Median Income
$75,854
1% higher than US avg
Home Value
$223,700
21% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
21.3%
37% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$699
40% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
38.5%
20% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
3.7%
70% lower than US avg
How Kouts Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population2,261
Median Age35.9 yrs
Density1,869/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 98%
Economy
A+
Median Income$75,854
Per Capita$36,206
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty3.7%
County GDP$9,875M
Commute28 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$223,700
Rent$699
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$306,044
Health
Obesity38.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.7%
Heart Disease5.2%
Climate
Avg Temp50°F
AQI41 (Good)
Elevation682 ft
Education
C+
Bachelor's+21.3%
High School+97.8%
School Score6.01
Community
2024 VoteR 54% / D 44%
Commute28 min
Libraries7
Is Kouts a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Kouts receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Kouts stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Kouts is $75,854, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 3.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Kouts is $223,700, 21% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $699 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
21.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 97.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 6/10.
Climate & Weather
Kouts experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Kouts has a population of 2,261 with a density of 1,869 people per square mile. The median age is 35.9 years, 8% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98.2%).
Population
35.9yrs
Median Age
8% below US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 99.4% |
| 27% above US avg |
| Spanish | 0.6% |
| 96% below US avg |
The median household income in Kouts is $75,854, which is 1% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $75,854 |
| 1% above US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $36,206 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,120 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $88,304 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 3.7% |
| 70% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 4,215 |
| County GDP | $9,875M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 369 |
| Healthcare | 439 |
| Retail | 464 |
| Manufacturing | 151 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $4,957 |
| 42% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.22% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 28.4 min |
| Work from Home | 1.0% |
The median home value in Kouts is $223,700, 21% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $699 (40% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $306,044.
Home Values
| Census Median | $223,700 |
| 21% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $306,044 |
| Median List Price | $120,000 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
| Median List Price | $120,000 |
| $/Sq Ft | $143 |
| Homes Sold | 2 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 100.0% |
| Price Drops | 0.0% |
| Inventory | 1 |
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $699 |
| 40% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $816 |
| 1 Bedroom | $882 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,096 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,391 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,590 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $4,957 |
| 42% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 2.22% |
In Kouts, 38.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 25.7% report depression. 23.1% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Kouts vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 38.5% |
| 20% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 9.5% |
| Heart Disease | 5.2% |
| High Blood Pressure | 33.1% |
| Asthma | 11.2% |
| COPD | 6.4% |
| Stroke | 2.6% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 18.4% |
| Physical Inactivity | 23.1% |
| Depression | 25.7% |
| Mental Distress | 18.4% |
| Physical Distress | 12.4% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 96.6% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 77.2% |
| Premature Death | 7,441/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.0/10 |
| Exercise Access | 79.4% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 439 |
Crime Rates: Kouts vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 24 |
Safety Score
Kouts has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Temperature
24°F Jan (-4°C)
73°F Jul (23°C)
| Annual Average | 50.2°F |
| 7% below US avg |
| January Average | 24°F (-4°C) |
| July Average | 73°F (23°C) |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 682 ft (208 m) |
| Area | 1.2 sq mi (3.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,869/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 41.3172°N, 87.0266°W |
| County FIPS | 18127 |