Hallowell, KS

Kansas

Hallowell is a small town in Kansas with a population of 53. Residents earn $120,000 per year, which is 60% above the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
53 Population 62/sq mi density
$120,000 Median Income $42,562 per capita
$60,000 Home Value
57°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$120,000 median income, 16.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$60,000 home value
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
9.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $120,000
60% higher than US avg
Home Value $60,000
79% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 9.8%
71% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.5%
26% higher than US avg
Unemployment 16.3%
353% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population53
Median Age52.6 yrs
Density62/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 85%
Veterans49.0%

Economy

B+
Median Income$120,000
Per Capita$42,562
Unemployment16.3%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$1,082M
Commute20 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$60,000
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Health

Obesity40.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.1%
Heart Disease5.5%

Climate

Avg Temp57°F (14°C)
AQI39 (Good)
Rain44.9 in/yr
Elevation843 ft (257 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+9.8%
High School+80.5%
School Score5.80

Community

2024 VoteR 68% / D 30%
Commute20 min
Broadband16.0%
Libraries6

Is Hallowell a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Hallowell receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, high obesity rates. Hallowell offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Hallowell is $120,000, which is significantly higher than the national average — 60% above $75,149. This places Hallowell among higher-income communities. At 16.3%, unemployment is notably high. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Hallowell is $60,000, 79% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 0.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

9.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 80.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Hallowell enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F. Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 44.9 inches, including 7.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Hallowell has a population of 53 with a density of 62 people per square mile. The median age is 52.6 years, 35% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (84.9%), with 15.1% Hispanic.

Population

53
Total Population
62
People / sq mi
52.6yrs
Median Age
35% above US avg
0.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.1%
Female 50.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Hallowell vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Hallowell vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Hallowell is $120,000, which is 60% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 16.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Income: Hallowell vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$120,000
60% above US avg
Per Capita Income$42,562
Avg Weekly Wage$918
IRS Avg AGI$52,716

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment16.3%
353% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)498
County GDP$1,082M

Business (County)

Restaurants43
Healthcare76
Retail77
Manufacturing34

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,541
1% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate5.90%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time20.1 min
Drive Alone89.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Hallowell is $60,000, 79% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$60,000
79% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied100.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,541
1% above US avg
Effective Rate5.90%
In Hallowell, 40.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 23.1% report depression. 25.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.5%
26% above US avg
Diabetes8.8%
Heart Disease5.5%
High Blood Pressure30.2%
Asthma10.6%
COPD6.6%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.3%
Physical Inactivity25.1%
Depression23.1%
Mental Distress18.3%
Physical Distress12.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate82.1%
Checkup Rate73.9%
Premature Death10,132/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.4/10
Exercise Access51.6%
Healthcare Facilities76
Hallowell has an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 44.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

32°F Jan (0°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average56.5°F
5% above US avg
January Average32°F (0°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall44.9 inches
18% above US avg
Snowfall7.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation843 ft (257 m)
Area0.9 sq mi (2.2 km²)
Population Density62/sq mi
Coordinates37.1734°N, 95.0027°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS20099
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 9.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (71% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 38.2-point margin. 16.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 68.3%
D 30.1%

Winner: Republican by 38.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+9.8%
71% below US avg
High School+80.5%
School Test Score5.80
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density62/sq mi
Total Area0.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access16.0%
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities76
Restaurants43
Retail Stores77

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute20.1 min
Drive Alone89.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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