Garnett, KS
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Garnett, KS
At a Glance
How Garnett Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Garnett's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Garnett a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Garnett residents earn a median household income of $46,875 , which is 38% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $26,612. The unemployment rate stands at 7.2% (100% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 4.8% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 259 business establishments, including 16 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Garnett is $137,800 , 51% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $146,955. Median rent is $909/month, with 35.8% 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 1957.
Safety & Crime
Garnett reports 189 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 50% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,382/100K.
Education
16.4% of adults in Garnett hold a bachelor's degree or higher (51% below the national average). 94.8% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.2/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Garnett has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 40.6 inches.