Kansas, AL

Alabama · Metropolitan Area

Kansas is a small town in Alabama with a population of 128. Residents earn $46,875 per year, which is 38% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
128 Population 125/sq mi density
$46,875 Median Income $26,313 per capita
$57,100 Home Value
$758 Median Rent 22.5% income on rent
61°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.5 / 5.0
$46,875 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$57,100 home value, $758/mo rent
D
Education
1.7 / 5.0
9.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $46,875
38% lower than US avg
Home Value $57,100
80% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 9.2%
73% lower than US avg
Median Rent $758
35% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.7%
17% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 13.9%
12% higher than US avg

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

People

Population128
Median Age56.0 yrs
Density125/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 94%
Veterans11.5%

Economy

B+
Median Income$46,875
Per Capita$26,313
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty13.9%
County GDP$2,568M
Commute45 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$57,100
Rent$758
Ownership85.7%
Rent Burden22.5%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity37.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression30.3%
Heart Disease7.8%

Climate

Avg Temp61°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain64.1 in/yr
Elevation482 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+9.2%
High School+82.7%
School Score4.40

Community

2024 VoteR 86% / D 14%
Commute45 min
Broadband63.0%
Libraries4

Is Kansas a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Kansas receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, long commute times. Kansas offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Kansas is $46,875, 38% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 13.9% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 45 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Kansas is $57,100, 80% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $758 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

9.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 82.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Kansas enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F. Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 64.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Kansas has a population of 128 with a density of 125 people per square mile. The median age is 56.0 years, 44% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (93.8%).

Population

128
Total Population
125
People / sq mi
56.0yrs
Median Age
44% above US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.6%
Female 48.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Kansas vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Kansas vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Kansas is $46,875, which is 38% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 13.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 45 minutes.

Income: Kansas vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$46,875
38% below US avg
Per Capita Income$26,313
Avg Weekly Wage$936
IRS Avg AGI$83,209

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate13.9%
12% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,536
County GDP$2,568M

Business (County)

Restaurants108
Healthcare189
Retail251
Manufacturing54

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,236
36% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.92%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time44.6 min
Drive Alone88.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Kansas is $57,100, 80% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $758 (35% below US avg). 85.7% of homes are owner-occupied.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$57,100
80% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$758
35% below US avg
Rent Burden22.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$716
1 Bedroom$772
2 Bedrooms$936
3 Bedrooms$1,206
4 Bedrooms$1,381

Ownership & Property

Homeownership85.7%
Owner-Occupied85.7%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,236
36% below US avg
Effective Rate3.92%
In Kansas, 37.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 30.3% report depression. 34.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.7%
17% above US avg
Diabetes13.6%
Heart Disease7.8%
High Blood Pressure40.6%
Asthma11.2%
COPD10.8%
Stroke4.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking14.7%
Physical Inactivity34.5%
Depression30.3%
Mental Distress22.2%
Physical Distress17.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.7%
Checkup Rate77.2%
Premature Death18,377/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.8/10
Exercise Access42.1%
Healthcare Facilities189

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)14
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Kansas has an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 64.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

41°F Jan (5°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average60.9°F
13% above US avg
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall64.1 inches
69% above US avg
Snowfall0.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation482 ft (147 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.6 km²)
Population Density125/sq mi
Coordinates33.9028°N, 87.5566°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS01127
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 9.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (73% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 71.8-point margin. 63.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 85.6%
D 13.8%

Winner: Republican by 71.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+9.2%
73% below US avg
High School+82.7%
School Test Score4.40
D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density125/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access63.0%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities189
Restaurants108
Retail Stores251

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)14
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute44.6 min
Drive Alone88.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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