Kingman, KS

Kansas

Kingman is a small town in Kansas with a population of 3,003. Residents earn $56,655 per year, which is 25% below the national average.

3.0 /5.0
B Good
3,003 Population 836/sq mi density
$56,655 Median Income $29,674 per capita
$65,000 Home Value $139,257 Zillow
$792 Median Rent
56°F Avg Temperature
317 Violent Crime/100K 1,616 property/100K
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.7 / 5.0
$56,655 median income, 5.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$65,000 home value, $792/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
317 violent crimes/100K (17% below avg)
C
Education
2.3 / 5.0
16.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $56,655
25% lower than US avg
Home Value $65,000
77% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 317/100K
17% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 16.3%
52% lower than US avg
Median Rent $792
32% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.2%
25% higher than US avg
Unemployment 5.1%
42% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.0%
68% lower than US avg

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

People

Population3,003
Median Age40.0 yrs
Density836/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 92%

Economy

B+
Median Income$56,655
Per Capita$29,674
Unemployment5.1%
Poverty4.0%
County GDP$334M
Commute16 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$65,000
Rent$792
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$139,257

Crime

F
Violent317/100K
Property1,616/100K
Murder31.7/100K
Assault254/100K
Burglary539/100K

Health

Obesity40.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.1%
Heart Disease6.0%

Climate

Avg Temp56°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain33.2 in/yr
Elevation1,520 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+16.3%
High School+85.2%
School Score5.59

Community

2024 VoteR 79% / D 19%
Commute16 min
Libraries4

Is Kingman a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Kingman receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, 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 $56,655, 25% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.1% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 4.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Kingman is $65,000, 77% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $792 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Kingman is below the national average at 317 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,616 per 100,000, near the national average.

Education

16.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 85.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Kingman enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 33.2 inches, including 8.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Kingman has a population of 3,003 with a density of 836 people per square mile. The median age is 40.0 years, 3% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (92.4%), with 2.3% Hispanic.

Population

3,003
Total Population
836
People / sq mi
40.0yrs
Median Age
3% above US avg
3.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51%
Female 49%

Race & Ethnicity

Kingman vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.3%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.7%
80% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Kingman vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Kingman is $56,655, which is 25% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 4.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes.

Income: Kingman vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$56,655
25% below US avg
Per Capita Income$29,674
Avg Weekly Wage$917
IRS Avg AGI$60,761

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.1%
42% above US avg
Poverty Rate4.0%
68% below US avg
Establishments (County)254
County GDP$334M

Business (County)

Restaurants15
Healthcare21
Retail23
Manufacturing12

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,738
7% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate5.75%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time16.3 min
Work from Home2.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Kingman is $65,000, 77% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $792 (32% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $139,257.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$65,000
77% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$139,257

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$792
32% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$643
1 Bedroom$668
2 Bedrooms$877
3 Bedrooms$1,220
4 Bedrooms$1,470

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied59.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,738
7% above US avg
Effective Rate5.75%
In Kingman, 40.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 23.1% report depression. 28.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.2%
25% above US avg
Diabetes10.1%
Heart Disease6.0%
High Blood Pressure32.4%
Asthma10.7%
COPD7.5%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.6%
Physical Inactivity28.5%
Depression23.1%
Mental Distress19.0%
Physical Distress13.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate87.3%
Checkup Rate73.6%
Premature Death27,595/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.7/10
Exercise Access53.4%
Healthcare Facilities21
Kingman has a violent crime rate of 317 per 100,000 residents, 17% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,616 per 100,000 (18% below US avg). The murder rate is 31.7 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent317.0/100K
17% below US avg
Murder31.7/100K
403% above US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery31.7/100K
Assault253.6/100K

Property Crime

Total Property1,616.5/100K
18% below US avg
Burglary538.8/100K
Theft1,014.3/100K
Vehicle Theft63.4/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Kingman has an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 33.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

32°F Jan (-0°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average55.9°F
4% above US avg
January Average32°F (-0°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall33.2 inches
13% below US avg
Snowfall8.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,520 ft (463 m)
Area3.6 sq mi (9.3 km²)
Population Density836/sq mi
Coordinates37.6477°N, 98.1160°W
County FIPS20095
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 16.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (52% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 59.9-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 79%
D 19.1%

Winner: Republican by 59.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+16.3%
52% below US avg
High School+85.2%
School Test Score5.59
C Education Grade (2.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density836/sq mi
Total Area3.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities21
Restaurants15
Retail Stores23

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute16.3 min
Work from Home2.2%

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