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Harper, KS
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Harper, KS
At a Glance
How Harper Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Harper's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Harper a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Harper residents earn a median household income of $58,839 , which is 22% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $29,174. The unemployment rate stands at 2.2% (39% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 7.9% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 224 business establishments, including 13 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Harper is $80,300 , 72% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $100,506. Median rent is $809/month, with 33.8% 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 1960.
Safety & Crime
Harper reports 666 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 75% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 2,577/100K.
Education
10.8% of adults in Harper hold a bachelor's degree or higher (68% below the national average). 83.4% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.9/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Harper has an average annual temperature of 58°F (14°C). Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. The area gets 317 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 33.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.