Erie, KS
Full City Profile · Kansas · Neosho County County
Erie, KS
At a Glance
How Erie Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Erie's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Erie a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Erie residents earn a median household income of $39,688 , which is 47% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $28,279. The unemployment rate stands at 4.8% (33% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 15.8% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 492 business establishments, including 35 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Erie is $89,600 , 68% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $140,283. Median rent is $548/month, with 23.3% 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 1964.
Safety & Crime
Erie reports 238 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 37% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 833/100K.
Education
26.3% of adults in Erie hold a bachelor's degree or higher (22% below the national average). 93.4% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.6/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Erie has an average annual temperature of 58°F (14°C). Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 43.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.