Kansas · Metropolitan Area
Junction City is a small city in Kansas with a population of 22,431. Residents earn $60,317 per year, which is 20% below the national average.
Based on current data, Junction City receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates. Junction City offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in Junction City is $60,317, 20% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.1%, indicating a healthy job market. 14.1% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
The median home value in Junction City is $162,500, 42% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,019 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
The violent crime rate of 500 per 100,000 is above the national average of 380 — something for prospective residents to consider. Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,276 per 100,000, near the national average.
23.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.
Junction City experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 32.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.
| English Only | 84.3% |
| 7% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 15.7% |
| 17% above US avg |
| Median HH Income | $60,317 |
| 20% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $29,221 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $978 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $52,433 |
| Unemployment | 3.1% |
| 14% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 14.1% |
| 14% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 744 |
| County GDP | $3,747M |
| Restaurants | 75 |
| Healthcare | 51 |
| Retail | 92 |
| Manufacturing | 13 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $4,313 |
| 23% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.65% |
| Commute Time | 19.7 min |
| Work from Home | 4.5% |
| Census Median | $162,500 |
| 42% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $205,067 |
| Median List Price | $255,000 |
| Median List Price | $255,000 |
| $/Sq Ft | $151 |
| Homes Sold | 26 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 0.0% |
| Price Drops | 15.7% |
| Inventory | 89 |
| Census Median Rent | $1,019 |
| 12% below US avg | |
| Zillow Rent (ZORI) | $1,229 |
| Studio | $702 |
| 1 Bedroom | $753 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $947 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,223 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,397 |
| Owner-Occupied | 49.0% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $4,313 |
| 23% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 2.65% |
| Obesity | 35.6% |
| 11% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 11.9% |
| Heart Disease | 6.0% |
| High Blood Pressure | 35.0% |
| Asthma | 10.7% |
| COPD | 6.9% |
| Stroke | 3.5% |
| Binge Drinking | 15.2% |
| Physical Inactivity | 31.4% |
| Depression | 20.6% |
| Mental Distress | 18.2% |
| Physical Distress | 13.7% |
| Insurance Rate | 90.9% |
| Checkup Rate | 76.6% |
| Premature Death | 12,127/100K |
| Food Environment | 6.4/10 |
| Exercise Access | 79.0% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 51 |
| Total Violent | 500.3/100K |
| 32% above US avg | |
| Murder | 7.8/100K |
| 23% above US avg | |
| Rape | 65.9/100K |
| Robbery | 46.5/100K |
| Assault | 380.1/100K |
| Total Property | 2,276.4/100K |
| 16% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 391.7/100K |
| Theft | 1,772.3/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 112.5/100K |
| Arson | 38.8/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 4 |
| FEMA Disasters | 91 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 54.7°F |
| 1% above US avg | |
| January Average | 29°F (-2°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 32.9 inches |
| 13% below US avg |
| AQI Median | 39.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 1,224 ft (373 m) |
| Area | 11.6 sq mi (29.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,942/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 39.0272°N, 96.8523°W |
| County FIPS | 20061 |
Winner: Republican by 17.6 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 23.2% |
| 31% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 91.8% |
| School Test Score | 5.80 |
| RUCC Code 3 | Metro — under 250K |
| Population Density | 1,942/sq mi |
| Total Area | 11.6 sq mi |
| Public Libraries | 1 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 51 |
| Restaurants | 75 |
| Retail Stores | 92 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 4 |
| FEMA Disaster Declarations | 91 |
| Avg Commute | 19.7 min |
| Work from Home | 4.5% |