Garfield, KS

Kansas

Garfield is a small town in Kansas with a population of 109. Residents earn $66,250 per year, which is 12% below the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
109 Population 202/sq mi density
$66,250 Median Income $26,634 per capita
$78,300 Home Value
$588 Median Rent 37.5% income on rent
56°F Avg Temperature 326 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.2 / 5.0
$66,250 median income, 1.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$78,300 home value, $588/mo rent
C
Education
2.1 / 5.0
13.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $66,250
12% lower than US avg
Home Value $78,300
72% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 13.9%
59% lower than US avg
Median Rent $588
49% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.1%
12% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.1%
69% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 7.3%
41% lower than US avg

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

People

Population109
Median Age54.5 yrs
Density202/mi²
Male / Female45% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 86%
Veterans85.0%

Economy

A
Median Income$66,250
Per Capita$26,634
Unemployment1.1%
Poverty7.3%
County GDP$353M
Commute17 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$78,300
Rent$588
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units83
Rent Burden37.5%

Health

Obesity36.1%
Uninsured9.6%
Smoking14.0%
Depression20.9%
Heart Disease4.8%

Climate

Avg Temp56°F (13°C)
AQI39 (Good)
Rain27.2 in/yr
Sunny Days326/yr
Elevation2,071 ft (631 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+13.9%
High School+77.2%
Graduate+7.1%
School Score5.80

Community

2024 VoteR 75% / D 23%
Commute17 min
Broadband40.0%
Libraries1

Is Garfield a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Garfield receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Garfield offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Garfield is $66,250, 12% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.1%. Only 7.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Garfield is $78,300, 72% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $588 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

13.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 77.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Garfield enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. With 326 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 27.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Garfield has a population of 109 with a density of 202 people per square mile. The median age is 54.5 years, 40% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (86.2%), with 10.1% Hispanic.

Population

109
Total Population
202
People / sq mi
54.5yrs
Median Age
40% above US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45%
Female 55%

Race & Ethnicity

Garfield vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Garfield vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Garfield is $66,250, which is 12% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 7.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes.

Income: Garfield vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$66,250
12% below US avg
Per Capita Income$26,634
Avg Weekly Wage$967
IRS Avg AGI$59,681

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.1%
69% below US avg
Poverty Rate7.3%
41% below US avg
Establishments (County)211
County GDP$353M

Business (County)

Restaurants13
Healthcare14
Retail23
Manufacturing4

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,063
12% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.91%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time16.7 min
Drive Alone80.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Garfield is $78,300, 72% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $588 (49% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$78,300
72% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$588
49% below US avg
Rent Burden37.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied87.5%
Housing Units83
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,063
12% below US avg
Effective Rate3.91%
In Garfield, 36.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 9.6% of residents lack health insurance. 14.0% are current smokers. 20.9% report depression. 23.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.1%
12% above US avg
Diabetes8.7%
Heart Disease4.8%
High Blood Pressure28.7%
Asthma10.0%
COPD5.3%
Cancer7.0%
Stroke2.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking14.0%
0% below US avg
Binge Drinking18.9%
Physical Inactivity23.7%
Depression20.9%
Mental Distress16.4%
Physical Distress11.5%
Short Sleep34.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.8%
Uninsured9.6%
12% above US avg
Checkup Rate73.7%
Dental Visits68.4%
Premature Death10,550/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.2/10
Exercise Access66.7%
Healthcare Facilities14
Garfield has an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 27.2 inches. The area enjoys 326 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

32°F Jan (0°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average55.6°F
3% above US avg
January Average32°F (0°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days326 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall27.2 inches
28% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation2,071 ft (631 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.4 km²)
Population Density202/sq mi
Coordinates38.0771°N, 99.2445°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS20145
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 13.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (59% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 51.5-point margin. 40.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 74.9%
D 23.4%

Winner: Republican by 51.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+13.9%
59% below US avg
High School+77.2%
Graduate Degree+7.1%
School Test Score5.80
C Education Grade (2.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density202/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access40.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities14
Restaurants13
Retail Stores23

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute16.7 min
Drive Alone80.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.6%

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