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Lecompton, KS
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Lecompton, KS
At a Glance
How Lecompton Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Lecompton's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Lecompton a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Lecompton residents earn a median household income of $79,375 , which is 6% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $34,989. The unemployment rate stands at 0.7% (81% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 7.3% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 416 business establishments, including 20 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Lecompton is $203,000 , 28% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $353,498. Median rent is $909/month, with 28.6% 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 1972.
Safety & Crime
Lecompton reports 117 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 69% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 2,345/100K.
Education
16.1% of adults in Lecompton hold a bachelor's degree or higher (52% below the national average). 93.9% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.0/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Lecompton has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. The area gets 302 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 39.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.