Median Income $53,125

29% lower than US avg

Home Value $45,000

84% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 20.7%

39% lower than US avg

Median Rent $942

19% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 40.5%

26% higher than US avg

Unemployment 0.0%

100% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 5.0%

60% lower than US avg

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

People

Population149

Median Age60.3 yrs

Density317/mi²

Male / Female41% / 59%

Largest GroupWhite 94%

Veterans10.9%

Economy

Median Income$53,125

Per Capita$28,748

Unemployment0.0%

Poverty5.0%

County GDP$102M

Commute33 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$45,000

Rent$942

OwnershipN/A

Housing Units106

Rent Burden27.5%

Health

Obesity40.5%

Uninsured9.7%

Smoking19.8%

Depression24.6%

Heart Disease6.5%

Climate

Avg Temp56°F (13°C)

AQI39 (Good)

Rain38.6 in/yr

Sunny Days317/yr

Elevation1,125 ft (343 m)

Education

C+

Bachelor's+20.7%

High School+97.3%

Graduate+10.9%

School Score5.80

Community

2024 VoteR 84% / D 14%

Commute33 min

Broadband65.0%

Libraries4

Is Grenola a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Grenola is $53,125, 29% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 5.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Grenola is $45,000, 84% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $942 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 0.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

20.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 97.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Grenola enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. With 317 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 38.6 inches, including 6.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Grenola has a population of 149 with a density of 317 people per square mile. The median age is 60.3 years, 55% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94%), with 6% Hispanic.

Population

149

Total Population

317

People / sq mi

60.3yrs

Median Age

55% above US avg

0.5mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 40.9%

Female 59.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Grenola vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	98.3%
	25% above US avg
Spanish	1.7%
	87% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Grenola vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Grenola is $53,125, which is 29% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Income: Grenola vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$53,125
	29% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$28,748
Avg Weekly Wage	$685
IRS Avg AGI	$50,489

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	0.0%
	100% below US avg
Poverty Rate	5.0%
	60% below US avg
Establishments (County)	86
County GDP	$102M

Business (County)

Restaurants	5
Healthcare	5
Retail	12

Tax & Cost of Living


Cost of Living	90.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	32.6 min
Drive Alone	76.4%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	12.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Grenola is $45,000, 84% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $942 (19% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$45,000
	84% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$942
	19% below US avg
Rent Burden	27.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied	86.2%
Housing Units	106
Median Year Built	1938

Property Tax

In Grenola, 40.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 9.7% of residents lack health insurance. 19.8% are current smokers. 24.6% report depression. 31.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	40.5%
	26% above US avg
Diabetes	11.0%
Heart Disease	6.5%
High Blood Pressure	33.4%
Asthma	11.3%
COPD	8.2%
Cancer	7.3%
Stroke	3.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	19.8%
	41% above US avg
Binge Drinking	17.1%
Physical Inactivity	31.8%
Depression	24.6%
Mental Distress	20.1%
Physical Distress	14.4%
Short Sleep	40.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	78.9%
Uninsured	9.7%
	13% above US avg
Checkup Rate	74.2%
Dental Visits	53.3%
Premature Death	10,720/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	6.2/10
Exercise Access	28.0%
Healthcare Facilities	5

Grenola has an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 38.6 inches. The area enjoys 317 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

32°F Jan (-0°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)

Annual Average	55.8°F
	3% above US avg
January Average	32°F (-0°C)
July Average	79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days	317 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	38.6 inches
	2% above US avg
Snowfall	6.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	39.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	1,125 ft (343 m)
Area	0.5 sq mi (1.2 km²)
Population Density	317/sq mi
Coordinates	37.3503°N, 96.4497°W
Timezone	America/Chicago
County FIPS	20049

It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 20.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (39% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 69.7-point margin. 65.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 83.9%

D 14.3%

Winner: Republican by 69.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	20.7%
	39% below US avg
High School+	97.3%
Graduate Degree+	10.9%
School Test Score	5.80

C+ Education Grade (2.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8	Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density	317/sq mi
Total Area	0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	65.0%
Public Libraries	4
Healthcare Facilities	5
Restaurants	5
Retail Stores	12

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	32.6 min
Drive Alone	76.4%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	12.7%

Grenola, KS

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

People

Economy

Housing

Health

Climate

Education

Community

Is Grenola a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

Cost of Living & Housing

Education

Climate & Weather

Population

Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

Grenola vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

Grenola vs U.S. Average

Income: Grenola 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: Grenola 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

Nearby Cities