Horace, KS

Kansas

Horace is a small town in Kansas with a population of 77. Residents earn $63,750 per year, which is 15% below the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
77 Population 308/sq mi density
$63,750 Median Income $26,865 per capita
$46,500 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
52°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.0 / 5.0
$63,750 median income, 1.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$46,500 home value
C
Education
2.4 / 5.0
17.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $63,750
15% lower than US avg
Home Value $46,500
84% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 17.0%
50% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.6%
14% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.6%
56% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 11.7%
6% lower than US avg

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

People

Population77
Median Age42.8 yrs
Density308/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 96%
Veterans60.0%

Economy

A
Median Income$63,750
Per Capita$26,865
Unemployment1.6%
Poverty11.7%
County GDP$281M
Commute32 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$46,500
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity36.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression20.9%
Heart Disease5.4%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain18.4 in/yr
Elevation3,641 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+17.0%
High School+96.2%
School Score5.80

Community

2024 VoteR 86% / D 13%
Commute32 min
Broadband34.0%
Libraries1

Is Horace a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Horace receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Horace offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Horace is $63,750, 15% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.6%. 11.7% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Horace is $46,500, 84% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 0.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

17.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 96.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Horace experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 18.4 inches, including 21.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Horace has a population of 77 with a density of 308 people per square mile. The median age is 42.8 years, 10% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.1%).

Population

77
Total Population
308
People / sq mi
42.8yrs
Median Age
10% above US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.4%
Female 50.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Horace vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only91.3%
16% above US avg
Spanish8.7%
35% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Horace vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Horace is $63,750, which is 15% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 11.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Income: Horace vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$63,750
15% below US avg
Per Capita Income$26,865
Avg Weekly Wage$840
IRS Avg AGI$69,798

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.6%
56% below US avg
Poverty Rate11.7%
6% below US avg
Establishments (County)76
County GDP$281M

Business (County)

Healthcare3
Retail9

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time32.1 min
Drive Alone48.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Horace is $46,500, 84% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$46,500
84% 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-Occupied97.1%

Property Tax

In Horace, 36.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 20.9% report depression. 23.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.6%
14% above US avg
Diabetes9.1%
Heart Disease5.4%
High Blood Pressure30.6%
Asthma9.8%
COPD5.8%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.2%
Physical Inactivity23.9%
Depression20.9%
Mental Distress16.7%
Physical Distress11.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate64.8%
Checkup Rate73.5%
Premature Death13,083/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.7/10
Healthcare Facilities3

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Horace has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 18.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average52.2°F
3% below US avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall18.4 inches
51% below US avg
Snowfall21.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation3,641 ft (1,110 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.6 km²)
Population Density308/sq mi
Coordinates38.4768°N, 101.7905°W
County FIPS20071
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 17.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (50% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 73.4-point margin. 34.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 86%
D 12.7%

Winner: Republican by 73.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+17.0%
50% below US avg
High School+96.2%
School Test Score5.80
C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density308/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access34.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities3
Retail Stores9

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute32.1 min
Drive Alone48.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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