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La Harpe, KS
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La Harpe, KS
At a Glance
How La Harpe Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows La Harpe's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is La Harpe a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
La Harpe residents earn a median household income of $43,167 , which is 43% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $30,053. The unemployment rate stands at 5.3% (47% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 3.9% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 400 business establishments, including 33 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in La Harpe is $54,900 , 81% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $88,476. Median rent is $655/month, with 26.6% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 90.1 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1980.
Safety & Crime
La Harpe reports 0 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 100% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 0/100K. The murder rate is 0.0/100K.
Education
24.2% of adults in La Harpe hold a bachelor's degree or higher (28% below the national average). 84.8% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.6/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
La Harpe has an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. The area gets 305 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 42.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.