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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
| English Only | 100.0% |
| 27% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $37,917 |
| 50% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $22,538 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $907 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $67,733 |
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 33.3% |
| 169% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 275 |
| County GDP | $615M |
| Restaurants | 16 |
| Healthcare | 24 |
| Retail | 37 |
| Manufacturing | 7 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $4,421 |
| 26% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 15.96% |
| Commute Time | 31.2 min |
| Drive Alone | 79.2% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |
| Census Median | $27,700 |
| 90% below US avg |
| Studio | $702 |
| 1 Bedroom | $753 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $947 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,223 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,397 |
| Owner-Occupied | 100.0% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $4,421 |
| 26% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 15.96% |
| Annual Average | 53.7°F |
| 1% below US avg | |
| January Average | 28°F (-2°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (26°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 29.1 inches |
| 24% below US avg | |
| Snowfall | 15.3 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 39.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 1,603 ft (489 m) |
| Area | 0.2 sq mi (0.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 310/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 39.2350°N, 98.3961°W |
| Timezone | America/Chicago |
| County FIPS | 20123 |
Winner: Republican by 65.6 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 20.9% |
| 38% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 100.0% |
| School Test Score | 5.80 |
| RUCC Code 9 | Nonmetro — Rural |
| Population Density | 310/sq mi |
| Total Area | 0.2 sq mi |
| Broadband Access | 31.0% |
| Public Libraries | 3 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 24 |
| Restaurants | 16 |
| Retail Stores | 37 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 1 |
| Avg Commute | 31.2 min |
| Drive Alone | 79.2% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |