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Kansas is a small town in Ohio with a population of 175. Residents earn $51,492 per year, which is 31% below the national average.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
175 Population 398/sq mi density
$51,492 Median Income $19,094 per capita
$75,700 Home Value $168,915 Zillow
51°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.0 / 5.0
$51,492 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$75,700 home value
F
Education
1.4 / 5.0
5.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $51,492
31% lower than US avg
Home Value $75,700
73% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 5.5%
84% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.6%
14% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 25.7%
107% higher than US avg

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

People

Population175
Median Age30.4 yrs
Density398/mi²
Male / Female26% / 74%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans0.0%

Economy

B
Median Income$51,492
Per Capita$19,094
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty25.7%
County GDP$4,099M
Commute22 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$75,700
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$168,915
Housing Units87
Rent Burden26.4%

Health

Obesity36.6%
Uninsured9.1%
Smoking18.7%
Depression27.5%
Heart Disease5.7%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (11°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain34.9 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation729 ft (222 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+5.5%
High School+100.0%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.90

Community

2024 VoteR 65% / D 34%
Commute22 min
Broadband65.0%
Libraries5

Is Kansas a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Kansas receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. 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 $51,492, 31% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 25.7% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Kansas is $75,700, 73% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

5.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Kansas experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 34.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Kansas has a population of 175 with a density of 398 people per square mile. The median age is 30.4 years, 22% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

175
Total Population
398
People / sq mi
30.4yrs
Median Age
22% below US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 25.7%
Female 74.3%

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 $51,492, which is 31% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 25.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Income: Kansas vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$51,492
31% below US avg
Per Capita Income$19,094
Avg Weekly Wage$1,013
IRS Avg AGI$58,958

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate25.7%
107% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,468
County GDP$4,099M

Business (County)

Restaurants122
Healthcare162
Retail183
Manufacturing99

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,475
1% below US avg
Cost of Living92.80 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate4.59%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.6 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Kansas is $75,700, 73% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $168,915.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$75,700
73% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$168,915

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden26.4%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$816
1 Bedroom$873
2 Bedrooms$1,092
3 Bedrooms$1,388
4 Bedrooms$1,550

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied52.3%
Housing Units87
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,475
1% below US avg
Effective Rate4.59%
In Kansas, 36.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 9.1% of residents lack health insurance. 18.7% are current smokers. 27.5% report depression. 29.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.6%
14% above US avg
Diabetes10.9%
Heart Disease5.7%
High Blood Pressure31.7%
Asthma11.2%
COPD8.0%
Cancer7.6%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking18.7%
34% above US avg
Binge Drinking19.9%
Physical Inactivity29.8%
Depression27.5%
Mental Distress20.1%
Physical Distress14.4%
Short Sleep36.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Uninsured9.1%
6% above US avg
Primary Care1:3,262
Dentists1:1,833
Mental Health1:549
Checkup Rate75.6%
Dental Visits61.0%
Premature Death9,229/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.8/10
Exercise Access81.1%
Healthcare Facilities162
Kansas has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 34.9 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

27°F Jan (-3°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average50.9°F
6% below US avg
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall34.9 inches
8% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation729 ft (222 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (1.1 km²)
Population Density398/sq mi
Coordinates41.2452°N, 83.2839°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS39143
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 5.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (84% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 30.9-point margin. 65.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 65%
D 34.1%

Winner: Republican by 30.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+5.5%
84% below US avg
High School+100.0%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.90
F Education Grade (1.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density398/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access65.0%
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities162
Restaurants122
Retail Stores183

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.6 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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