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Long Island, KS

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Long Island is a small town in Kansas with a population of 143. Residents earn $69,375 per year, which is 8% below the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
143 Population 349/sq mi density
$69,375 Median Income $27,457 per capita
$90,000 Home Value
53°F Avg Temperature 326 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.3 / 5.0
$69,375 median income, 2.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$90,000 home value
C+
Education
2.8 / 5.0
22.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $69,375
8% lower than US avg
Home Value $90,000
68% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 22.8%
32% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 42.7%
33% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.4%
33% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.9%
60% lower than US avg

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

People

Population143
Median Age28.1 yrs
Density349/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 97%
Veterans83.0%

Economy

A
Median Income$69,375
Per Capita$27,457
Unemployment2.4%
Poverty4.9%
County GDP$604M
Commute17 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$90,000
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units35
Rent Burden12.5%

Health

Obesity42.7%
Uninsured10.6%
Smoking18.1%
Depression23.3%
Heart Disease6.1%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (12°C)
AQI39 (Good)
Rain23.1 in/yr
Sunny Days326/yr
Elevation2,071 ft (631 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+22.8%
High School+91.1%
Graduate+7.6%
School Score5.80

Community

2024 VoteR 86% / D 12%
Commute17 min
Broadband47.0%
Libraries6

Is Long Island a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Long Island receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Long Island stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Long Island is $69,375, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.4%. Only 4.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Long Island is $90,000, 68% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

22.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Long Island experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. With 326 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 23.1 inches, including 21.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Long Island has a population of 143 with a density of 349 people per square mile. The median age is 28.1 years, 28% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.5%), with 1.4% Hispanic.

Population

143
Total Population
349
People / sq mi
28.1yrs
Median Age
28% below US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.2%
Female 53.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Long Island vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Long Island vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Long Island is $69,375, which is 8% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes.

Income: Long Island vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$69,375
8% below US avg
Per Capita Income$27,457
Avg Weekly Wage$880
IRS Avg AGI$58,081

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.4%
33% below US avg
Poverty Rate4.9%
60% below US avg
Establishments (County)234
County GDP$604M

Business (County)

Restaurants16
Healthcare20
Retail35
Manufacturing10

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,117
11% below US avg
Cost of Living90.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate3.46%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time16.9 min
Drive Alone87.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Long Island is $90,000, 68% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$90,000
68% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden12.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied80.9%
Housing Units35
Median Year Built1948

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,117
11% below US avg
Effective Rate3.46%
In Long Island, 42.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 10.6% of residents lack health insurance. 18.1% are current smokers. 23.3% report depression. 29.1% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Long Island vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity42.7%
33% above US avg
Diabetes10.6%
Heart Disease6.1%
High Blood Pressure32.5%
Asthma10.6%
COPD7.6%
Cancer7.3%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking18.1%
29% above US avg
Binge Drinking17.1%
Physical Inactivity29.1%
Depression23.3%
Mental Distress18.8%
Physical Distress13.7%
Short Sleep37.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.3%
Uninsured10.6%
23% above US avg
Primary Care1:4,815
Dentists1:2,404
Mental Health1:476
Checkup Rate74.1%
Dental Visits58.9%
Premature Death9,288/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.0/10
Exercise Access66.3%
Healthcare Facilities20
Long Island 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. The area enjoys 326 sunny days per year. 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)
Sunny Days326 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

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

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation2,071 ft (631 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (1.1 km²)
Population Density349/sq mi
Coordinates39.9461°N, 99.5339°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS20147
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 22.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (32% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 73.7-point margin. 47.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 85.8%
D 12.1%

Winner: Republican by 73.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+22.8%
32% below US avg
High School+91.1%
Graduate Degree+7.6%
School Test Score5.80
C+ Education Grade (2.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density349/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access47.0%
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities20
Restaurants16
Retail Stores35

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute16.9 min
Drive Alone87.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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