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Lane, KS

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Lane is a small town in Kansas with a population of 170. Residents earn $42,500 per year, which is 43% below the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
170 Population 739/sq mi density
$42,500 Median Income $21,592 per capita
$103,900 Home Value $217,767 Zillow
$594 Median Rent 33.1% income on rent
55°F Avg Temperature 293 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.8 / 5.0
$42,500 median income, 5.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$103,900 home value, $594/mo rent
D
Education
1.7 / 5.0
8.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $42,500
43% lower than US avg
Home Value $103,900
63% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 8.5%
75% lower than US avg
Median Rent $594
49% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.6%
26% higher than US avg
Unemployment 5.8%
61% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 14.3%
15% higher than US avg

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

People

Population170
Median Age46.6 yrs
Density739/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 98%
Veterans9.5%

Economy

C+
Median Income$42,500
Per Capita$21,592
Unemployment5.8%
Poverty14.3%
County GDP$1,168M
Commute35 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$103,900
Rent$594
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$217,767
Housing Units113
Rent Burden33.1%

Health

Obesity40.6%
Uninsured9.2%
Smoking17.5%
Depression22.3%
Heart Disease6.2%

Climate

Avg Temp55°F (13°C)
AQI39 (Good)
Rain40.6 in/yr
Sunny Days293/yr
Elevation887 ft (270 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+8.5%
High School+92.4%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score6.22

Community

2024 VoteR 69% / D 29%
Commute35 min
Broadband80.0%
Libraries5

Is Lane a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Lane receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Lane offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Lane is $42,500, 43% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.8% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 14.3% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Lane is $103,900, 63% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $594 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

8.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.4% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.2/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Lane experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. With 293 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 40.6 inches, including 12.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Lane has a population of 170 with a density of 739 people per square mile. The median age is 46.6 years, 20% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98.2%).

Population

170
Total Population
739
People / sq mi
46.6yrs
Median Age
20% above US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.4%
Female 47.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Lane vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.0%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.0%
93% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Lane vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Lane is $42,500, which is 43% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 14.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes.

Income: Lane vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$42,500
43% below US avg
Per Capita Income$21,592
Avg Weekly Wage$968
IRS Avg AGI$62,787

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.8%
61% above US avg
Poverty Rate14.3%
15% above US avg
Establishments (County)711
County GDP$1,168M

Business (County)

Restaurants56
Healthcare63
Retail74
Manufacturing23

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,378
25% above US avg
Cost of Living90.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate4.21%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time34.7 min
Drive Alone85.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Lane is $103,900, 63% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $594 (49% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $217,767.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$103,900
63% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$217,767

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$594
49% below US avg
Rent Burden33.1%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$725
1 Bedroom$754
2 Bedrooms$989
3 Bedrooms$1,277
4 Bedrooms$1,439

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied73.8%
Housing Units113
Median Year Built1948

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,378
25% above US avg
Effective Rate4.21%
In Lane, 40.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 9.2% of residents lack health insurance. 17.5% are current smokers. 22.3% report depression. 26.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.6%
26% above US avg
Diabetes10.0%
Heart Disease6.2%
High Blood Pressure32.6%
Asthma10.6%
COPD6.9%
Cancer7.1%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking17.5%
25% above US avg
Binge Drinking17.6%
Physical Inactivity26.6%
Depression22.3%
Mental Distress18.3%
Physical Distress13.1%
Short Sleep34.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate79.3%
Uninsured9.2%
7% above US avg
Checkup Rate73.5%
Dental Visits62.3%
Premature Death9,277/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.0/10
Exercise Access53.2%
Healthcare Facilities63
Lane has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 40.6 inches. The area enjoys 293 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average55.2°F
2% above US avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days293 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall40.6 inches
7% above US avg
Snowfall12.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation887 ft (270 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.6 km²)
Population Density739/sq mi
Coordinates38.4400°N, 95.0821°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS20059
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 8.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (75% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 40.1-point margin. 80.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 69%
D 28.9%

Winner: Republican by 40.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+8.5%
75% below US avg
High School+92.4%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score6.22
D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density739/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access80.0%
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities63
Restaurants56
Retail Stores74

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute34.7 min
Drive Alone85.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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