Emmett, KS

Kansas · Metropolitan Area

Emmett is a small town in Kansas with a population of 186. Residents earn $39,250 per year, which is 48% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
186 Population 930/sq mi density
$39,250 Median Income $21,955 per capita
$95,500 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
55°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$39,250 median income, 1.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$95,500 home value
F
Education
1.3 / 5.0
3.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $39,250
48% lower than US avg
Home Value $95,500
66% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 3.6%
89% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.3%
19% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.6%
56% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 9.1%
27% lower than US avg

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

People

Population186
Median Age29.5 yrs
Density930/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 86%

Economy

B+
Median Income$39,250
Per Capita$21,955
Unemployment1.6%
Poverty9.1%
County GDP$1,591M
Commute31 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$95,500
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity38.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.2%
Heart Disease6.1%

Climate

Avg Temp55°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain34.7 in/yr
Elevation1,024 ft

Education

F
Bachelor's+3.6%
High School+88.2%
School Score5.80

Community

2024 VoteR 73% / D 25%
Commute31 min
Broadband71.0%
Libraries5

Is Emmett a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Emmett receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Emmett offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Emmett is $39,250, 48% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.6%. 9.1% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Emmett is $95,500, 66% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

3.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Emmett experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 34.7 inches, including 16.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Emmett has a population of 186 with a density of 930 people per square mile. The median age is 29.5 years, 24% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (85.5%), with 7.5% Hispanic.

Population

186
Total Population
930
People / sq mi
29.5yrs
Median Age
24% below US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 54.3%
Female 45.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Emmett vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Emmett vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Emmett is $39,250, which is 48% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 9.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Income: Emmett vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$39,250
48% below US avg
Per Capita Income$21,955
Avg Weekly Wage$989
IRS Avg AGI$81,037

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.6%
56% below US avg
Poverty Rate9.1%
27% below US avg
Establishments (County)747
County GDP$1,591M

Business (County)

Restaurants50
Healthcare64
Retail86
Manufacturing31

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,316
23% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.52%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time30.7 min
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Emmett is $95,500, 66% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$95,500
66% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$219
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio0.0%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory1

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-Occupied70.4%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,316
23% above US avg
Effective Rate4.52%
In Emmett, 38.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.2% report depression. 27.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.3%
19% above US avg
Diabetes10.0%
Heart Disease6.1%
High Blood Pressure32.6%
Asthma10.2%
COPD7.0%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.6%
Physical Inactivity27.5%
Depression21.2%
Mental Distress18.2%
Physical Distress12.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate79.7%
Checkup Rate72.4%
Premature Death7,314/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.0/10
Exercise Access45.3%
Healthcare Facilities64

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Safety Score

Emmett has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 34.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

29°F Jan (-2°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average54.5°F
1% above US avg
January Average29°F (-2°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall34.7 inches
9% below US avg
Snowfall16.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,024 ft (312 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.5 km²)
Population Density930/sq mi
Coordinates39.3073°N, 96.0576°W
County FIPS20149
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 3.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (89% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 47.6-point margin. 71.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 72.8%
D 25.2%

Winner: Republican by 47.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+3.6%
89% below US avg
High School+88.2%
School Test Score5.80
F Education Grade (1.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density930/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access71.0%
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities64
Restaurants50
Retail Stores86

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute30.7 min
Work from Home0.0%

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