Great Bend, KS
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Great Bend, KS
At a Glance
How Great Bend Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Great Bend's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Great Bend a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Great Bend residents earn a median household income of $53,323 , which is 29% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $29,478. The unemployment rate stands at 3.2% (11% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 11.8% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 890 business establishments, including 54 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Great Bend is $118,700 , 58% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $127,705. Median rent is $744/month, with 26.4% 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 1958.
Safety & Crime
Great Bend reports 315 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 17% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,591/100K.
Education
20.9% of adults in Great Bend hold a bachelor's degree or higher (38% below the national average). 85.7% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.6/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Great Bend has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 27.3 inches.