Median Income
$39,500
47% lower than US avg
Home Value
$75,000
73% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
45.5%
35% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate
37.2%
16% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
7.7%
38% lower than US avg
How Kathryn Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population78
Median Age42.7 yrs
Density134/mi²
Male / Female37% / 63%
Largest GroupWhite 99%
Veterans55.0%
Economy
B+
Median Income$39,500
Per Capita$21,668
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty7.7%
County GDP$387M
Commute33 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$75,000
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity37.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression20.6%
Heart Disease5.1%
Climate
Avg Temp45°F
AQI38 (Good)
Rain23.6 in/yr
Elevation1,219 ft
Education
A+
Bachelor's+45.5%
High School+87.3%
School Score5.74
Community
2024 VoteR 63% / D 35%
Commute33 min
Broadband36.0%
Libraries2
Is Kathryn a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Kathryn receives an overall livability score of 4.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Kathryn stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Kathryn is $39,500, 47% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 7.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Kathryn is $75,000, 73% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
Educational attainment is solid, with 45.5% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 87.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.
Climate & Weather
Kathryn has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 13°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 23.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.
Kathryn has a population of 78 with a density of 134 people per square mile. The median age is 42.7 years, 10% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98.7%), with 1.3% Hispanic.
Population
42.7yrs
Median Age
10% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 90.2% |
| 15% above US avg |
| Spanish | 9.8% |
| 27% below US avg |
The median household income in Kathryn is $39,500, which is 47% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 7.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $39,500 |
| 47% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $21,668 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $956 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $77,955 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 7.7% |
| 38% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 259 |
| County GDP | $387M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 19 |
| Healthcare | 31 |
| Retail | 24 |
| Manufacturing | 7 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,800 |
| 9% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 5.07% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 32.7 min |
| Drive Alone | 91.7% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 8.3% |
The median home value in Kathryn is $75,000, 73% below the national average.
Home Values
| Census Median | $75,000 |
| 73% below US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $769 |
| 1 Bedroom | $795 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $965 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,297 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,588 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,800 |
| 9% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 5.07% |
In Kathryn, 37.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 20.6% report depression. 20.3% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Kathryn vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 37.2% |
| 16% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 8.2% |
| Heart Disease | 5.1% |
| High Blood Pressure | 29.2% |
| Asthma | 9.6% |
| COPD | 5.2% |
| Stroke | 2.6% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 26.0% |
| Physical Inactivity | 20.3% |
| Depression | 20.6% |
| Mental Distress | 14.4% |
| Physical Distress | 10.7% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 96.3% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 69.9% |
| Premature Death | 7,447/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 9.6/10 |
| Exercise Access | 63.6% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 31 |
Crime Rates: Kathryn vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 1 |
| FEMA Disasters | 91 |
Safety Score
Kathryn has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 13°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 23.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.
Temperature
13°F Jan (-11°C)
73°F Jul (23°C)
| Annual Average | 45.1°F |
| 16% below US avg |
| January Average | 13°F (-11°C) |
| July Average | 73°F (23°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 23.6 inches |
| 38% below US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 38.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,219 ft (372 m) |
| Area | 0.6 sq mi (1.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 134/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 46.6812°N, 97.9704°W |
| County FIPS | 38073 |