Frontenac, KS

Kansas

Frontenac is a small town in Kansas with a population of 3,381. Residents earn $56,867 per year, which is 24% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
3,381 Population 636/sq mi density
$56,867 Median Income $31,815 per capita
$165,400 Home Value $163,383 Zillow
$847 Median Rent
58°F Avg Temperature
117 Violent Crime/100K 1,691 property/100K
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.1 / 5.0
$56,867 median income, 1.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$165,400 home value, $847/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
117 violent crimes/100K (69% below avg)
B
Education
3.1 / 5.0
26.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $56,867
24% lower than US avg
Home Value $165,400
41% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 117/100K
69% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 26.3%
22% lower than US avg
Median Rent $847
27% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.9%
9% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.8%
50% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.9%
60% lower than US avg

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

People

Population3,381
Median Age40.0 yrs
Density636/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 90%

Economy

A
Median Income$56,867
Per Capita$31,815
Unemployment1.8%
Poverty4.9%
County GDP$2,158M
Commute14 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$165,400
Rent$847
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$163,383

Crime

F
Violent117/100K
Property1,691/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault87/100K
Burglary700/100K

Health

Obesity34.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.0%
Heart Disease5.1%

Climate

Avg Temp58°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain47.9 in/yr
Elevation939 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+26.3%
High School+96.2%
School Score5.80

Community

2024 VoteR 62% / D 36%
Commute14 min
EV Stations1
Libraries7

Is Frontenac a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Frontenac is $56,867, 24% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.8%. Only 4.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 14 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Frontenac is $165,400, 41% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $847 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Frontenac is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 117 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,691 per 100,000, near the national average.

Education

26.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 96.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Frontenac enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F. Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 47.9 inches, including 9.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Frontenac has a population of 3,381 with a density of 636 people per square mile. The median age is 40.0 years, 3% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (89.9%), with 2.5% Hispanic, 2.8% Black.

Population

3,381
Total Population
636
People / sq mi
40.0yrs
Median Age
3% above US avg
5.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.3%
Female 48.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Frontenac vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.1%
25% above US avg
Spanish1.9%
86% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Frontenac vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Frontenac is $56,867, which is 24% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 14 minutes.

Income: Frontenac vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$56,867
24% below US avg
Per Capita Income$31,815
Avg Weekly Wage$869
IRS Avg AGI$63,070

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.8%
50% below US avg
Poverty Rate4.9%
60% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,084
County GDP$2,158M

Business (County)

Restaurants101
Healthcare133
Retail137
Manufacturing44

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,300
23% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.60%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time14.2 min
Work from Home2.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Frontenac is $165,400, 41% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $847 (27% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $163,383.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$165,400
41% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$163,383
Median List Price$207,500

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$207,500
$/Sq Ft$105
Homes Sold6
Sale-to-List Ratio98.4%
Price Drops15.4%
Inventory13

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$847
27% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied69.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,300
23% above US avg
Effective Rate2.60%
In Frontenac, 34.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.0% report depression. 22.3% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Frontenac vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.9%
9% above US avg
Diabetes8.6%
Heart Disease5.1%
High Blood Pressure31.1%
Asthma10.2%
COPD5.6%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.6%
Physical Inactivity22.3%
Depression22.0%
Mental Distress17.1%
Physical Distress11.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.1%
Checkup Rate75.0%
Premature Death11,703/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.5/10
Exercise Access75.9%
Healthcare Facilities133
Frontenac has a violent crime rate of 117 per 100,000 residents, 69% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,691 per 100,000 (14% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

Crime Rates: Frontenac vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent116.6/100K
69% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape29.2/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault87.5/100K

Property Crime

Total Property1,691.0/100K
14% below US avg
Burglary699.7/100K
Theft728.9/100K
Vehicle Theft262.4/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Frontenac has an average annual temperature of 58°F (14°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation is 47.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

33°F Jan (1°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average57.5°F
6% above US avg
January Average33°F (1°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall47.9 inches
26% above US avg
Snowfall9.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation939 ft (286 m)
Area5.3 sq mi (13.8 km²)
Population Density636/sq mi
Coordinates37.4588°N, 94.7008°W
County FIPS20037
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 26.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (22% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 25.3-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 61.7%
D 36.5%

Winner: Republican by 25.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+26.3%
22% below US avg
High School+96.2%
School Test Score5.80
B Education Grade (3.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density636/sq mi
Total Area5.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities133
Restaurants101
Retail Stores137

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute14.2 min
Work from Home2.6%

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