Hoyt, KS

Kansas · Metropolitan Area

Hoyt is a small town in Kansas with a population of 759. Residents earn $67,438 per year, which is 10% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
759 Population 1,615/sq mi density
$67,438 Median Income $36,255 per capita
$136,100 Home Value $280,720 Zillow
$950 Median Rent
55°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$67,438 median income, 5.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$136,100 home value, $950/mo rent
C
Education
2.3 / 5.0
16.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $67,438
10% lower than US avg
Home Value $136,100
52% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 16.5%
51% lower than US avg
Median Rent $950
18% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.6%
17% higher than US avg
Unemployment 5.9%
64% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.7%
30% lower than US avg

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

People

Population759
Median Age45.9 yrs
Density1,615/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 92%

Economy

B+
Median Income$67,438
Per Capita$36,255
Unemployment5.9%
Poverty8.7%
County GDP$508M
Commute22 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$136,100
Rent$950
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$280,720

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity37.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.3%
Heart Disease5.4%

Climate

Avg Temp55°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain37.3 in/yr
Elevation1,164 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+16.5%
High School+92.6%
School Score5.80

Community

2024 VoteR 70% / D 28%
Commute22 min
Libraries1

Is Hoyt a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Hoyt receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Hoyt offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Hoyt is $67,438, 10% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.9% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 8.7% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Hoyt is $136,100, 52% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $950 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

16.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Hoyt experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 37.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Hoyt has a population of 759 with a density of 1,615 people per square mile. The median age is 45.9 years, 18% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (92%), with 6.3% Hispanic.

Population

759
Total Population
1,615
People / sq mi
45.9yrs
Median Age
18% above US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.8%
Female 47.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Hoyt vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.9%
23% above US avg
Spanish3.1%
77% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Hoyt vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Hoyt is $67,438, which is 10% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 8.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Income: Hoyt vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$67,438
10% below US avg
Per Capita Income$36,255
Avg Weekly Wage$891
IRS Avg AGI$64,805

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.9%
64% above US avg
Poverty Rate8.7%
30% 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 Rate2.74%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.0 min
Work from Home11.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Hoyt is $136,100, 52% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $950 (18% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $280,720.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$136,100
52% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$280,720

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$950
18% 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-Occupied72.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,724
6% above US avg
Effective Rate2.74%
In Hoyt, 37.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.3% report depression. 25.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.6%
17% above US avg
Diabetes9.5%
Heart Disease5.4%
High Blood Pressure30.2%
Asthma10.6%
COPD6.2%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.5%
Physical Inactivity25.0%
Depression22.3%
Mental Distress18.1%
Physical Distress12.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.8%
Checkup Rate74.2%
Premature Death9,798/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.4/10
Exercise Access48.4%
Healthcare Facilities27

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Safety Score

Hoyt has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 37.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

29°F Jan (-2°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average54.9°F
2% above US avg
January Average29°F (-2°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall37.3 inches
2% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,164 ft (355 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.2 km²)
Population Density1,615/sq mi
Coordinates39.2494°N, 95.7079°W
County FIPS20085
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 16.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (51% 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+16.5%
51% below US avg
High School+92.6%
School Test Score5.80
C Education Grade (2.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density1,615/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities27
Restaurants20
Retail Stores40

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.0 min
Work from Home11.3%

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