Everest, KS

Kansas

Everest is a small town in Kansas with a population of 387. Residents earn $46,250 per year, which is 38% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
387 Population 1,683/sq mi density
$46,250 Median Income $20,992 per capita
$71,100 Home Value $163,914 Zillow
$679 Median Rent
54°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.0 / 5.0
$46,250 median income, 9.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$71,100 home value, $679/mo rent
B
Education
3.4 / 5.0
30.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $46,250
38% lower than US avg
Home Value $71,100
75% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 30.4%
10% lower than US avg
Median Rent $679
42% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 41.4%
29% higher than US avg
Unemployment 9.8%
172% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 21.3%
72% higher than US avg

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

People

Population387
Median Age34.3 yrs
Density1,683/mi²
Male / Female42% / 58%
Largest GroupWhite 94%

Economy

C
Median Income$46,250
Per Capita$20,992
Unemployment9.8%
Poverty21.3%
County GDP$845M
Commute18 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$71,100
Rent$679
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$163,914

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity41.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.8%
Heart Disease6.5%

Climate

Avg Temp54°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain36.4 in/yr
Elevation1,148 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+30.4%
High School+92.3%
School Score5.80

Community

2024 VoteR 68% / D 30%
Commute18 min
EV Stations1
Libraries2

Is Everest a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Everest receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Everest offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Everest is $46,250, 38% below the national average of $75,149. At 9.8%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 21.3% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Everest is $71,100, 75% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $679 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

30.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Everest experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 36.4 inches, including 17.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Everest has a population of 387 with a density of 1,683 people per square mile. The median age is 34.3 years, 12% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (93.5%), with 4.7% Hispanic, 1.8% Black.

Population

387
Total Population
1,683
People / sq mi
34.3yrs
Median Age
12% below US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 41.6%
Female 58.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Everest vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.8%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.2%
91% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Everest vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Everest is $46,250, which is 38% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 9.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 21.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes.

Income: Everest vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$46,250
38% below US avg
Per Capita Income$20,992
Avg Weekly Wage$997
IRS Avg AGI$63,080

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment9.8%
172% above US avg
Poverty Rate21.3%
72% above US avg
Establishments (County)428
County GDP$845M

Business (County)

Restaurants35
Healthcare38
Retail42
Manufacturing21

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,933
12% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate5.53%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time18.3 min
Work from Home1.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Everest is $71,100, 75% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $679 (42% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $163,914.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$71,100
75% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$163,914

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$679
42% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied68.7%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,933
12% above US avg
Effective Rate5.53%
In Everest, 41.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 23.8% report depression. 29.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity41.4%
29% above US avg
Diabetes11.2%
Heart Disease6.5%
High Blood Pressure35.0%
Asthma11.2%
COPD8.3%
Stroke3.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.0%
Physical Inactivity29.3%
Depression23.8%
Mental Distress19.9%
Physical Distress14.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate75.8%
Checkup Rate74.8%
Premature Death9,705/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.4/10
Exercise Access82.3%
Healthcare Facilities38

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Everest has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 36.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

27°F Jan (-3°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average54.2°F
0% below US avg
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall36.4 inches
4% below US avg
Snowfall17.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,148 ft (350 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.6 km²)
Population Density1,683/sq mi
Coordinates39.6770°N, 95.4248°W
County FIPS20005
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 30.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (10% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 37.4-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 67.7%
D 30.3%

Winner: Republican by 37.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+30.4%
10% below US avg
High School+92.3%
School Test Score5.80
B Education Grade (3.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density1,683/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities38
Restaurants35
Retail Stores42

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute18.3 min
Work from Home1.3%

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