Halstead, KS
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Halstead, KS
At a Glance
How Halstead Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Halstead's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Halstead a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Halstead residents earn a median household income of $68,750 , which is 9% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $29,879. The unemployment rate stands at 0.7% (81% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 16.2% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 849 business establishments, including 66 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Halstead is $165,000 , 41% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $212,062. Median rent is $909/month, with 30.6% 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 1966.
Safety & Crime
Halstead reports 205 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 46% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 308/100K.
Education
21.8% of adults in Halstead hold a bachelor's degree or higher (35% below the national average). 84.0% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.0/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Halstead has an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 33.1 inches.