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Hugoton, KS
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Hugoton, KS
At a Glance
How Hugoton Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Hugoton's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Hugoton a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Hugoton residents earn a median household income of $60,437 , which is 20% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $24,718. The unemployment rate stands at 3.4% (6% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 5.5% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 205 business establishments, including 14 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Hugoton is $118,400 , 58% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $159,479. Median rent is $925/month, with 25.7% 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 1970.
Safety & Crime
Hugoton reports 50 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 87% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 275/100K. The murder rate is 0.0/100K.
Education
15.9% of adults in Hugoton hold a bachelor's degree or higher (53% below the national average). 69.4% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.1/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Hugoton has an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. The area gets 330 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 19.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.