Kahoka, MO — City Data & Statistics

Median Income $35,993

52% lower than US avg

Home Value $94,800

66% lower than US avg

Violent Crime 49/100K

87% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 9.8%

71% lower than US avg

Median Rent $551

53% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 43.1%

34% higher than US avg

Unemployment 4.7%

31% higher than US avg

Poverty Rate 4.3%

65% lower than US avg

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

People

Population2,083

Median Age31.6 yrs

Density1,310/mi²

Male / Female56% / 44%

Largest GroupWhite 95%

Veterans8.0%

Economy

Median Income$35,993

Per Capita$17,626

Unemployment4.7%

Poverty4.3%

Commute23 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$94,800

Rent$551

OwnershipN/A

Zillow$147,579

Housing Units811

Rent Burden29.5%

Crime

Violent49/100K

Property197/100K

Murder0.0/100K

Assault0/100K

Burglary0/100K

Health

Obesity43.1%

Uninsured12.0%

Smoking23.9%

Depression28.6%

Heart Disease7.3%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)

AQI41 (Good)

Rain37.5 in/yr

Sunny Days268/yr

Elevation705 ft (215 m)

Education

Bachelor's+9.8%

High School+82.1%

Graduate+5.9%

School Score5.51

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%

Commute23 min

Broadband74.8%

Is Kahoka a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Kahoka receives an overall livability score of 2.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low crime rates, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Kahoka has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Kahoka is $35,993, 52% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.7%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 4.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Kahoka is $94,800, 66% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $551 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Kahoka is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 49 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 197 per 100,000, 90% below the national average.

Education

9.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 82.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Kahoka experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. With 268 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 37.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Kahoka has a population of 2,083 with a density of 1,310 people per square mile, spread across 1.6 square miles. The median age is 31.6 years, 19% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 43.9% female and 56.1% male. The city is predominantly White (94.8%), with 2.2% Hispanic. English is the primary language spoken at home by 98.1% of residents. 8.0% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 19.3% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 90.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

2,083

Total Population

1,310

People / sq mi

31.6yrs

Median Age

19% below US avg

1.6mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 56.1%

Female 43.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Kahoka vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	98.1%
	25% above US avg
Spanish	1.9%
	86% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Kahoka vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Kahoka is $35,993, which is 52% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $17,626 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 4.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 4.3% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 90.8, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 3.7% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Kahoka vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$35,993
	52% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$17,626

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	4.7%
	31% above US avg
Poverty Rate	4.3%
	65% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living


Cost of Living	90.80 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	22.9 min
Drive Alone	78.4%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	3.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Kahoka is $94,800, 66% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $147,579, higher than the Census estimate. Monthly rent averages $551 (53% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $775 for a one-bedroom to $970 for a two-bedroom apartment. There are 811 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1967. 29.5% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.6x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$94,800
	66% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$147,579

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$551
	53% below US avg
Rent Burden	29.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio	$732
1 Bedroom	$775
2 Bedrooms	$970
3 Bedrooms	$1,265
4 Bedrooms	$1,457

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied	58.5%
Housing Units	811
Median Year Built	1967

Property Tax

In Kahoka, 43.1% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 12.3% have diabetes (above the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 7.3% of residents, above the national average. 35.9% have high blood pressure. 23.9% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 17.1% report binge drinking. 36.0% are physically inactive, above the national average. 28.6% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 22.0% experience frequent mental distress. 12.0% of residents lack health insurance (above the 8.6% national rate).

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	43.1%
	34% above US avg
Diabetes	12.3%
Heart Disease	7.3%
High Blood Pressure	35.9%
Asthma	11.6%
COPD	10.8%
Cancer	7.5%
Stroke	4.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	23.9%
	71% above US avg
Binge Drinking	17.1%
Physical Inactivity	36.0%
Depression	28.6%
Mental Distress	22.0%
Physical Distress	17.5%
Short Sleep	41.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	90.0%
Uninsured	12.0%
	40% above US avg
Checkup Rate	75.2%
Dental Visits	53.5%

Food & Exercise

Kahoka has a violent crime rate of 49 per 100,000 residents, 87% below the national average of 380. This breaks down to aggravated assault at 0.0 per 100,000, robbery at 0.0, rape at 49.1. The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000 (below the national rate of 6.3). Property crime stands at 197 per 100,000, 90% below the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 197, burglary at 0, vehicle theft at 0 per 100,000 residents. Overall, Kahoka receives a safety grade of F.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent	49.1/100K
	87% below US avg
Murder	0.0/100K
	100% below US avg
Rape	49.1/100K
Robbery	0.0/100K
Assault	0.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property	196.6/100K
	90% below US avg
Burglary	0.0/100K
Theft	196.6/100K
Vehicle Theft	0.0/100K
Arson	0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Safety Grade	F
Safety Score	1.0 / 5.0

Kahoka experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. The area gets 268 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 — making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 37.5 inches. The area receives 4.7 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41. The city sits at an elevation of 705 feet.

Temperature

23°F Jan (-5°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)

Annual Average	51.7°F
	4% below US avg
January Average	23°F (-5°C)
July Average	77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days	268 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	37.5 inches
	1% below US avg
Snowfall	4.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	41.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	705 ft (215 m)
Area	1.6 sq mi (4.1 km²)
Population Density	1,310/sq mi
Coordinates	40.4203°N, 91.7196°W
Timezone	America/Chicago

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	23°F (-5°C)	1.5 in	Coldest
February	29°F (-2°C)	1.2 in	Driest
March	41°F (5°C)	2.8 in
April	52°F (11°C)	3.5 in
May	63°F (17°C)	4.2 in
June	72°F (22°C)	3.9 in
July	77°F (25°C)	4.6 in	Warmest, Wettest
August	74°F (24°C)	3.8 in
September	66°F (19°C)	4.5 in
October	55°F (13°C)	3.1 in
November	41°F (5°C)	2.6 in
December	29°F (-2°C)	2.0 in

Kahoka has a seasonal temperature swing of 53°F — from 23°F in January to 77°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 37.5 inches, with July being the wettest month (4.6") and February the driest (1.2").

9.8% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 71% below the national average of 33.7%. 82.1% have completed high school. 5.9% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 5.5 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 76.6% of the vote, a 54.2-point margin. 74.8% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate). 78.4% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 76.6%

D 22.4%

Winner: Republican by 54.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	9.8%
	71% below US avg
High School+	82.1%
Graduate Degree+	5.9%
School Test Score	5.51

D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density	1,310/sq mi
Total Area	1.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	74.8%

Safety & Disasters

F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	22.9 min
Drive Alone	78.4%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	3.7%

Frequently Asked Questions About Kahoka

What is the population of Kahoka?

Kahoka has a population of 2,083 residents and is located in Missouri. The population density is 1,310 people per square mile, spread across 1.6 square miles. The median age of residents is 31.6 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 43.9% female and 56.1% male.

Is Kahoka expensive to live in?

Kahoka is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 90.8 — below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $35,993, 52% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $94,800 (66% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $551 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.6x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Kahoka safe?

Kahoka is considered a very safe city with a violent crime rate of 49 per 100,000 residents, well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 197 per 100,000 (below the national average). Overall, Kahoka receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Kahoka?

Kahoka has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 23°F in January, while summers reach an average of 77°F in July. The area receives 268 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 37.5 inches, with 4.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 41.

How is the job market in Kahoka?

Kahoka has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.7%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average commute time is 23 minutes, and 3.7% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Kahoka?

The median home value in Kahoka is $94,800. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $147,579. For renters, the median monthly rent is $551. Fair market rent is $775 for a 1-bedroom and $970 for a 2-bedroom apartment.

How are the schools in Kahoka?

Schools in Kahoka score 5.5 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 9.8% of adults in Kahoka hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 82.1% have completed high school. 5.9% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Kahoka?

The obesity rate in Kahoka is 43.1% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 23.9% of adults are smokers. 36.0% are physically inactive. 28.6% of residents report depression. 12.0% lack health insurance (above the national rate).

What is transportation like in Kahoka?

The average commute in Kahoka is 23 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 78.4% of workers drive alone to work, and 3.7% work from home.

What are the demographics of Kahoka?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Kahoka is 94.8% White, 2.2% Hispanic or Latino. 98.1% of residents speak only English at home. 8.0% of the population are military veterans. 19.3% of residents have a disability. 90.0% have health insurance coverage.

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