Ensign, KS

Kansas

Ensign is a small town in Kansas with a population of 113. Residents earn $70,000 per year, which is 7% below the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
113 Population 390/sq mi density
$70,000 Median Income $34,528 per capita
$102,300 Home Value $159,171 Zillow
$935 Median Rent 14.6% income on rent
55°F Avg Temperature 323 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.4 / 5.0
$70,000 median income, 2.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$102,300 home value, $935/mo rent
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
15.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $70,000
7% lower than US avg
Home Value $102,300
64% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 15.0%
55% lower than US avg
Median Rent $935
20% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.4%
26% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.0%
44% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population113
Median Age54.8 yrs
Density390/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 92%
Veterans96.0%

Economy

A
Median Income$70,000
Per Capita$34,528
Unemployment2.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$997M
Commute28 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$102,300
Rent$935
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$159,171
Housing Units84
Rent Burden14.6%

Health

Obesity40.4%
Uninsured19.3%
Smoking16.2%
Depression20.8%
Heart Disease5.7%

Climate

Avg Temp55°F (13°C)
AQI39 (Good)
Rain21.7 in/yr
Sunny Days323/yr
Elevation2,721 ft (829 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+15.0%
High School+86.3%
Graduate+3.7%
School Score5.80

Community

2024 VoteR 84% / D 15%
Commute28 min
Broadband52.0%
Libraries4

Is Ensign a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Ensign receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include a high uninsured rate, high obesity rates. Ensign offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Ensign is $70,000, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Ensign is $102,300, 64% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $935 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

15.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Ensign experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. With 323 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 21.7 inches, including 15.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Ensign has a population of 113 with a density of 390 people per square mile. The median age is 54.8 years, 41% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (92%).

Population

113
Total Population
390
People / sq mi
54.8yrs
Median Age
41% above US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.2%
Female 47.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Ensign vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only68.3%
13% below US avg
Spanish31.7%
137% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Ensign vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Ensign is $70,000, which is 7% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Income: Ensign vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$70,000
7% below US avg
Per Capita Income$34,528
Avg Weekly Wage$1,000
IRS Avg AGI$80,968

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.0%
44% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)310
County GDP$997M

Business (County)

Restaurants15
Healthcare9
Retail26
Manufacturing7

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,767
36% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.66%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.9 min
Drive Alone48.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home9.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Ensign is $102,300, 64% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $935 (20% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $159,171.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$102,300
64% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$159,171

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$935
20% below US avg
Rent Burden14.6%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied90.4%
Housing Units84
Median Year Built1966

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,767
36% above US avg
Effective Rate4.66%
In Ensign, 40.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 19.3% of residents lack health insurance. 16.2% are current smokers. 20.8% report depression. 31.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.4%
26% above US avg
Diabetes10.7%
Heart Disease5.7%
High Blood Pressure29.9%
Asthma10.3%
COPD6.5%
Cancer6.3%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking16.2%
16% above US avg
Binge Drinking16.4%
Physical Inactivity31.9%
Depression20.8%
Mental Distress17.8%
Physical Distress13.8%
Short Sleep32.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.9%
Uninsured19.3%
124% above US avg
Checkup Rate71.7%
Dental Visits59.0%
Premature Death7,692/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.4/10
Exercise Access68.9%
Healthcare Facilities9
Ensign has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 21.7 inches. The area enjoys 323 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

33°F Jan (0°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average55.0°F
2% above US avg
January Average33°F (0°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days323 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall21.7 inches
43% below US avg
Snowfall15.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation2,721 ft (829 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.8 km²)
Population Density390/sq mi
Coordinates37.6531°N, 100.2328°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS20069
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 15.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (55% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 69-point margin. 52.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 83.8%
D 14.8%

Winner: Republican by 69 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+15.0%
55% below US avg
High School+86.3%
Graduate Degree+3.7%
School Test Score5.80
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density390/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access52.0%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities9
Restaurants15
Retail Stores26

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.9 min
Drive Alone48.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home9.7%

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