Jetmore, KS

Kansas

Jetmore is a small town in Kansas with a population of 678. Residents earn $63,750 per year, which is 15% below the national average.

4.1 /5.0
A Great
678 Population 161/sq mi density
$63,750 Median Income $34,037 per capita
$83,600 Home Value $139,005 Zillow
$933 Median Rent
56°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.2 / 5.0
$63,750 median income, 2.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$83,600 home value, $933/mo rent
C+
Education
3.0 / 5.0
24.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $63,750
15% lower than US avg
Home Value $83,600
70% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 24.8%
26% lower than US avg
Median Rent $933
20% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.7%
14% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.2%
39% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.5%
64% lower than US avg

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

People

Population678
Median Age42.3 yrs
Density161/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 95%

Economy

A
Median Income$63,750
Per Capita$34,037
Unemployment2.2%
Poverty4.5%
County GDP$3,215M
Commute17 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$83,600
Rent$933
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$139,005

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity36.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.5%
Heart Disease5.1%

Climate

Avg Temp56°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain22.0 in/yr
Elevation2,457 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+24.8%
High School+94.8%
School Score5.80

Community

2024 VoteR 68% / D 30%
Commute17 min
Libraries3

Is Jetmore a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Jetmore 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, high health insurance coverage. Jetmore stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Jetmore is $63,750, 15% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.2%. Only 4.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Jetmore is $83,600, 70% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $933 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

24.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Jetmore enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 22.0 inches, including 19.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Jetmore has a population of 678 with a density of 161 people per square mile. The median age is 42.3 years, 9% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.5%).

Population

678
Total Population
161
People / sq mi
42.3yrs
Median Age
9% above US avg
4.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.8%
Female 52.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Jetmore vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.7%
23% above US avg
Spanish3.3%
75% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Jetmore vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Jetmore is $63,750, which is 15% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes.

Income: Jetmore vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$63,750
15% below US avg
Per Capita Income$34,037
Avg Weekly Wage$1,015
IRS Avg AGI$65,440

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.2%
39% below US avg
Poverty Rate4.5%
64% below US avg
Establishments (County)858
County GDP$3,215M

Business (County)

Restaurants89
Healthcare91
Retail117
Manufacturing25

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,668
33% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate5.58%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time16.7 min
Work from Home4.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Jetmore is $83,600, 70% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $933 (20% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $139,005.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$83,600
70% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$139,005

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$933
20% 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-Occupied75.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,668
33% above US avg
Effective Rate5.58%
In Jetmore, 36.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.5% report depression. 22.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.7%
14% above US avg
Diabetes8.6%
Heart Disease5.1%
High Blood Pressure29.9%
Asthma10.1%
COPD5.6%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.9%
Physical Inactivity22.9%
Depression21.5%
Mental Distress17.0%
Physical Distress11.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.0%
Checkup Rate74.4%
Premature Death8,381/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.9/10
Exercise Access82.8%
Healthcare Facilities91

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5
FEMA Disasters182

Safety Score

Jetmore has an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation is 22.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

33°F Jan (1°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average56.0°F
4% above US avg
January Average33°F (1°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall22.0 inches
42% below US avg
Snowfall19.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation2,457 ft (749 m)
Area4.2 sq mi (10.9 km²)
Population Density161/sq mi
Coordinates37.9866°N, 99.8847°W
County FIPS20057
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+. 24.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (26% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 38.4-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 68.3%
D 29.9%

Winner: Republican by 38.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+24.8%
26% below US avg
High School+94.8%
School Test Score5.80
C+ Education Grade (3.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 5Nonmetro — Urban 20K+
Population Density161/sq mi
Total Area4.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities91
Restaurants89
Retail Stores117

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5
FEMA Disaster Declarations182

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute16.7 min
Work from Home4.9%

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