Healy, KS

Kansas

Healy is a small town in Kansas with a population of 419. Residents earn $47,353 per year, which is 37% below the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
419 Population 121/sq mi density
$47,353 Median Income $27,968 per capita
$72,300 Home Value $135,317 Zillow
$625 Median Rent
54°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.9 / 5.0
$47,353 median income, 1.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$72,300 home value, $625/mo rent
C
Education
2.4 / 5.0
17.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $47,353
37% lower than US avg
Home Value $72,300
74% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 17.2%
49% lower than US avg
Median Rent $625
46% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.0%
15% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.2%
67% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population419
Median Age39.0 yrs
Density121/mi²
Male / Female47% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 94%

Economy

B+
Median Income$47,353
Per Capita$27,968
Unemployment1.2%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$174M
Commute16 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$72,300
Rent$625
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$135,317

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity37.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.2%
Heart Disease5.9%

Climate

Avg Temp54°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain22.4 in/yr
Elevation2,856 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+17.2%
High School+87.3%
School Score5.80

Community

2024 VoteR 84% / D 13%
Commute16 min
Libraries1

Is Healy a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Healy receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Healy offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Healy is $47,353, 37% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.2%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Healy is $72,300, 74% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $625 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

17.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Healy experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 22.4 inches, including 22.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Healy has a population of 419 with a density of 121 people per square mile. The median age is 39.0 years, 0% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (93.6%), with 3.3% Hispanic.

Population

419
Total Population
121
People / sq mi
39.0yrs
Median Age
0% below US avg
3.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.5%
Female 53.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Healy vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only94.0%
20% above US avg
Spanish6.0%
55% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Healy vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Healy is $47,353, which is 37% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes.

Income: Healy vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$47,353
37% below US avg
Per Capita Income$27,968
Avg Weekly Wage$905
IRS Avg AGI$70,331

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.2%
67% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)87
County GDP$174M

Business (County)

Restaurants4
Healthcare3
Retail10

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,100
40% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.90%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time16.3 min
Work from Home3.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Healy is $72,300, 74% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $625 (46% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $135,317.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$72,300
74% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$135,317

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$625
46% 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-Occupied67.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,100
40% below US avg
Effective Rate2.90%
In Healy, 37.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.2% report depression. 25.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.0%
15% above US avg
Diabetes10.0%
Heart Disease5.9%
High Blood Pressure31.6%
Asthma9.8%
COPD6.2%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.6%
Physical Inactivity25.7%
Depression21.2%
Mental Distress17.0%
Physical Distress12.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate70.6%
Checkup Rate73.8%
Premature Death10,671/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.0/10
Exercise Access68.9%
Healthcare Facilities3

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Healy has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 22.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

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

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall22.4 inches
41% below US avg
Snowfall22.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation2,856 ft (871 m)
Area3.5 sq mi (9.0 km²)
Population Density121/sq mi
Coordinates38.6030°N, 100.6176°W
County FIPS20101
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 17.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (49% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 70.9-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 84.1%
D 13.2%

Winner: Republican by 70.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+17.2%
49% below US avg
High School+87.3%
School Test Score5.80
C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density121/sq mi
Total Area3.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities3
Restaurants4
Retail Stores10

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute16.3 min
Work from Home3.0%

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