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Lakin, KS
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Lakin, KS
At a Glance
How Lakin Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Lakin's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Lakin a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Lakin residents earn a median household income of $84,286 , which is 12% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $29,958. The unemployment rate stands at 1.6% (56% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 147 business establishments, including 7 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Lakin is $141,700 , 50% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $188,589. Median rent is $1,123/month, with 25.0% 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 1964.
Safety & Crime
Lakin reports 47 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 88% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,413/100K.
Education
12.4% of adults in Lakin hold a bachelor's degree or higher (63% below the national average). 87.9% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.5/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Lakin has an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. The area gets 330 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 18.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.