Liebenthal, KS

Kansas

Liebenthal is a small town in Kansas with a population of 85. Residents earn $48,333 per year, which is 36% below the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
85 Population 773/sq mi density
$48,333 Median Income $32,872 per capita
$70,000 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
54°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$48,333 median income, 4.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$70,000 home value
C+
Education
2.8 / 5.0
22.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $48,333
36% lower than US avg
Home Value $70,000
75% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 22.6%
33% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.0%
21% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.1%
14% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 10.6%
15% lower than US avg

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

People

Population85
Median Age47.9 yrs
Density773/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 92%
Veterans73.0%

Economy

B
Median Income$48,333
Per Capita$32,872
Unemployment4.1%
Poverty10.6%
County GDP$196M
Commute29 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$70,000
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity39.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.7%
Heart Disease6.1%

Climate

Avg Temp54°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain26.5 in/yr
Elevation1,974 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+22.6%
High School+93.5%
School Score5.80

Community

2024 VoteR 82% / D 16%
Commute29 min
Broadband32.0%
Libraries4

Is Liebenthal a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Liebenthal receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Liebenthal offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Liebenthal is $48,333, 36% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.1%, indicating a healthy job market. 10.6% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Liebenthal is $70,000, 75% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

22.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Liebenthal experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 26.5 inches, including 14.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Liebenthal has a population of 85 with a density of 773 people per square mile. The median age is 47.9 years, 23% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (91.8%), with 5.9% Hispanic.

Population

85
Total Population
773
People / sq mi
47.9yrs
Median Age
23% above US avg
0.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 54.1%
Female 45.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Liebenthal vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only93.9%
20% above US avg
Spanish6.1%
54% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Liebenthal vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Liebenthal is $48,333, which is 36% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 10.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Income: Liebenthal vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$48,333
36% below US avg
Per Capita Income$32,872
Avg Weekly Wage$852
IRS Avg AGI$56,126

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.1%
14% above US avg
Poverty Rate10.6%
15% below US avg
Establishments (County)116
County GDP$196M

Business (County)

Restaurants4
Healthcare10
Retail17
Manufacturing7

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,333
5% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.76%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time29.1 min
Drive Alone68.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home15.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Liebenthal is $70,000, 75% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$70,000
75% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied75.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,333
5% below US avg
Effective Rate4.76%
In Liebenthal, 39.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 23.7% report depression. 27.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.0%
21% above US avg
Diabetes10.1%
Heart Disease6.1%
High Blood Pressure32.4%
Asthma10.9%
COPD7.2%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.5%
Physical Inactivity27.9%
Depression23.7%
Mental Distress18.9%
Physical Distress13.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate86.4%
Checkup Rate73.8%
Premature Death17,778/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.5/10
Exercise Access45.1%
Healthcare Facilities10

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Safety Score

Liebenthal has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 26.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

29°F Jan (-1°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average53.5°F
1% below US avg
January Average29°F (-1°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall26.5 inches
30% below US avg
Snowfall14.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,974 ft (602 m)
Area0.1 sq mi (0.3 km²)
Population Density773/sq mi
Coordinates38.6545°N, 99.3200°W
County FIPS20165
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 22.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (33% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 65.4-point margin. 32.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 81.9%
D 16.4%

Winner: Republican by 65.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+22.6%
33% below US avg
High School+93.5%
School Test Score5.80
C+ Education Grade (2.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density773/sq mi
Total Area0.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access32.0%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities10
Restaurants4
Retail Stores17

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute29.1 min
Drive Alone68.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home15.9%

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