Home Value $27,500

90% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 1.7%

95% lower than US avg

Median Rent $577

50% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 39.7%

24% higher than US avg

Unemployment 57.4%

1494% higher than US avg

Poverty Rate 85.3%

588% higher than US avg

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

People

Population164

Median Age23.7 yrs

Density745/mi²

Male / Female35% / 65%

Largest GroupWhite 95%

Veterans11.1%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A

Per Capita$11,784

Unemployment57.4%

Poverty85.3%

County GDP$3,837M

Commute49 min

Housing

Home Value$27,500

Rent$577

OwnershipN/A

Housing Units144

Rent Burden51.0%

Health

Obesity39.7%

Uninsured10.5%

Smoking19.1%

Depression24.1%

Heart Disease6.2%

Climate

Avg Temp55°F (13°C)

AQI39 (Good)

Rain39.2 in/yr

Sunny Days317/yr

Elevation1,468 ft (447 m)

Education

Bachelor's+1.7%

High School+68.3%

Graduate+0.0%

School Score5.80

Community

2024 VoteR 70% / D 28%

Commute49 min

Broadband32.7%

Libraries9

Is Latham a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Latham receives an overall livability score of 1.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of F. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, long commute times. Latham faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

At 57.4%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 85.3% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 49 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Latham is $27,500, 90% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $577 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability.

Education

1.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 68.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Latham experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. With 317 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 39.2 inches, including 10.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Latham has a population of 164 with a density of 745 people per square mile. The median age is 23.7 years, 39% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95.1%), with 3% Hispanic, 1.8% Black.

Population

164

Total Population

745

People / sq mi

23.7yrs

Median Age

39% below US avg

0.2mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 34.8%

Female 65.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Latham vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	98.4%
	25% above US avg
Spanish	1.6%
	88% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Latham vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Latham is N/A. The unemployment rate is 57.4% (above the 3.6% US average). 85.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 49 minutes.

Income: Latham vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income


Per Capita Income	$11,784
Avg Weekly Wage	$970
IRS Avg AGI	$83,147

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	57.4%
	1494% above US avg
Poverty Rate	85.3%
	588% above US avg
Establishments (County)	1,695
County GDP	$3,837M

Business (County)

Restaurants	118
Healthcare	178
Retail	155
Manufacturing	46

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$6,424
	84% above US avg
Cost of Living	90.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate	23.36%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	49.1 min
Drive Alone	91.7%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	8.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Latham is $27,500, 90% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $577 (50% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$27,500
	90% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$577
	50% below US avg
Rent Burden	51.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio	$702
1 Bedroom	$753
2 Bedrooms	$947
3 Bedrooms	$1,223
4 Bedrooms	$1,397

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied	25.5%
Housing Units	144
Median Year Built	1972

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$6,424
	84% above US avg
Effective Rate	23.36%

In Latham, 39.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 10.5% of residents lack health insurance. 19.1% are current smokers. 24.1% report depression. 26.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	39.7%
	24% above US avg
Diabetes	9.9%
Heart Disease	6.2%
High Blood Pressure	32.2%
Asthma	11.4%
COPD	7.5%
Cancer	7.0%
Stroke	3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	19.1%
	36% above US avg
Binge Drinking	17.2%
Physical Inactivity	26.3%
Depression	24.1%
Mental Distress	20.3%
Physical Distress	13.9%
Short Sleep	40.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	99.0%
Uninsured	10.5%
	22% above US avg
Checkup Rate	73.6%
Dental Visits	56.8%
Premature Death	8,909/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	8.4/10
Exercise Access	63.5%
Healthcare Facilities	178

Latham has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 39.2 inches. The area enjoys 317 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

31°F Jan (-1°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)

Annual Average	54.8°F
	1% above US avg
January Average	31°F (-1°C)
July Average	78°F (26°C)
Sunny Days	317 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	39.2 inches
	3% above US avg
Snowfall	10.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	39.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	1,468 ft (447 m)
Area	0.2 sq mi (0.6 km²)
Population Density	745/sq mi
Coordinates	37.5356°N, 96.6425°W
Timezone	America/Chicago
County FIPS	20015

It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 1.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (95% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 41.2-point margin. 32.7% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 69.6%

D 28.4%

Winner: Republican by 41.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	1.7%
	95% below US avg
High School+	68.3%
Graduate Degree+	0.0%
School Test Score	5.80

F Education Grade (1.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2	Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density	745/sq mi
Total Area	0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	32.7%
Public Libraries	9
Healthcare Facilities	178
Restaurants	118
Retail Stores	155

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	8
FEMA Disaster Declarations	91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	49.1 min
Drive Alone	91.7%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	8.3%

Latham, KS

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

People

Economy

Housing

Health

Climate

Education

Community

Is Latham a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

Cost of Living & Housing

Education

Climate & Weather

Population

Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

Latham vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

Latham vs U.S. Average

Income: Latham vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Ownership & Property

Property Tax

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Food & Exercise

Temperature

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

Geography

2024 Presidential Election (County)

Education

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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