Linwood, KS

Kansas · Metropolitan Area

Linwood is a small town in Kansas with a population of 317. Residents earn $63,902 per year, which is 15% below the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
317 Population 537/sq mi density
$63,902 Median Income $31,199 per capita
$210,000 Home Value $434,697 Zillow
$933 Median Rent 17.5% income on rent
55°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.9 / 5.0
$63,902 median income, 4.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.8 / 5.0
$210,000 home value, $933/mo rent
C+
Education
2.7 / 5.0
21.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $63,902
15% lower than US avg
Home Value $210,000
26% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 21.4%
36% lower than US avg
Median Rent $933
20% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.2%
16% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.7%
31% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.2%
74% lower than US avg

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

People

Population317
Median Age29.0 yrs
Density537/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 90%
Veterans8.9%

Economy

B+
Median Income$63,902
Per Capita$31,199
Unemployment4.7%
Poverty3.2%
County GDP$4,052M
Commute35 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$210,000
Rent$933
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$434,697
Rent Burden17.5%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity37.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.1%
Heart Disease5.0%

Climate

Avg Temp55°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain35.6 in/yr
Elevation805 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+21.4%
High School+88.5%
School Score5.80

Community

2024 VoteR 60% / D 38%
Commute35 min
Broadband94.0%
Libraries5

Is Linwood a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Linwood receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing, a low poverty rate, strong internet connectivity. Linwood offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Linwood is $63,902, 15% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.7%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 3.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Linwood is $210,000, 26% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $933 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.3x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

21.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Linwood experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 35.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Linwood has a population of 317 with a density of 537 people per square mile. The median age is 29.0 years, 25% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (89.9%), with 1.9% Hispanic.

Population

317
Total Population
537
People / sq mi
29.0yrs
Median Age
25% below US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.2%
Female 50.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Linwood vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only95.7%
22% above US avg
Spanish4.3%
68% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Linwood vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Linwood is $63,902, which is 15% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 3.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes.

Income: Linwood vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$63,902
15% below US avg
Per Capita Income$31,199
Avg Weekly Wage$1,135
IRS Avg AGI$77,808

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.7%
31% above US avg
Poverty Rate3.2%
74% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,756
County GDP$4,052M

Business (County)

Restaurants122
Healthcare132
Retail156
Manufacturing35

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,360
53% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.55%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time34.7 min
Drive Alone88.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Linwood is $210,000, 26% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $933 (20% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $434,697.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$210,000
26% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$434,697

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$933
20% below US avg
Rent Burden17.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied88.7%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,360
53% above US avg
Effective Rate2.55%
In Linwood, 37.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.1% report depression. 19.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.2%
16% above US avg
Diabetes8.5%
Heart Disease5.0%
High Blood Pressure28.1%
Asthma10.0%
COPD5.0%
Stroke2.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.1%
Physical Inactivity19.8%
Depression22.1%
Mental Distress16.1%
Physical Distress10.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate86.9%
Checkup Rate74.2%
Premature Death8,274/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.8/10
Exercise Access75.4%
Healthcare Facilities132

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10

Safety Score

Linwood has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 35.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

29°F Jan (-2°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average55.2°F
2% above US avg
January Average29°F (-2°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall35.6 inches
6% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation805 ft (245 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.5 km²)
Population Density537/sq mi
Coordinates39.0020°N, 95.0371°W
County FIPS20103
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 21.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (36% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 22.8-point margin. 94.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 60.4%
D 37.6%

Winner: Republican by 22.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+21.4%
36% below US avg
High School+88.5%
School Test Score5.80
C+ Education Grade (2.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density537/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.0%
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities132
Restaurants122
Retail Stores156

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute34.7 min
Drive Alone88.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.1%

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