Kansas
Fort Scott is a small city in Kansas with a population of 7,551. Residents earn $60,799 per year, which is 19% below the national average.
Based on current data, Fort Scott receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates. Fort Scott offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in Fort Scott is $60,799, 19% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.4%. Only 6.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
The median home value in Fort Scott is $89,400, 68% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $796 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.
With 823 violent crimes per 100,000 residents, public safety is a notable concern — this is significantly above the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 4,622 per 100,000, 136% above the national average.
21.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.
Fort Scott enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F. Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 44.5 inches, including 8.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.
| English Only | 97.8% |
| 25% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 2.2% |
| 84% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $60,799 |
| 19% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $31,273 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $824 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $53,044 |
| Unemployment | 2.4% |
| 33% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 6.9% |
| 44% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 406 |
| County GDP | $749M |
| Restaurants | 39 |
| Healthcare | 40 |
| Retail | 54 |
| Manufacturing | 18 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,640 |
| 4% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 4.07% |
| Commute Time | 15.5 min |
| Work from Home | 13.3% |
| Census Median | $89,400 |
| 68% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $124,431 |
| Census Median Rent | $796 |
| 32% below US avg |
| Studio | $702 |
| 1 Bedroom | $753 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $947 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,223 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,397 |
| Owner-Occupied | 65.1% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,640 |
| 4% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 4.07% |
| Obesity | 38.1% |
| 19% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 10.7% |
| Heart Disease | 6.2% |
| High Blood Pressure | 34.1% |
| Asthma | 10.9% |
| COPD | 7.8% |
| Stroke | 3.3% |
| Binge Drinking | 17.2% |
| Physical Inactivity | 30.1% |
| Depression | 23.2% |
| Mental Distress | 18.9% |
| Physical Distress | 13.9% |
| Insurance Rate | 91.3% |
| Checkup Rate | 75.5% |
| Premature Death | 11,705/100K |
| Food Environment | 7.2/10 |
| Exercise Access | 53.1% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 40 |
| Total Violent | 823.1/100K |
| 117% above US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 114.0/100K |
| Robbery | 12.7/100K |
| Assault | 696.5/100K |
| Total Property | 4,622.0/100K |
| 136% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 1,203.0/100K |
| Theft | 3,216.4/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 202.6/100K |
| Arson | 25.3/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 1 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 57.0°F |
| 6% above US avg | |
| January Average | 32°F (0°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 44.5 inches |
| 17% above US avg | |
| Snowfall | 8.4 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 39.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 849 ft (259 m) |
| Area | 5.6 sq mi (14.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,353/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 37.8280°N, 94.7041°W |
| County FIPS | 20011 |
Winner: Republican by 54.2 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 21.7% |
| 36% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 91.2% |
| School Test Score | 5.80 |
| RUCC Code 6 | Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent |
| Population Density | 1,353/sq mi |
| Total Area | 5.6 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 3 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 3 |
| Public Libraries | 2 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 40 |
| Restaurants | 39 |
| Retail Stores | 54 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 1 |
| Avg Commute | 15.5 min |
| Work from Home | 13.3% |