Frederick, KS

Kansas

Frederick is a small town in Kansas with a population of 39. Residents earn $38,879 per year, which is 48% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
39 Population 205/sq mi density
$38,879 Median Income $33,918 per capita
$54,800 Home Value
55°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$38,879 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$54,800 home value
F
Education
1.2 / 5.0
2.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $38,879
48% lower than US avg
Home Value $54,800
81% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 2.8%
92% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population39
Median Age67.4 yrs
Density205/mi²
Male / Female82% / 18%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans36.0%

Economy

B+
Median Income$38,879
Per Capita$33,918
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$949M
Commute30 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$54,800
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Climate

Avg Temp55°F (13°C)
AQI39 (Good)
Rain30.8 in/yr
Elevation1,762 ft (537 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+2.8%
High School+91.7%
School Score5.80

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 21%
Commute30 min
Broadband32.0%
Libraries5

Is Frederick a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Frederick receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Frederick offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Frederick is $38,879, 48% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Frederick is $54,800, 81% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

2.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Frederick experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 30.8 inches, including 16.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Frederick has a population of 39 with a density of 205 people per square mile. The median age is 67.4 years, 73% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

39
Total Population
205
People / sq mi
67.4yrs
Median Age
73% above US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 82.1%
Female 17.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Frederick vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Frederick vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Frederick is $38,879, which is 48% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Income: Frederick vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$38,879
48% below US avg
Per Capita Income$33,918
Avg Weekly Wage$972
IRS Avg AGI$64,022

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)356
County GDP$949M

Business (County)

Restaurants23
Healthcare22
Retail33
Manufacturing13

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,058
13% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate5.58%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time29.5 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Frederick is $54,800, 81% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$54,800
81% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied100.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,058
13% below US avg
Effective Rate5.58%
Frederick has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation is 30.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average54.7°F
1% above US avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall30.8 inches
19% below US avg
Snowfall16.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,762 ft (537 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.5 km²)
Population Density205/sq mi
Coordinates38.5129°N, 98.2676°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS20159
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 2.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (92% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 56.7-point margin. 32.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 77.5%
D 20.8%

Winner: Republican by 56.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+2.8%
92% below US avg
High School+91.7%
School Test Score5.80
F Education Grade (1.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density205/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access32.0%
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities22
Restaurants23
Retail Stores33

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute29.5 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Nearby Cities

Compare Frederick with another city: