Geneseo, KS

Kansas

Geneseo is a small town in Kansas with a population of 224. Residents earn $36,607 per year, which is 51% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
224 Population 380/sq mi density
$36,607 Median Income $23,972 per capita
$42,400 Home Value
$725 Median Rent 30.3% income on rent
55°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$36,607 median income, 2.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$42,400 home value, $725/mo rent
C
Education
2.3 / 5.0
16.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $36,607
51% lower than US avg
Home Value $42,400
85% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 16.5%
51% lower than US avg
Median Rent $725
38% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.4%
26% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.2%
39% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 11.1%
10% lower than US avg

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

People

Population224
Median Age48.9 yrs
Density380/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 82%
Veterans11.1%

Economy

B
Median Income$36,607
Per Capita$23,972
Unemployment2.2%
Poverty11.1%
County GDP$949M
Commute29 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$42,400
Rent$725
OwnershipN/A
Rent Burden30.3%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity40.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.5%
Heart Disease5.8%

Climate

Avg Temp55°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain30.8 in/yr
Elevation1,753 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+16.5%
High School+95.7%
School Score5.80

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 21%
Commute29 min
Broadband98.0%
Libraries5

Is Geneseo a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Geneseo receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Geneseo offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Geneseo is $36,607, 51% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.2%. 11.1% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Geneseo is $42,400, 85% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $725 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

16.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Geneseo 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.

Geneseo has a population of 224 with a density of 380 people per square mile. The median age is 48.9 years, 26% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (81.7%), with 14.7% Hispanic.

Population

224
Total Population
380
People / sq mi
48.9yrs
Median Age
26% above US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.4%
Female 49.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Geneseo vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.0%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.0%
93% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Geneseo vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Geneseo is $36,607, which is 51% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 11.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Income: Geneseo vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$36,607
51% below US avg
Per Capita Income$23,972
Avg Weekly Wage$972
IRS Avg AGI$64,022

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.2%
39% below US avg
Poverty Rate11.1%
10% 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 Rate7.21%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time29.2 min
Drive Alone88.9%
Public Transit3.3%
Work from Home1.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Geneseo is $42,400, 85% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $725 (38% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$42,400
85% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$725
38% below US avg
Rent Burden30.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied78.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,058
13% below US avg
Effective Rate7.21%
In Geneseo, 40.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.5% report depression. 26.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.4%
26% above US avg
Diabetes9.8%
Heart Disease5.8%
High Blood Pressure31.8%
Asthma10.6%
COPD6.5%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.2%
Physical Inactivity26.6%
Depression22.5%
Mental Distress18.3%
Physical Distress12.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.0%
Checkup Rate75.0%
Premature Death8,472/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.9/10
Exercise Access70.3%
Healthcare Facilities22

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Safety Score

Geneseo 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

Elevation1,753 ft (534 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.5 km²)
Population Density380/sq mi
Coordinates38.5170°N, 98.1545°W
County FIPS20159
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 16.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (51% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 56.7-point margin. 98.0% 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+16.5%
51% below US avg
High School+95.7%
School Test Score5.80
C Education Grade (2.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density380/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access98.0%
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities22
Restaurants23
Retail Stores33

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute29.2 min
Drive Alone88.9%
Public Transit3.3%
Work from Home1.1%

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