Kismet, KS

Kansas

Kismet is a small town in Kansas with a population of 476. Residents earn $63,077 per year, which is 16% below the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
476 Population 1,983/sq mi density
$63,077 Median Income $26,098 per capita
$118,000 Home Value $145,588 Zillow
$915 Median Rent
56°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.1 / 5.0
$63,077 median income, 0.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$118,000 home value, $915/mo rent
B
Education
3.0 / 5.0
25.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $63,077
16% lower than US avg
Home Value $118,000
58% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 25.2%
25% lower than US avg
Median Rent $915
21% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.9%
21% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.6%
83% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.3%
33% lower than US avg

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

People

Population476
Median Age36.3 yrs
Density1,983/mi²
Male / Female41% / 59%
Largest GroupWhite 60%

Economy

A
Median Income$63,077
Per Capita$26,098
Unemployment0.6%
Poverty8.3%
County GDP$1,723M
Commute19 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$118,000
Rent$915
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$145,588

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity38.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression20.0%
Heart Disease5.3%

Climate

Avg Temp56°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain21.1 in/yr
Elevation2,779 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+25.2%
High School+83.0%
School Score5.80

Community

2024 VoteR 69% / D 30%
Commute19 min
Libraries2

Is Kismet a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Kismet receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Kismet stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Kismet is $63,077, 16% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.6%. 8.3% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Kismet is $118,000, 58% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $915 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

25.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 83.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Kismet enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 21.1 inches, including 14.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Kismet has a population of 476 with a density of 1,983 people per square mile. The median age is 36.3 years, 7% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (60.3%), with 3.2% Hispanic.

Population

476
Total Population
1,983
People / sq mi
36.3yrs
Median Age
7% below US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 40.8%
Female 59.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Kismet vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only64.0%
18% below US avg
Spanish36.0%
169% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Kismet vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Kismet is $63,077, which is 16% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 8.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes.

Income: Kismet vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$63,077
16% below US avg
Per Capita Income$26,098
Avg Weekly Wage$1,003
IRS Avg AGI$60,884

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.6%
83% below US avg
Poverty Rate8.3%
33% below US avg
Establishments (County)588
County GDP$1,723M

Business (County)

Restaurants57
Healthcare70
Retail85
Manufacturing13

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,764
8% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.19%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.1 min
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Kismet is $118,000, 58% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $915 (21% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $145,588.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$118,000
58% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$145,588

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$915
21% 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-Occupied72.4%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,764
8% above US avg
Effective Rate3.19%
In Kismet, 38.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 20.0% report depression. 29.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.9%
21% above US avg
Diabetes10.2%
Heart Disease5.3%
High Blood Pressure29.1%
Asthma9.8%
COPD5.6%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.7%
Physical Inactivity29.2%
Depression20.0%
Mental Distress16.9%
Physical Distress12.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate81.3%
Checkup Rate73.2%
Premature Death7,827/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.0/10
Exercise Access91.1%
Healthcare Facilities70

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Safety Score

Kismet has an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 21.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

34°F Jan (1°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average55.8°F
3% above US avg
January Average34°F (1°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall21.1 inches
44% below US avg
Snowfall14.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation2,779 ft (847 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.6 km²)
Population Density1,983/sq mi
Coordinates37.2045°N, 100.7017°W
County FIPS20175
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 25.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (25% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 39-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 68.6%
D 29.7%

Winner: Republican by 39 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+25.2%
25% below US avg
High School+83.0%
School Test Score5.80
B Education Grade (3.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density1,983/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities70
Restaurants57
Retail Stores85

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.1 min
Work from Home0.0%

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