Kirwin, KS

Kansas

Kirwin is a small town in Kansas with a population of 84. Residents earn $41,750 per year, which is 44% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
84 Population 91/sq mi density
$41,750 Median Income $21,219 per capita
$60,000 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
52°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.0 / 5.0
$41,750 median income, 5.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$60,000 home value
C
Education
2.3 / 5.0
16.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $41,750
44% lower than US avg
Home Value $60,000
79% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 16.1%
52% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 41.2%
28% higher than US avg
Unemployment 5.3%
47% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 11.8%
5% lower than US avg

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

People

Population84
Median Age35.8 yrs
Density91/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 93%
Veterans57.0%

Economy

B
Median Income$41,750
Per Capita$21,219
Unemployment5.3%
Poverty11.8%
County GDP$604M
Commute17 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$60,000
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity41.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.5%
Heart Disease6.1%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain25.7 in/yr
Elevation1,696 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+16.1%
High School+92.9%
School Score5.80

Community

2024 VoteR 86% / D 12%
Commute17 min
Broadband33.0%
Libraries6

Is Kirwin a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Kirwin receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Kirwin offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Kirwin is $41,750, 44% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.3% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 11.8% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Kirwin is $60,000, 79% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

16.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Kirwin experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 25.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Kirwin has a population of 84 with a density of 91 people per square mile. The median age is 35.8 years, 8% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (92.9%), with 1.2% Hispanic, 3.6% Black.

Population

84
Total Population
91
People / sq mi
35.8yrs
Median Age
8% below US avg
0.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.6%
Female 46.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Kirwin vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.9%
23% above US avg
Spanish3.1%
77% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Kirwin vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Kirwin is $41,750, which is 44% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 11.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes.

Income: Kirwin vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$41,750
44% below US avg
Per Capita Income$21,219
Avg Weekly Wage$880
IRS Avg AGI$58,081

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.3%
47% above US avg
Poverty Rate11.8%
5% below US avg
Establishments (County)234
County GDP$604M

Business (County)

Restaurants16
Healthcare20
Retail35
Manufacturing10

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,117
11% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate5.20%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time17.2 min
Drive Alone76.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Kirwin is $60,000, 79% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$60,000
79% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied66.7%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,117
11% below US avg
Effective Rate5.20%
In Kirwin, 41.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 23.5% report depression. 27.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity41.2%
28% above US avg
Diabetes10.0%
Heart Disease6.1%
High Blood Pressure31.9%
Asthma11.1%
COPD7.5%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.6%
Physical Inactivity27.7%
Depression23.5%
Mental Distress19.3%
Physical Distress13.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate99.0%
Checkup Rate73.5%
Premature Death9,288/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.0/10
Exercise Access66.3%
Healthcare Facilities20

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Safety Score

Kirwin has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 25.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-3°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average52.1°F
4% below US avg
January Average26°F (-3°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall25.7 inches
32% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,696 ft (517 m)
Area0.9 sq mi (2.4 km²)
Population Density91/sq mi
Coordinates39.6698°N, 99.1218°W
County FIPS20147
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 16.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (52% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 73.7-point margin. 33.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 85.8%
D 12.1%

Winner: Republican by 73.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+16.1%
52% below US avg
High School+92.9%
School Test Score5.80
C Education Grade (2.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density91/sq mi
Total Area0.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access33.0%
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities20
Restaurants16
Retail Stores35

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute17.2 min
Drive Alone76.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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