Median Income
$79,375
6% higher than US avg
Home Value
$203,000
28% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
16.1%
52% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$909
22% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
32.0%
0% lower than US avg
Unemployment
0.7%
81% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
7.3%
41% lower than US avg
How Lecompton Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population762
Median Age36.7 yrs
Density620/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 83%
Economy
A+
Median Income$79,375
Per Capita$34,989
Unemployment0.7%
Poverty7.3%
County GDP$501M
Commute30 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$203,000
Rent$909
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$353,498
Health
Obesity32.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.0%
Heart Disease4.9%
Climate
Avg Temp54°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain39.2 in/yr
Elevation976 ft
Education
C
Bachelor's+16.1%
High School+93.9%
School Score5.80
Community
2024 VoteR 67% / D 31%
Commute30 min
Libraries6
Is Lecompton a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Lecompton receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Lecompton offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Lecompton is $79,375, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.7%. Only 7.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Lecompton is $203,000, 28% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $909 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
16.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.
Climate & Weather
Lecompton experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 39.2 inches, including 12.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.
Lecompton has a population of 762 with a density of 620 people per square mile. The median age is 36.7 years, 6% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (83.3%), with 5.6% Hispanic.
Population
36.7yrs
Median Age
6% below US avg
Race & Ethnicity
Lecompton vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 99.0% |
| 26% above US avg |
| Spanish | 1.0% |
| 93% below US avg |
Social Characteristics
Lecompton vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Lecompton is $79,375, which is 6% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 7.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.
Income: Lecompton vs U.S.
Income
| Median HH Income | $79,375 |
| 6% above US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $34,989 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $990 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $70,806 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.7% |
| 81% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 7.3% |
| 41% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 416 |
| County GDP | $501M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 20 |
| Healthcare | 27 |
| Retail | 47 |
| Manufacturing | 13 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $4,086 |
| 17% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.01% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 29.9 min |
| Work from Home | 3.8% |
The median home value in Lecompton is $203,000, 28% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $909 (22% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $353,498.
Home Values
| Census Median | $203,000 |
| 28% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $353,498 |
| Median List Price | $369,900 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
| Median List Price | $369,900 |
| $/Sq Ft | $185 |
| Homes Sold | 1 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 97.5% |
| Price Drops | 0.0% |
| Inventory | 1 |
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $909 |
| 22% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $702 |
| 1 Bedroom | $753 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $947 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,223 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,397 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $4,086 |
| 17% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 2.01% |
In Lecompton, 32.0% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 25.0% report depression. 18.7% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Lecompton vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 32.0% |
| 0% below US avg |
| Diabetes | 8.2% |
| Heart Disease | 4.9% |
| High Blood Pressure | 27.7% |
| Asthma | 10.3% |
| COPD | 5.4% |
| Stroke | 2.5% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 20.2% |
| Physical Inactivity | 18.7% |
| Depression | 25.0% |
| Mental Distress | 17.0% |
| Physical Distress | 11.1% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 85.1% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 76.7% |
| Premature Death | 9,032/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 9.2/10 |
| Exercise Access | 26.6% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 27 |
Crime Rates: Lecompton vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 4 |
Safety Score
Lecompton has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 39.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.
Temperature
28°F Jan (-2°C)
78°F Jul (25°C)
| Annual Average | 53.8°F |
| 0% below US avg |
| January Average | 28°F (-2°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (25°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 39.2 inches |
| 3% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 12.4 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 39.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 976 ft (297 m) |
| Area | 1.2 sq mi (3.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 620/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 39.0259°N, 95.3950°W |
| County FIPS | 20087 |