Holton, KS

Kansas · Metropolitan Area

Holton is a small town in Kansas with a population of 3,384. Residents earn $51,390 per year, which is 32% below the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
3,384 Population 1,263/sq mi density
$51,390 Median Income $26,851 per capita
$143,400 Home Value $217,102 Zillow
$780 Median Rent
53°F Avg Temperature
214 Violent Crime/100K 1,746 property/100K
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.0 / 5.0
$51,390 median income, 1.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$143,400 home value, $780/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
214 violent crimes/100K (44% below avg)
C+
Education
2.8 / 5.0
22.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $51,390
32% lower than US avg
Home Value $143,400
49% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 214/100K
44% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 22.7%
33% lower than US avg
Median Rent $780
33% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.8%
18% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.1%
69% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.3%
65% lower than US avg

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

People

Population3,384
Median Age37.2 yrs
Density1,263/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 81%

Economy

A
Median Income$51,390
Per Capita$26,851
Unemployment1.1%
Poverty4.3%
County GDP$508M
Commute22 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$143,400
Rent$780
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$217,102

Crime

F
Violent214/100K
Property1,746/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault184/100K
Burglary460/100K

Health

Obesity37.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.3%
Heart Disease5.6%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain37.4 in/yr
Elevation1,064 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+22.7%
High School+87.7%
School Score5.80

Community

2024 VoteR 70% / D 28%
Commute22 min
EV Stations1
Libraries1

Is Holton a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Holton receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Holton offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Holton is $51,390, 32% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.1%. Only 4.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Holton is $143,400, 49% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $780 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Holton is below the national average at 214 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,746 per 100,000, near the national average.

Education

22.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Holton experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 37.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Holton has a population of 3,384 with a density of 1,263 people per square mile. The median age is 37.2 years, 4% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (80.6%), with 5.1% Hispanic, 2.3% Black.

Population

3,384
Total Population
1,263
People / sq mi
37.2yrs
Median Age
4% below US avg
2.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.9%
Female 51.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Holton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only90.1%
15% above US avg
Spanish9.9%
26% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Holton vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Holton is $51,390, which is 32% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Income: Holton vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$51,390
32% below US avg
Per Capita Income$26,851
Avg Weekly Wage$891
IRS Avg AGI$64,805

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.1%
69% below US avg
Poverty Rate4.3%
65% below US avg
Establishments (County)324
County GDP$508M

Business (County)

Restaurants20
Healthcare27
Retail40
Manufacturing9

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,724
6% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.60%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.9 min
Work from Home3.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Holton is $143,400, 49% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $780 (33% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $217,102.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$143,400
49% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$217,102
Median List Price$204,400

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$204,400
$/Sq Ft$135
Homes Sold5
Sale-to-List Ratio0.0%
Price Drops20.0%
Inventory10

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$780
33% 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-Occupied60.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,724
6% above US avg
Effective Rate2.60%
In Holton, 37.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.3% report depression. 26.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.8%
18% above US avg
Diabetes9.7%
Heart Disease5.6%
High Blood Pressure30.5%
Asthma10.6%
COPD6.7%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.8%
Physical Inactivity26.6%
Depression22.3%
Mental Distress18.1%
Physical Distress12.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate77.6%
Checkup Rate74.0%
Premature Death9,798/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.4/10
Exercise Access48.4%
Healthcare Facilities27
Holton has a violent crime rate of 214 per 100,000 residents, 44% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,746 per 100,000 (11% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent214.5/100K
44% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape30.6/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault183.8/100K

Property Crime

Total Property1,746.3/100K
11% below US avg
Burglary459.6/100K
Theft1,164.2/100K
Vehicle Theft122.6/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Holton has an average annual temperature of 53°F (11°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 37.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-3°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average52.5°F
3% below US avg
January Average26°F (-3°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall37.4 inches
2% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,064 ft (324 m)
Area2.7 sq mi (6.9 km²)
Population Density1,263/sq mi
Coordinates39.4699°N, 95.7326°W
County FIPS20085
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 22.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (33% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 42.6-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 70.4%
D 27.8%

Winner: Republican by 42.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+22.7%
33% below US avg
High School+87.7%
School Test Score5.80
C+ Education Grade (2.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density1,263/sq mi
Total Area2.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities27
Restaurants20
Retail Stores40

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.9 min
Work from Home3.3%

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