Kingman, IN

Indiana · Metropolitan Area

Kingman is a small town in Indiana with a population of 575. Residents earn $30,139 per year, which is 60% below the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
575 Population 871/sq mi density
$30,139 Median Income $25,140 per capita
$105,100 Home Value $176,682 Zillow
$712 Median Rent
52°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.0 / 5.0
$30,139 median income, 0.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.7 / 5.0
$105,100 home value, $712/mo rent
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
9.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $30,139
60% lower than US avg
Home Value $105,100
63% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 9.5%
72% lower than US avg
Median Rent $712
39% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 43.0%
34% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.6%
83% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 16.6%
34% higher than US avg

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

People

Population575
Median Age44.8 yrs
Density871/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 95%

Economy

B
Median Income$30,139
Per Capita$25,140
Unemployment0.6%
Poverty16.6%
County GDP$1,134M
Commute17 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$105,100
Rent$712
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$176,682

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity43.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.2%
Heart Disease6.6%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain47.4 in/yr
Elevation703 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+9.5%
High School+85.9%
School Score6.01

Community

2024 VoteR 71% / D 27%
Commute17 min
Libraries2

Is Kingman a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Kingman receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Kingman offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Kingman is $30,139, 60% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.6%. The poverty rate of 16.6% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Kingman is $105,100, 63% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $712 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.5x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

9.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 85.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 6/10.

Climate & Weather

Kingman experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 47.4 inches, including 13.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Kingman has a population of 575 with a density of 871 people per square mile. The median age is 44.8 years, 15% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.6%), with 2.1% Hispanic.

Population

575
Total Population
871
People / sq mi
44.8yrs
Median Age
15% above US avg
0.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.6%
Female 50.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Kingman vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.6%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.4%
97% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Kingman vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Kingman is $30,139, which is 60% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 16.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes.

Income: Kingman vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$30,139
60% below US avg
Per Capita Income$25,140
Avg Weekly Wage$1,124
IRS Avg AGI$59,038

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.6%
83% below US avg
Poverty Rate16.6%
34% above US avg
Establishments (County)294
County GDP$1,134M

Business (County)

Restaurants28
Healthcare24
Retail47
Manufacturing13

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,750
21% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.62%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time17.0 min
Work from Home2.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Kingman is $105,100, 63% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $712 (39% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $176,682.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$105,100
63% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$176,682

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$712
39% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$816
1 Bedroom$882
2 Bedrooms$1,096
3 Bedrooms$1,391
4 Bedrooms$1,590

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied43.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,750
21% below US avg
Effective Rate2.62%
In Kingman, 43.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.2% report depression. 27.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity43.0%
34% above US avg
Diabetes11.7%
Heart Disease6.6%
High Blood Pressure35.7%
Asthma11.6%
COPD8.8%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.2%
Physical Inactivity27.7%
Depression27.2%
Mental Distress20.2%
Physical Distress15.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.8%
Checkup Rate76.5%
Premature Death10,157/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.8/10
Exercise Access55.6%
Healthcare Facilities24

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Safety Score

Kingman has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 47.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

27°F Jan (-3°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average52.0°F
4% below US avg
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall47.4 inches
25% above US avg
Snowfall13.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation703 ft (214 m)
Area0.7 sq mi (1.7 km²)
Population Density871/sq mi
Coordinates39.9664°N, 87.2782°W
County FIPS18165
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 9.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (72% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 44.7-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 71.3%
D 26.6%

Winner: Republican by 44.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+9.5%
72% below US avg
High School+85.9%
School Test Score6.01
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density871/sq mi
Total Area0.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities24
Restaurants28
Retail Stores47

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute17.0 min
Work from Home2.2%

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