Median Income
$54,861
27% lower than US avg
Home Value
$99,300
65% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
8.2%
76% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$963
17% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
34.9%
9% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.7%
81% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
10.3%
17% lower than US avg
How Funston Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population825
Median Age35.2 yrs
Density724/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 63%
Economy
B+
Median Income$54,861
Per Capita$23,947
Unemployment0.7%
Poverty10.3%
County GDP$2,121M
Commute27 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$99,300
Rent$963
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity34.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.4%
Heart Disease6.6%
Climate
Avg Temp66°F
AQI44 (Good)
Rain50.0 in/yr
Elevation316 ft
Education
D
Bachelor's+8.2%
High School+80.6%
School Score4.92
Community
2024 VoteR 75% / D 25%
Commute27 min
Libraries3
Is Funston a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Funston receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Funston offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Funston is $54,861, 27% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.7%. 10.3% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Funston is $99,300, 65% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $963 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
8.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 80.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.
Climate & Weather
Funston enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F. Winters average 50°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 50.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.
Funston has a population of 825 with a density of 724 people per square mile. The median age is 35.2 years, 10% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (63%), with 25.2% Black.
Population
35.2yrs
Median Age
10% below US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 73.5% |
| 6% below US avg |
| Spanish | 26.5% |
| 98% above US avg |
The median household income in Funston is $54,861, which is 27% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 10.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $54,861 |
| 27% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $23,947 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $884 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $53,236 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.7% |
| 81% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 10.3% |
| 17% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 1,170 |
| County GDP | $2,121M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 69 |
| Healthcare | 107 |
| Retail | 202 |
| Manufacturing | 42 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,464 |
| 1% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 3.49% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 26.7 min |
| Work from Home | 7.5% |
The median home value in Funston is $99,300, 65% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $963 (17% below US avg).
Home Values
| Census Median | $99,300 |
| 65% below US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
| $/Sq Ft | $202 |
| Homes Sold | 1 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 95.3% |
| Price Drops | 0.0% |
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $963 |
| 17% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $979 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,023 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,203 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,524 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,775 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,464 |
| 1% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 3.49% |
In Funston, 34.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.4% report depression. 33.7% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Funston vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 34.9% |
| 9% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 14.1% |
| Heart Disease | 6.6% |
| High Blood Pressure | 38.8% |
| Asthma | 10.9% |
| COPD | 8.3% |
| Stroke | 4.0% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 15.1% |
| Physical Inactivity | 33.7% |
| Depression | 22.4% |
| Mental Distress | 20.7% |
| Physical Distress | 16.7% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 71.4% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 75.5% |
| Premature Death | 13,173/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 6.2/10 |
| Exercise Access | 43.1% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 107 |
Crime Rates: Funston vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 14 |
Safety Score
Funston has an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winters average 50°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 50.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.
Temperature
50°F Jan (10°C)
81°F Jul (27°C)
| Annual Average | 66.3°F |
| 23% above US avg |
| January Average | 50°F (10°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 50.0 inches |
| 32% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 0.0 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 44.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 316 ft (96 m) |
| Area | 1.1 sq mi (3.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 724/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 31.1959°N, 83.8811°W |
| County FIPS | 13071 |