Labette, KS

Kansas

Labette is a small town in Kansas with a population of 23. Residents earn $51,250 per year, which is 32% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
23 Population 105/sq mi density
$51,250 Median Income $26,174 per capita
$45,000 Home Value
57°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$51,250 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$45,000 home value
F
Education
1.4 / 5.0
4.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $51,250
32% lower than US avg
Home Value $45,000
84% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 4.5%
87% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 13.0%
5% higher than US avg

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

People

Population23
Median Age67.5 yrs
Density105/mi²
Male / Female35% / 65%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans22.0%

Economy

B+
Median Income$51,250
Per Capita$26,174
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty13.0%
County GDP$1,082M
Commute27 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$45,000
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Climate

Avg Temp57°F (14°C)
AQI39 (Good)
Rain44.9 in/yr
Elevation865 ft (264 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+4.5%
High School+100.0%
School Score6.14

Community

2024 VoteR 68% / D 30%
Commute27 min
Broadband11.0%
Libraries6

Is Labette a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Labette receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Labette offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Labette is $51,250, 32% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 13.0% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Labette is $45,000, 84% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 0.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

4.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Labette enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F. Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 44.9 inches, including 7.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Labette has a population of 23 with a density of 105 people per square mile. The median age is 67.5 years, 74% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

23
Total Population
105
People / sq mi
67.5yrs
Median Age
74% above US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 34.8%
Female 65.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Labette vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Labette vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Labette is $51,250, which is 32% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 13.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: Labette vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$51,250
32% below US avg
Per Capita Income$26,174
Avg Weekly Wage$918
IRS Avg AGI$52,716

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate13.0%
5% above US avg
Establishments (County)498
County GDP$1,082M

Business (County)

Restaurants43
Healthcare76
Retail77
Manufacturing34

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,541
1% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate7.87%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.0 min
Drive Alone55.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home44.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Labette is $45,000, 84% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$45,000
84% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$605
1 Bedroom$668
2 Bedrooms$877
3 Bedrooms$1,052
4 Bedrooms$1,209

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied100.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,541
1% above US avg
Effective Rate7.87%
Labette has an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 44.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

32°F Jan (0°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average56.5°F
5% above US avg
January Average32°F (0°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall44.9 inches
18% above US avg
Snowfall7.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation865 ft (264 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.6 km²)
Population Density105/sq mi
Coordinates37.2300°N, 95.1836°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS20099
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 4.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (87% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 38.2-point margin. 11.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 68.3%
D 30.1%

Winner: Republican by 38.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+4.5%
87% below US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score6.14
F Education Grade (1.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density105/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access11.0%
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities76
Restaurants43
Retail Stores77

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.0 min
Drive Alone55.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home44.4%

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