Kinsley, KS

Kansas

Kinsley is a small town in Kansas with a population of 1,342. Residents earn $48,935 per year, which is 35% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
1,342 Population 1,032/sq mi density
$48,935 Median Income $30,138 per capita
$59,900 Home Value $77,645 Zillow
$739 Median Rent
56°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$48,935 median income, 3.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$59,900 home value, $739/mo rent
C+
Education
2.6 / 5.0
20.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $48,935
35% lower than US avg
Home Value $59,900
79% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 20.5%
39% lower than US avg
Median Rent $739
36% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.4%
23% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.2%
11% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 17.1%
38% higher than US avg

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

People

Population1,342
Median Age41.4 yrs
Density1,032/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 78%

Economy

B
Median Income$48,935
Per Capita$30,138
Unemployment3.2%
Poverty17.1%
County GDP$236M
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$59,900
Rent$739
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$77,645

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity39.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.6%
Heart Disease5.8%

Climate

Avg Temp56°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain26.8 in/yr
Elevation2,170 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+20.5%
High School+87.1%
School Score5.80

Community

2024 VoteR 82% / D 17%
Commute25 min
Libraries2

Is Kinsley a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Kinsley receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Kinsley offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Kinsley is $48,935, 35% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.2%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 17.1% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Kinsley is $59,900, 79% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $739 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

20.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Kinsley enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 26.8 inches, including 15.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Kinsley has a population of 1,342 with a density of 1,032 people per square mile. The median age is 41.4 years, 6% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (77.9%), with 5.9% Hispanic.

Population

1,342
Total Population
1,032
People / sq mi
41.4yrs
Median Age
6% above US avg
1.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.8%
Female 49.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Kinsley vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only74.9%
5% below US avg
Spanish25.1%
87% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Kinsley vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Kinsley is $48,935, which is 35% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 17.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: Kinsley vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$48,935
35% below US avg
Per Capita Income$30,138
Avg Weekly Wage$902
IRS Avg AGI$65,120

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.2%
11% below US avg
Poverty Rate17.1%
38% above US avg
Establishments (County)126
County GDP$236M

Business (County)

Restaurants6
Healthcare7
Retail9
Manufacturing7

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.8 min
Work from Home3.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Kinsley is $59,900, 79% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $739 (36% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $77,645.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$59,900
79% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$77,645

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$739
36% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$702
1 Bedroom$753
2 Bedrooms$947
3 Bedrooms$1,223
4 Bedrooms$1,397

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied77.2%

Property Tax

In Kinsley, 39.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.6% report depression. 29.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.4%
23% above US avg
Diabetes10.4%
Heart Disease5.8%
High Blood Pressure32.1%
Asthma10.3%
COPD6.9%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.3%
Physical Inactivity29.6%
Depression21.6%
Mental Distress17.9%
Physical Distress13.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.8%
Checkup Rate73.7%
Premature Death25,238/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.0/10
Exercise Access54.3%
Healthcare Facilities7

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Kinsley has an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 26.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

32°F Jan (0°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average55.5°F
3% above US avg
January Average32°F (0°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall26.8 inches
30% below US avg
Snowfall15.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation2,170 ft (661 m)
Area1.3 sq mi (3.4 km²)
Population Density1,032/sq mi
Coordinates37.9224°N, 99.4114°W
County FIPS20047
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 20.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (39% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 65.3-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 82.1%
D 16.8%

Winner: Republican by 65.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+20.5%
39% below US avg
High School+87.1%
School Test Score5.80
C+ Education Grade (2.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density1,032/sq mi
Total Area1.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities7
Restaurants6
Retail Stores9

Safety & Disasters

FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.8 min
Work from Home3.3%

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