Lenora, KS

Kansas

Lenora is a small town in Kansas with a population of 199. Residents earn $28,036 per year, which is 63% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
199 Population 415/sq mi density
$28,036 Median Income $23,951 per capita
$44,200 Home Value
N/A Median Rent 23.6% income on rent
53°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$28,036 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$44,200 home value
C
Education
2.3 / 5.0
16.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $28,036
63% lower than US avg
Home Value $44,200
84% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 16.4%
51% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 42.5%
32% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 9.5%
23% lower than US avg

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

People

Population199
Median Age60.4 yrs
Density415/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 86%

Economy

B
Median Income$28,036
Per Capita$23,951
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty9.5%
County GDP$222M
Commute26 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$44,200
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Rent Burden23.6%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity42.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.6%
Heart Disease6.3%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain23.1 in/yr
Elevation2,266 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+16.4%
High School+93.8%
School Score5.80

Community

2024 VoteR 84% / D 15%
Commute26 min
Broadband100.0%
Libraries3

Is Lenora a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Lenora receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Lenora offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Lenora is $28,036, 63% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 9.5% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Lenora is $44,200, 84% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

16.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Lenora experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 23.1 inches, including 21.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Lenora has a population of 199 with a density of 415 people per square mile. The median age is 60.4 years, 55% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (85.9%).

Population

199
Total Population
415
People / sq mi
60.4yrs
Median Age
55% above US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45.7%
Female 54.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Lenora vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.9%
25% above US avg
Spanish2.1%
84% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Lenora vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Lenora is $28,036, which is 63% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 9.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Lenora vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$28,036
63% below US avg
Per Capita Income$23,951
Avg Weekly Wage$737
IRS Avg AGI$54,208

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate9.5%
23% below US avg
Establishments (County)132
County GDP$222M

Business (County)

Restaurants6
Healthcare4
Retail18

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.2 min
Work from Home12.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Lenora is $44,200, 84% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$44,200
84% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden23.6%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied82.9%

Property Tax

In Lenora, 42.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 23.6% report depression. 28.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity42.5%
32% above US avg
Diabetes10.2%
Heart Disease6.3%
High Blood Pressure32.3%
Asthma10.5%
COPD7.5%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.1%
Physical Inactivity28.1%
Depression23.6%
Mental Distress18.8%
Physical Distress13.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate86.3%
Checkup Rate74.0%
Premature Death10,239/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.4/10
Exercise Access64.0%
Healthcare Facilities4

Crime Rates: Lenora vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Safety Score

Lenora has an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 23.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

29°F Jan (-2°C) 78°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average53.0°F
2% below US avg
January Average29°F (-2°C)
July Average78°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall23.1 inches
39% below US avg
Snowfall21.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation2,266 ft (691 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.2 km²)
Population Density415/sq mi
Coordinates39.6109°N, 100.0014°W
County FIPS20039
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 16.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (51% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 69-point margin. 100.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 83.8%
D 14.8%

Winner: Republican by 69 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+16.4%
51% below US avg
High School+93.8%
School Test Score5.80
C Education Grade (2.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density415/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access100.0%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities4
Restaurants6
Retail Stores18

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.2 min
Work from Home12.5%

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