avg
Per Capita Income$72,011
Avg Weekly Wage$1,135
IRS Avg AGI$75,497

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate11.8%
5% below US avg
Establishments (County)974
County GDP$2,636M

Business (County)

Restaurants75
Healthcare93
Retail109
Manufacturing55

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,206
20% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate0.98%

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Elyria is $430,600, 53% above the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$430,600
53% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied100.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,206
20% above US avg
Effective Rate0.98%
In Elyria, 37.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.6% report depression. 24.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.7%
17% above US avg
Diabetes8.9%
Heart Disease5.7%
High Blood Pressure31.6%
Asthma9.7%
COPD6.0%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.5%
Physical Inactivity24.9%
Depression21.6%
Mental Distress16.9%
Physical Distress11.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Checkup Rate73.3%
Premature Death6,868/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.1/10
Exercise Access67.6%
Healthcare Facilities93

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Safety Score

Elyria has an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 33.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

31°F Jan (-1°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average55.7°F
3% above US avg
January Average31°F (-1°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall33.6 inches
12% below US avg
Snowfall14.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,484 ft (452 m)
Area4.8 sq mi (12.4 km²)
Population Density61/sq mi
Coordinates38.2896°N, 97.6339°W
County FIPS20113
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 85.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (153% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 41.1-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 69.6%
D 28.5%

Winner: Republican by 41.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+85.2%
153% above US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score5.80
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density61/sq mi
Total Area4.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities93
Restaurants75
Retail Stores109

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home0.0%

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