Home Value $125,000

56% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 23.2%

31% lower than US avg

Median Rent $1,345

16% higher than US avg

Obesity Rate 39.7%

24% higher than US avg

Unemployment 25.3%

603% higher than US avg

Poverty Rate 47.3%

281% higher than US avg

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

People

Population942

Median Age26.4 yrs

Density163/mi²

Male / Female43% / 57%

Largest GroupWhite 96%

Veterans8.8%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A

Per Capita$23,670

Unemployment25.3%

Poverty47.3%

County GDP$6,588M

Commute16 min

Housing

Home Value$125,000

Rent$1,345

OwnershipN/A

Housing Units347

Rent Burden51.0%

Health

Obesity39.7%

Uninsured7.5%

Smoking17.0%

Depression21.7%

Heart Disease6.1%

Climate

Avg Temp44°F (6°C)

AQI36 (Good)

Rain39.6 in/yr

Sunny Days270/yr

Elevation714 ft (218 m)

Education

C+

Bachelor's+23.2%

High School+94.9%

Graduate+1.1%

School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 59% / D 41%

Commute16 min

Broadband83.2%

Libraries22

Is Great Bend a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Great Bend receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, high obesity rates. Great Bend has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

At 25.3%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 47.3% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Great Bend is $125,000, 56% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,345 per month.

Education

23.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Great Bend has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F. Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. With 270 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 39.6 inches, including 92.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Great Bend has a population of 942 with a density of 163 people per square mile. The median age is 26.4 years, 32% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95.8%).

Population

942

Total Population

163

People / sq mi

26.4yrs

Median Age

32% below US avg

5.8mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 42.6%

Female 57.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Great Bend vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	96.9%
	23% above US avg
Spanish	3.1%
	77% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Great Bend vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Great Bend is N/A. The unemployment rate is 25.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 47.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes.

Income: Great Bend vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income


Per Capita Income	$23,670
Avg Weekly Wage	$1,202
IRS Avg AGI	$63,170

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	25.3%
	603% above US avg
Poverty Rate	47.3%
	281% above US avg
Establishments (County)	2,104
County GDP	$6,588M

Business (County)

Restaurants	253
Healthcare	233
Retail	339
Manufacturing	62

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$6,866
	96% above US avg
Cost of Living	107.90 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate	5.49%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	16.4 min
Drive Alone	96.6%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Great Bend is $125,000, 56% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,345 (16% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$125,000
	56% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft	$132
Homes Sold	1
Sale-to-List Ratio	94.7%
Price Drops	0.0%
Inventory	2

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$1,345
	16% above US avg
Rent Burden	51.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio	$1,215
1 Bedroom	$1,315
2 Bedrooms	$1,579
3 Bedrooms	$1,976
4 Bedrooms	$2,193

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied	35.0%
Housing Units	347
Median Year Built	1978

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$6,866
	96% above US avg
Effective Rate	5.49%

In Great Bend, 39.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.5% of residents lack health insurance. 17.0% are current smokers. 21.7% report depression. 27.6% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Great Bend vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	39.7%
	24% above US avg
Diabetes	10.3%
Heart Disease	6.1%
High Blood Pressure	31.2%
Asthma	11.7%
COPD	7.6%
Cancer	7.4%
Stroke	3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	17.0%
	21% above US avg
Binge Drinking	20.4%
Physical Inactivity	27.6%
Depression	21.7%
Mental Distress	18.9%
Physical Distress	13.9%
Short Sleep	42.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	95.6%
Uninsured	7.5%
	13% below US avg
Checkup Rate	78.7%
Dental Visits	56.9%
Premature Death	8,243/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	7.5/10
Exercise Access	56.6%
Healthcare Facilities	233

Great Bend has an average annual temperature of 44°F (6°C). Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation is 39.6 inches. The area enjoys 270 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

16°F Jan (-9°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)

Annual Average	43.5°F
	19% below US avg
January Average	16°F (-9°C)
July Average	68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days	270 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	39.6 inches
	4% above US avg
Snowfall	92.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	36.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	714 ft (218 m)
Area	5.8 sq mi (15.0 km²)
Population Density	163/sq mi
Coordinates	44.0168°N, 75.7002°W
Timezone	America/New_York
County FIPS	36089

It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 23.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (31% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 18-point margin. 83.2% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 59%

D 41%

Winner: Republican by 18 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	23.2%
	31% below US avg
High School+	94.9%
Graduate Degree+	1.1%
School Test Score	5.39

C+ Education Grade (2.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4	Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density	163/sq mi
Total Area	5.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	83.2%
Public Libraries	22
Healthcare Facilities	233
Restaurants	253
Retail Stores	339

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	12

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	16.4 min
Drive Alone	96.6%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Great Bend, NY

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

People

Economy

Housing

Health

Climate

Education

Community

Is Great Bend a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

Cost of Living & Housing

Education

Climate & Weather

Population

Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

Great Bend vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

Great Bend vs U.S. Average

Income: Great Bend vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Ownership & Property

Property Tax

Health Metrics: Great Bend vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Food & Exercise

Temperature

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

Geography

2024 Presidential Election (County)

Education

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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