Greensburg, KS

Kansas

Greensburg is a small town in Kansas with a population of 703. Residents earn $55,238 per year, which is 26% below the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
703 Population 393/sq mi density
$55,238 Median Income $41,258 per capita
$188,600 Home Value $180,676 Zillow
$725 Median Rent
55°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.7 / 5.0
$55,238 median income, 2.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.8 / 5.0
$188,600 home value, $725/mo rent
B
Education
3.1 / 5.0
26.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $55,238
26% lower than US avg
Home Value $188,600
33% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 26.1%
23% lower than US avg
Median Rent $725
38% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.5%
26% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.5%
31% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 12.2%
2% lower than US avg

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

People

Population703
Median Age49.6 yrs
Density393/mi²
Male / Female45% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 90%

Economy

B+
Median Income$55,238
Per Capita$41,258
Unemployment2.5%
Poverty12.2%
County GDP$135M
Commute10 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$188,600
Rent$725
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$180,676

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity40.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.7%
Heart Disease5.3%

Climate

Avg Temp55°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain26.0 in/yr
Elevation2,233 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+26.1%
High School+88.2%
School Score5.80

Community

2024 VoteR 85% / D 14%
Commute10 min
EV Stations1
Libraries3

Is Greensburg a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Greensburg receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Greensburg offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Greensburg is $55,238, 26% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.5%. 12.2% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 10 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Greensburg is $188,600, 33% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $725 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.4x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

26.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Greensburg experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 26.0 inches, including 16.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Greensburg has a population of 703 with a density of 393 people per square mile. The median age is 49.6 years, 28% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (90%), with 1.7% Black.

Population

703
Total Population
393
People / sq mi
49.6yrs
Median Age
28% above US avg
1.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45.1%
Female 54.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Greensburg vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only90.8%
16% above US avg
Spanish9.2%
31% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Greensburg vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Greensburg is $55,238, which is 26% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 12.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 10 minutes.

Income: Greensburg vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$55,238
26% below US avg
Per Capita Income$41,258
Avg Weekly Wage$759
IRS Avg AGI$63,908

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.5%
31% below US avg
Poverty Rate12.2%
2% below US avg
Establishments (County)104
County GDP$135M

Business (County)

Restaurants4
Healthcare9
Retail10

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,767
21% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.47%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time10.2 min
Work from Home4.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Greensburg is $188,600, 33% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $725 (38% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $180,676.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$188,600
33% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$180,676

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$725
38% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied61.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,767
21% below US avg
Effective Rate1.47%
In Greensburg, 40.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.7% report depression. 24.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.5%
26% above US avg
Diabetes9.2%
Heart Disease5.3%
High Blood Pressure31.1%
Asthma10.5%
COPD6.3%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.7%
Physical Inactivity24.9%
Depression22.7%
Mental Distress17.8%
Physical Distress12.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.1%
Checkup Rate74.6%
Premature Death10,168/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.8/10
Exercise Access36.7%
Healthcare Facilities9

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Safety Score

Greensburg has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 26.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

31°F Jan (-0°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average54.8°F
1% above US avg
January Average31°F (-0°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall26.0 inches
32% below US avg
Snowfall16.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation2,233 ft (681 m)
Area1.8 sq mi (4.6 km²)
Population Density393/sq mi
Coordinates37.6049°N, 99.2896°W
County FIPS20097
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 26.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (23% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 71.4-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 85%
D 13.6%

Winner: Republican by 71.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+26.1%
23% below US avg
High School+88.2%
School Test Score5.80
B Education Grade (3.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density393/sq mi
Total Area1.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities9
Restaurants4
Retail Stores10

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute10.2 min
Work from Home4.3%

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