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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
| English Only | 98.8% |
| 26% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 1.2% |
| 91% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $46,250 |
| 38% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $20,992 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $997 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $63,080 |
| Unemployment | 9.8% |
| 172% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 21.3% |
| 72% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 428 |
| County GDP | $845M |
| Restaurants | 35 |
| Healthcare | 38 |
| Retail | 42 |
| Manufacturing | 21 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,933 |
| 12% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 5.53% |
| Commute Time | 18.3 min |
| Work from Home | 1.3% |
| Census Median | $71,100 |
| 75% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $163,914 |
| Census Median Rent | $679 |
| 42% below US avg |
| Studio | $702 |
| 1 Bedroom | $753 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $947 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,223 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,397 |
| Owner-Occupied | 68.7% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,933 |
| 12% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 5.53% |
| Obesity | 41.4% |
| 29% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 11.2% |
| Heart Disease | 6.5% |
| High Blood Pressure | 35.0% |
| Asthma | 11.2% |
| COPD | 8.3% |
| Stroke | 3.5% |
| Binge Drinking | 17.0% |
| Physical Inactivity | 29.3% |
| Depression | 23.8% |
| Mental Distress | 19.9% |
| Physical Distress | 14.2% |
| Insurance Rate | 75.8% |
| Checkup Rate | 74.8% |
| Premature Death | 9,705/100K |
| Food Environment | 7.4/10 |
| Exercise Access | 82.3% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 38 |
| Annual Average | 54.2°F |
| 0% below US avg | |
| January Average | 27°F (-3°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (26°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 36.4 inches |
| 4% below US avg | |
| Snowfall | 17.0 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 39.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 1,148 ft (350 m) |
| Area | 0.2 sq mi (0.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,683/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 39.6770°N, 95.4248°W |
| County FIPS | 20005 |
Winner: Republican by 37.4 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 30.4% |
| 10% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 92.3% |
| School Test Score | 5.80 |
| RUCC Code 6 | Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent |
| Population Density | 1,683/sq mi |
| Total Area | 0.2 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 1 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 1 |
| Public Libraries | 2 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 38 |
| Restaurants | 35 |
| Retail Stores | 42 |
| Avg Commute | 18.3 min |
| Work from Home | 1.3% |