Linn Valley, KS

Kansas · Metropolitan Area

Linn Valley is a small town in Kansas with a population of 944. Residents earn $51,694 per year, which is 31% below the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
944 Population 319/sq mi density
$51,694 Median Income $40,291 per capita
$141,200 Home Value $122,215 Zillow
N/A Median Rent
55°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.7 / 5.0
$51,694 median income, 2.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$141,200 home value
C
Education
2.4 / 5.0
17.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $51,694
31% lower than US avg
Home Value $141,200
50% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 17.8%
47% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.8%
21% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.6%
28% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 9.3%
25% lower than US avg

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

People

Population944
Median Age57.4 yrs
Density319/mi²
Male / Female45% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 93%

Economy

B+
Median Income$51,694
Per Capita$40,291
Unemployment2.6%
Poverty9.3%
County GDP$576M
Commute38 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$141,200
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$122,215

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity38.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.6%
Heart Disease6.3%

Climate

Avg Temp55°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain41.3 in/yr
Elevation936 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+17.8%
High School+97.4%
School Score5.80

Community

2024 VoteR 82% / D 17%
Commute38 min
Libraries6

Is Linn Valley a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Linn Valley is $51,694, 31% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.6%. 9.3% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 38 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Linn Valley is $141,200, 50% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

17.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 97.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Linn Valley experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 41.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Linn Valley has a population of 944 with a density of 319 people per square mile. The median age is 57.4 years, 48% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (92.5%), with 5.2% Hispanic.

Population

944
Total Population
319
People / sq mi
57.4yrs
Median Age
48% above US avg
3.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 44.9%
Female 55.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Linn Valley vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Linn Valley vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Linn Valley is $51,694, which is 31% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 9.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 38 minutes.

Income: Linn Valley vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$51,694
31% below US avg
Per Capita Income$40,291
Avg Weekly Wage$959
IRS Avg AGI$58,620

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.6%
28% below US avg
Poverty Rate9.3%
25% below US avg
Establishments (County)259
County GDP$576M

Business (County)

Restaurants16
Healthcare12
Retail35
Manufacturing13

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,380
3% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.39%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time37.8 min
Work from Home8.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Linn Valley is $141,200, 50% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $122,215.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$141,200
50% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$122,215
Median List Price$270,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$270,000
$/Sq Ft$161
Homes Sold3
Sale-to-List Ratio0.0%
Price Drops16.7%

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-Occupied98.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,380
3% below US avg
Effective Rate2.39%
In Linn Valley, 38.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.6% report depression. 28.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.8%
21% above US avg
Diabetes10.2%
Heart Disease6.3%
High Blood Pressure31.6%
Asthma10.8%
COPD7.5%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.9%
Physical Inactivity28.0%
Depression22.6%
Mental Distress19.4%
Physical Distress13.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate91.8%
Checkup Rate73.6%
Premature Death13,559/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.0/10
Exercise Access43.3%
Healthcare Facilities12

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Safety Score

Linn Valley has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 41.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

31°F Jan (-1°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average55.1°F
2% above US avg
January Average31°F (-1°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall41.3 inches
9% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation936 ft (285 m)
Area3.0 sq mi (7.7 km²)
Population Density319/sq mi
Coordinates38.3754°N, 94.7109°W
County FIPS20107
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 17.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (47% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 64.6-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 81.6%
D 17%

Winner: Republican by 64.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+17.8%
47% below US avg
High School+97.4%
School Test Score5.80
C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density319/sq mi
Total Area3.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities12
Restaurants16
Retail Stores35

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute37.8 min
Work from Home8.2%

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