Ingalls, KS

Kansas

Ingalls is a small town in Kansas with a population of 305. Residents earn $78,594 per year, which is 5% above the national average.

4.1 /5.0
A Great
305 Population 1,173/sq mi density
$78,594 Median Income $34,550 per capita
$73,900 Home Value $266,862 Zillow
$1,250 Median Rent 20.6% income on rent
55°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.6 / 5.0
$78,594 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$73,900 home value, $1,250/mo rent
C+
Education
2.7 / 5.0
21.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $78,594
5% higher than US avg
Home Value $73,900
74% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 21.3%
37% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,250
7% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.6%
26% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population305
Median Age31.9 yrs
Density1,173/mi²
Male / Female57% / 43%
Largest GroupWhite 88%

Economy

A+
Median Income$78,594
Per Capita$34,550
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$997M
Commute16 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$73,900
Rent$1,250
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$266,862
Rent Burden20.6%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity40.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression20.7%
Heart Disease5.2%

Climate

Avg Temp55°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain21.6 in/yr
Elevation2,679 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+21.3%
High School+88.1%
School Score5.80

Community

2024 VoteR 84% / D 15%
Commute16 min
Broadband96.0%
Libraries4

Is Ingalls a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Ingalls receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Ingalls stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Ingalls is $78,594, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Ingalls is $73,900, 74% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,250 per month. At just 0.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

21.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Ingalls experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 21.6 inches, including 17.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Ingalls has a population of 305 with a density of 1,173 people per square mile. The median age is 31.9 years, 18% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (87.9%), with 4.9% Hispanic.

Population

305
Total Population
1,173
People / sq mi
31.9yrs
Median Age
18% below US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 57.4%
Female 42.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Ingalls vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only65.4%
17% below US avg
Spanish34.6%
158% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Ingalls vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Ingalls is $78,594, which is 5% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes.

Income: Ingalls vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$78,594
5% above US avg
Per Capita Income$34,550
Avg Weekly Wage$1,000
IRS Avg AGI$80,968

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)310
County GDP$997M

Business (County)

Restaurants15
Healthcare9
Retail26
Manufacturing7

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,767
36% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate6.45%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time15.8 min
Work from Home3.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Ingalls is $73,900, 74% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,250 (7% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $266,862.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$73,900
74% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$266,862

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,250
7% above US avg
Rent Burden20.6%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$702
1 Bedroom$753
2 Bedrooms$947
3 Bedrooms$1,223
4 Bedrooms$1,397

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied77.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,767
36% above US avg
Effective Rate6.45%
In Ingalls, 40.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 20.7% report depression. 27.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.6%
26% above US avg
Diabetes10.2%
Heart Disease5.2%
High Blood Pressure30.2%
Asthma9.8%
COPD5.8%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.1%
Physical Inactivity27.5%
Depression20.7%
Mental Distress16.6%
Physical Distress12.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate90.0%
Checkup Rate73.6%
Premature Death7,692/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.4/10
Exercise Access68.9%
Healthcare Facilities9

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Ingalls has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation is 21.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

32°F Jan (-0°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average55.2°F
2% above US avg
January Average32°F (-0°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall21.6 inches
43% below US avg
Snowfall17.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation2,679 ft (817 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.7 km²)
Population Density1,173/sq mi
Coordinates37.8286°N, 100.4533°W
County FIPS20069
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 21.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (37% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 69-point margin. 96.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 83.8%
D 14.8%

Winner: Republican by 69 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+21.3%
37% below US avg
High School+88.1%
School Test Score5.80
C+ Education Grade (2.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density1,173/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access96.0%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities9
Restaurants15
Retail Stores26

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute15.8 min
Work from Home3.8%

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