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Fontana, KS
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Fontana, KS
At a Glance
How Fontana Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Fontana's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Fontana a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Fontana residents earn a median household income of $50,625 , which is 33% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $18,383. The unemployment rate stands at 10.9% (203% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 37.2% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 966 business establishments, including 60 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Fontana is $116,600 , 59% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $325,676. The cost of living index is 90.1 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1991.
Safety & Crime
Fontana reports 343 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 10% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 2,541/100K.
Education
4.7% of adults in Fontana hold a bachelor's degree or higher (86% below the national average). 71.2% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.3/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Fontana has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. The area gets 293 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 41.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.