Longford, KS

Kansas

Longford is a small town in Kansas with a population of 44. Residents earn $55,000 per year, which is 27% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
44 Population 314/sq mi density
$55,000 Median Income $27,793 per capita
$60,000 Home Value
54°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.9 / 5.0
$55,000 median income, 7.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$60,000 home value
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
11.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $55,000
27% lower than US avg
Home Value $60,000
79% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 11.1%
67% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.0%
18% higher than US avg
Unemployment 7.5%
108% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 13.3%
7% higher than US avg

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

People

Population44
Median Age49.5 yrs
Density314/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans39.0%

Economy

C+
Median Income$55,000
Per Capita$27,793
Unemployment7.5%
Poverty13.3%
County GDP$352M
Commute45 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$60,000
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Health

Obesity38.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.0%
Heart Disease5.6%

Climate

Avg Temp54°F (12°C)
AQI39 (Good)
Rain31.9 in/yr
Elevation1,361 ft (415 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+11.1%
High School+94.4%
School Score5.80

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 21%
Commute45 min
Broadband24.0%
Libraries3

Is Longford a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Longford receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes, long commute times. Longford offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Longford is $55,000, 27% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 7.5% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 13.3% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 45 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Longford is $60,000, 79% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

11.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Longford experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 31.9 inches, including 10.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Longford has a population of 44 with a density of 314 people per square mile. The median age is 49.5 years, 27% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

44
Total Population
314
People / sq mi
49.5yrs
Median Age
27% above US avg
0.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.3%
Female 47.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Longford vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Longford vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Longford is $55,000, which is 27% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 7.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 13.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 45 minutes.

Income: Longford vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$55,000
27% below US avg
Per Capita Income$27,793
Avg Weekly Wage$772
IRS Avg AGI$61,464

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment7.5%
108% above US avg
Poverty Rate13.3%
7% above US avg
Establishments (County)284
County GDP$352M

Business (County)

Restaurants17
Healthcare24
Retail42
Manufacturing10

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,450
1% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate5.75%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time45.3 min
Drive Alone86.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Longford is $60,000, 79% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$60,000
79% 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)$3,450
1% below US avg
Effective Rate5.75%
In Longford, 38.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 24.0% report depression. 23.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.0%
18% above US avg
Diabetes8.7%
Heart Disease5.6%
High Blood Pressure29.6%
Asthma10.9%
COPD6.5%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.3%
Physical Inactivity23.3%
Depression24.0%
Mental Distress18.5%
Physical Distress12.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate90.6%
Checkup Rate70.2%
Premature Death6,001/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.6/10
Exercise Access56.3%
Healthcare Facilities24
Longford has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation is 31.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

28°F Jan (-2°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average54.3°F
1% above US avg
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall31.9 inches
16% below US avg
Snowfall10.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,361 ft (415 m)
Area0.1 sq mi (0.4 km²)
Population Density314/sq mi
Coordinates39.1721°N, 97.3291°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS20027
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 11.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (67% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 55.5-point margin. 24.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 76.6%
D 21.1%

Winner: Republican by 55.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+11.1%
67% below US avg
High School+94.4%
School Test Score5.80
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density314/sq mi
Total Area0.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access24.0%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities24
Restaurants17
Retail Stores42

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute45.3 min
Drive Alone86.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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