Esbon, KS

Kansas

Esbon is a small town in Kansas with a population of 59. Residents earn $54,167 per year, which is 28% below the national average.

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
59 Population 211/sq mi density
$54,167 Median Income $36,368 per capita
51°F Avg Temperature
C+
Overall
2.7 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.9 / 5.0
$54,167 median income, 0.0% unemployment
F
Education
1.4 / 5.0
5.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $54,167
28% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 5.6%
83% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.6%
8% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.5%
32% lower than US avg

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

People

Population59
Median Age60.5 yrs
Density211/mi²
Male / Female64% / 36%
Largest GroupWhite 93%
Veterans54.0%

Economy

B+
Median Income$54,167
Per Capita$36,368
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty8.5%
County GDP$143M
Commute17 min

Health

Obesity34.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.7%
Heart Disease5.8%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (11°C)
AQI39 (Good)
Rain27.5 in/yr
Elevation1,832 ft (558 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+5.6%
High School+83.3%
School Score5.80

Community

2024 VoteR 87% / D 11%
Commute17 min
Broadband34.0%
Libraries5

Is Esbon a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Esbon receives an overall livability score of 2.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Esbon has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Esbon is $54,167, 28% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 8.5% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Education

5.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 83.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Esbon experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 27.5 inches, including 23.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Esbon has a population of 59 with a density of 211 people per square mile. The median age is 60.5 years, 56% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (93.2%), with 6.8% Hispanic.

Population

59
Total Population
211
People / sq mi
60.5yrs
Median Age
56% above US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 64.4%
Female 35.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Esbon vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Esbon vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Esbon is $54,167, which is 28% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 8.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes.

Income: Esbon vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$54,167
28% below US avg
Per Capita Income$36,368
Avg Weekly Wage$699
IRS Avg AGI$57,670

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate8.5%
32% below US avg
Establishments (County)110
County GDP$143M

Business (County)

Restaurants7
Healthcare4
Retail14

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time16.8 min
Drive Alone83.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home16.7%

Walkability

In Esbon, 34.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.7% report depression. 26.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.6%
8% above US avg
Diabetes9.8%
Heart Disease5.8%
High Blood Pressure29.5%
Asthma10.0%
COPD7.5%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking14.9%
Physical Inactivity26.3%
Depression21.7%
Mental Distress17.3%
Physical Distress12.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.3%
Checkup Rate66.9%
Premature Death6,581/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.8/10
Exercise Access4.3%
Healthcare Facilities4
Esbon has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 27.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-3°C) 76°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average51.1°F
5% below US avg
January Average26°F (-3°C)
July Average76°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall27.5 inches
28% below US avg
Snowfall23.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,832 ft (558 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.7 km²)
Population Density211/sq mi
Coordinates39.8218°N, 98.4337°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS20089
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 5.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (83% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 75.9-point margin. 34.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 87%
D 11.2%

Winner: Republican by 75.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+5.6%
83% below US avg
High School+83.3%
School Test Score5.80
F Education Grade (1.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density211/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access34.0%
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities4
Restaurants7
Retail Stores14

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute16.8 min
Drive Alone83.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home16.7%

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