Linn, KS

Kansas

Linn is a small town in Kansas with a population of 478. Residents earn $65,556 per year, which is 13% below the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
478 Population 1,406/sq mi density
$65,556 Median Income $27,606 per capita
$97,200 Home Value $187,179 Zillow
$491 Median Rent 9.0% income on rent
53°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.3 / 5.0
$65,556 median income, 1.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$97,200 home value, $491/mo rent
C
Education
2.3 / 5.0
16.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $65,556
13% lower than US avg
Home Value $97,200
66% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 16.4%
51% lower than US avg
Median Rent $491
58% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.0%
12% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.0%
72% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.0%
68% lower than US avg

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

People

Population478
Median Age32.8 yrs
Density1,406/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 80%
Veterans9.1%

Economy

A
Median Income$65,556
Per Capita$27,606
Unemployment1.0%
Poverty4.0%
County GDP$293M
Commute21 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$97,200
Rent$491
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$187,179
Rent Burden9.0%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity36.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression20.1%
Heart Disease5.6%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain32.4 in/yr
Elevation1,457 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+16.4%
High School+87.7%
School Score5.63

Community

2024 VoteR 84% / D 15%
Commute21 min
Broadband60.9%
Libraries2

Is Linn a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Linn 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. Linn offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Linn is $65,556, 13% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.0%. Only 4.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Linn is $97,200, 66% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $491 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.5x 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%. 87.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Linn experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 32.4 inches, including 14.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Linn has a population of 478 with a density of 1,406 people per square mile. The median age is 32.8 years, 16% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (80.3%).

Population

478
Total Population
1,406
People / sq mi
32.8yrs
Median Age
16% below US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.9%
Female 47.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Linn vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only71.3%
9% below US avg
Spanish28.7%
114% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Linn vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Linn is $65,556, which is 13% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Income: Linn vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$65,556
13% below US avg
Per Capita Income$27,606
Avg Weekly Wage$757
IRS Avg AGI$68,265

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.0%
72% below US avg
Poverty Rate4.0%
68% below US avg
Establishments (County)294
County GDP$293M

Business (County)

Restaurants11
Healthcare19
Retail29
Manufacturing8

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,780
21% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.86%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time20.7 min
Drive Alone71.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home13.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Linn is $97,200, 66% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $491 (58% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $187,179.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$97,200
66% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$187,179

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$491
58% below US avg
Rent Burden9.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$1,095
1 Bedroom$1,197
2 Bedrooms$1,358
3 Bedrooms$1,769
4 Bedrooms$2,103

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied63.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,780
21% below US avg
Effective Rate2.86%
In Linn, 36.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 20.1% report depression. 29.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.0%
12% above US avg
Diabetes9.9%
Heart Disease5.6%
High Blood Pressure30.2%
Asthma9.7%
COPD6.3%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.2%
Physical Inactivity29.4%
Depression20.1%
Mental Distress17.0%
Physical Distress12.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate91.0%
Checkup Rate73.4%
Premature Death6,165/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.3/10
Exercise Access32.7%
Healthcare Facilities19

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Linn has an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 32.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-3°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average52.9°F
2% below US avg
January Average26°F (-3°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall32.4 inches
15% below US avg
Snowfall14.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,457 ft (444 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.9 km²)
Population Density1,406/sq mi
Coordinates39.6793°N, 97.0868°W
County FIPS20201
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 69.1-point margin. 60.9% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 83.8%
D 14.7%

Winner: Republican by 69.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+16.4%
51% below US avg
High School+87.7%
School Test Score5.63
C Education Grade (2.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density1,406/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access60.9%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities19
Restaurants11
Retail Stores29

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute20.7 min
Drive Alone71.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home13.0%

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