Fort Scott, KS
Full City Profile · Kansas · Bourbon County County
Fort Scott, KS
At a Glance
How Fort Scott Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Fort Scott's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Fort Scott a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Fort Scott residents earn a median household income of $60,799 , which is 19% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $31,273. The unemployment rate stands at 3.9% (8% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 6.9% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 406 business establishments, including 39 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Fort Scott is $89,400 , 68% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $136,527. Median rent is $796/month, with 27.3% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 90.1 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1954.
Safety & Crime
Fort Scott reports 304 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 20% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,703/100K.
Education
21.7% of adults in Fort Scott hold a bachelor's degree or higher (36% below the national average). 91.2% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.2/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Fort Scott has an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 44.5 inches.