Median Income
$59,167
21% lower than US avg
Home Value
$136,600
52% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
19.2%
43% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$863
26% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
37.9%
18% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.6%
83% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
3.2%
74% lower than US avg
How Kipton Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population237
Median Age40.6 yrs
Density539/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 90%
Veterans4.9%
Economy
A
Median Income$59,167
Per Capita$29,012
Unemployment0.6%
Poverty3.2%
County GDP$15,029M
Commute25 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$136,600
Rent$863
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$139,091
Rent Burden23.2%
Health
Obesity37.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression28.9%
Heart Disease6.5%
Climate
Avg Temp50°F (10°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain40.0 in/yr
Elevation858 ft (262 m)
Education
C+
Bachelor's+19.2%
High School+92.3%
School Score5.90
Community
2024 VoteR 52% / D 47%
Commute25 min
Broadband86.0%
Libraries16
Is Kipton a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Kipton receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Kipton offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Kipton is $59,167, 21% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.6%. Only 3.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Kipton is $136,600, 52% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $863 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
19.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.
Climate & Weather
Kipton experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 40.0 inches, including 47.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Kipton has a population of 237 with a density of 539 people per square mile. The median age is 40.6 years, 4% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (89.5%), with 2.5% Hispanic.
Population
40.6yrs
Median Age
4% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 95.8% |
| 22% above US avg |
| Spanish | 4.2% |
| 69% below US avg |
The median household income in Kipton is $59,167, which is 21% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $59,167 |
| 21% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $29,012 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,072 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $73,723 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.6% |
| 83% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 3.2% |
| 74% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 6,969 |
| County GDP | $15,029M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 542 |
| Healthcare | 693 |
| Retail | 775 |
| Manufacturing | 341 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $6,154 |
| 76% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 4.51% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 24.6 min |
| Drive Alone | 71.6% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 5.9% |
The median home value in Kipton is $136,600, 52% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $863 (26% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $139,091.
Home Values
| Census Median | $136,600 |
| 52% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $139,091 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
| $/Sq Ft | $81 |
| Homes Sold | 2 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 89.7% |
| Price Drops | 0.0% |
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $863 |
| 26% below US avg |
| Rent Burden | 23.2% |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $816 |
| 1 Bedroom | $873 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,092 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,388 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,550 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $6,154 |
| 76% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 4.51% |
In Kipton, 37.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 28.9% report depression. 29.9% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Kipton vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 37.9% |
| 18% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 11.8% |
| Heart Disease | 6.5% |
| High Blood Pressure | 34.5% |
| Asthma | 11.6% |
| COPD | 8.3% |
| Stroke | 3.3% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 18.1% |
| Physical Inactivity | 29.9% |
| Depression | 28.9% |
| Mental Distress | 20.9% |
| Physical Distress | 14.9% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 91.1% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 76.6% |
| Premature Death | 9,275/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.6/10 |
| Exercise Access | 95.1% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 693 |
Kipton has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 40.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Temperature
26°F Jan (-3°C)
73°F Jul (23°C)
| Annual Average | 50.1°F |
| 7% below US avg |
| January Average | 26°F (-3°C) |
| July Average | 73°F (23°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 40.0 inches |
| 5% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 47.0 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 858 ft (262 m) |
| Area | 0.4 sq mi (1.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 539/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 41.2666°N, 82.3043°W |
| Timezone | America/New_York |
| County FIPS | 39093 |