Kansas
Kiowa is a small town in Kansas with a population of 780. Residents earn $62,031 per year, which is 17% below the national average.
Based on current data, Kiowa receives an overall livability score of 4.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Kiowa stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
The median household income in Kiowa is $62,031, 17% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.7%. 13.2% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 12 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
The median home value in Kiowa is $69,500, 75% 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 1.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Educational attainment is solid, with 35.0% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 97.2% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.2/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.
Kiowa enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F. Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 30.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.
| English Only | 99.6% |
| 27% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 0.4% |
| 97% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $62,031 |
| 17% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $38,059 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $858 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $60,722 |
| Unemployment | 1.7% |
| 53% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 13.2% |
| 6% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 210 |
| County GDP | $229M |
| Restaurants | 11 |
| Healthcare | 16 |
| Retail | 25 |
| Manufacturing | 6 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,871 |
| 18% below US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 4.13% |
| Commute Time | 12.3 min |
| Work from Home | 0.9% |
| Census Median | $69,500 |
| 75% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $66,179 |
| Census Median Rent | $739 |
| 36% below US avg |
| Studio | $643 |
| 1 Bedroom | $668 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $877 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,088 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,161 |
| Owner-Occupied | 83.3% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,871 |
| 18% below US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 4.13% |
| Obesity | 36.3% |
| 13% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 8.7% |
| Heart Disease | 5.2% |
| High Blood Pressure | 30.1% |
| Asthma | 10.4% |
| COPD | 5.8% |
| Stroke | 2.7% |
| Binge Drinking | 18.7% |
| Physical Inactivity | 23.4% |
| Depression | 22.1% |
| Mental Distress | 17.3% |
| Physical Distress | 11.6% |
| Insurance Rate | 86.6% |
| Checkup Rate | 73.7% |
| Premature Death | 10,121/100K |
| Food Environment | 7.6/10 |
| Exercise Access | 47.1% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 16 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 1 |
| FEMA Disasters | 91 |
| Annual Average | 57.8°F |
| 7% above US avg | |
| January Average | 34°F (1°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 30.1 inches |
| 21% below US avg |
| AQI Median | 39.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 1,331 ft (406 m) |
| Area | 1.1 sq mi (2.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 703/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 37.0174°N, 98.4848°W |
| County FIPS | 20007 |
Winner: Republican by 72.2 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 35.0% |
| 4% above US avg | |
| High School+ | 97.2% |
| School Test Score | 6.22 |
| RUCC Code 9 | Nonmetro — Rural |
| Population Density | 703/sq mi |
| Total Area | 1.1 sq mi |
| Public Libraries | 3 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 16 |
| Restaurants | 11 |
| Retail Stores | 25 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 1 |
| FEMA Disaster Declarations | 91 |
| Avg Commute | 12.3 min |
| Work from Home | 0.9% |