Hunter, KS

Kansas

Hunter is a small town in Kansas with a population of 65. Residents earn $37,917 per year, which is 50% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
65 Population 310/sq mi density
$37,917 Median Income $22,538 per capita
$27,700 Home Value
54°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.6 / 5.0
$37,917 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$27,700 home value
C+
Education
2.7 / 5.0
20.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $37,917
50% lower than US avg
Home Value $27,700
90% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 20.9%
38% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 33.3%
169% higher than US avg

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

People

Population65
Median Age29.9 yrs
Density310/mi²
Male / Female40% / 60%
Largest GroupWhite 89%
Veterans51.0%

Economy

C+
Median Income$37,917
Per Capita$22,538
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty33.3%
County GDP$615M
Commute31 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$27,700
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Climate

Avg Temp54°F (12°C)
AQI39 (Good)
Rain29.1 in/yr
Elevation1,603 ft (489 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+20.9%
High School+100.0%
School Score5.80

Community

2024 VoteR 82% / D 17%
Commute31 min
Broadband31.0%
Libraries3

Is Hunter a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Hunter receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Hunter offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Hunter is $37,917, 50% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 33.3% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Hunter is $27,700, 90% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 0.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

20.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Hunter experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 29.1 inches, including 15.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Hunter has a population of 65 with a density of 310 people per square mile. The median age is 29.9 years, 23% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (89.2%).

Population

65
Total Population
310
People / sq mi
29.9yrs
Median Age
23% below US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 40%
Female 60%

Race & Ethnicity

Hunter vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Hunter vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Hunter is $37,917, which is 50% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 33.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Income: Hunter vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$37,917
50% below US avg
Per Capita Income$22,538
Avg Weekly Wage$907
IRS Avg AGI$67,733

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate33.3%
169% above US avg
Establishments (County)275
County GDP$615M

Business (County)

Restaurants16
Healthcare24
Retail37
Manufacturing7

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,421
26% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate15.96%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time31.2 min
Drive Alone79.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Hunter is $27,700, 90% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$27,700
90% 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-Occupied100.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,421
26% above US avg
Effective Rate15.96%
Hunter has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation is 29.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

28°F Jan (-2°C) 80°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average53.7°F
1% below US avg
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average80°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall29.1 inches
24% below US avg
Snowfall15.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,603 ft (489 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.5 km²)
Population Density310/sq mi
Coordinates39.2350°N, 98.3961°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS20123
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 20.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (38% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 65.6-point margin. 31.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 82.2%
D 16.7%

Winner: Republican by 65.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+20.9%
38% below US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score5.80
C+ Education Grade (2.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density310/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access31.0%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities24
Restaurants16
Retail Stores37

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute31.2 min
Drive Alone79.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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