Kanopolis, KS

Kansas

Kanopolis is a small town in Kansas with a population of 567. Residents earn $53,750 per year, which is 28% below the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
567 Population 481/sq mi density
$53,750 Median Income $28,878 per capita
$85,600 Home Value $102,228 Zillow
N/A Median Rent
55°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.0 / 5.0
$53,750 median income, 1.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$85,600 home value
D
Education
2.0 / 5.0
12.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $53,750
28% lower than US avg
Home Value $85,600
70% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 12.0%
64% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.0%
21% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.5%
58% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.8%
45% lower than US avg

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

People

Population567
Median Age45.6 yrs
Density481/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 93%

Economy

A
Median Income$53,750
Per Capita$28,878
Unemployment1.5%
Poverty6.8%
County GDP$310M
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$85,600
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$102,228

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity39.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression20.5%
Heart Disease5.2%

Climate

Avg Temp55°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain30.8 in/yr
Elevation1,579 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+12.0%
High School+88.7%
School Score5.80

Community

2024 VoteR 75% / D 23%
Commute25 min
Libraries3

Is Kanopolis a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Kanopolis receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Kanopolis offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Kanopolis is $53,750, 28% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.5%. Only 6.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Kanopolis is $85,600, 70% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

12.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Kanopolis experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 30.8 inches, including 16.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Kanopolis has a population of 567 with a density of 481 people per square mile. The median age is 45.6 years, 17% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (93.3%).

Population

567
Total Population
481
People / sq mi
45.6yrs
Median Age
17% above US avg
1.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 54%
Female 46%

Race & Ethnicity

Kanopolis vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.4%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.6%
81% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Kanopolis vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Kanopolis is $53,750, which is 28% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 6.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: Kanopolis vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$53,750
28% below US avg
Per Capita Income$28,878
Avg Weekly Wage$955
IRS Avg AGI$64,641

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.5%
58% below US avg
Poverty Rate6.8%
45% below US avg
Establishments (County)188
County GDP$310M

Business (County)

Restaurants15
Healthcare18
Retail23
Manufacturing6

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,583
2% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.19%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.0 min
Work from Home5.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Kanopolis is $85,600, 70% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $102,228.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$85,600
70% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$102,228

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied92.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,583
2% above US avg
Effective Rate4.19%
In Kanopolis, 39.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 20.5% report depression. 25.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.0%
21% above US avg
Diabetes9.2%
Heart Disease5.2%
High Blood Pressure30.6%
Asthma9.6%
COPD5.7%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.3%
Physical Inactivity25.1%
Depression20.5%
Mental Distress16.5%
Physical Distress11.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.6%
Checkup Rate74.0%
Premature Death8,284/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.8/10
Exercise Access61.5%
Healthcare Facilities18

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Kanopolis has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation is 30.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average54.7°F
1% above US avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall30.8 inches
19% below US avg
Snowfall16.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,579 ft (481 m)
Area1.2 sq mi (3.1 km²)
Population Density481/sq mi
Coordinates38.7081°N, 98.1581°W
County FIPS20053
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 12.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (64% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 52.3-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 75.3%
D 23.1%

Winner: Republican by 52.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+12.0%
64% below US avg
High School+88.7%
School Test Score5.80
D Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density481/sq mi
Total Area1.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities18
Restaurants15
Retail Stores23

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.0 min
Work from Home5.1%

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