Kansas
Longton is a small town in Kansas with a population of 286. Residents earn $40,938 per year, which is 46% below the national average.
Based on current data, Longton receives an overall livability score of 3.5 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, high obesity rates. Longton offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in Longton is $40,938, 46% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.3%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 16.1% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.
The median home value in Longton is $36,000, 87% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 0.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
15.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 98.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.
Longton enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 38.6 inches, including 6.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.
| English Only | 100.0% |
| 27% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $40,938 |
| 46% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $23,329 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $685 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $50,489 |
| Unemployment | 3.3% |
| 8% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 16.1% |
| 30% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 86 |
| County GDP | $102M |
| Restaurants | 5 |
| Healthcare | 5 |
| Retail | 12 |
| Commute Time | 32.2 min |
| Work from Home | 3.9% |
| Census Median | $36,000 |
| 87% below US avg |
| Studio | $702 |
| 1 Bedroom | $753 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $947 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,223 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,397 |
| Owner-Occupied | 91.9% |
| Obesity | 40.5% |
| 26% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 10.8% |
| Heart Disease | 6.5% |
| High Blood Pressure | 33.2% |
| Asthma | 11.0% |
| COPD | 8.1% |
| Stroke | 3.3% |
| Binge Drinking | 17.3% |
| Physical Inactivity | 31.5% |
| Depression | 24.4% |
| Mental Distress | 19.8% |
| Physical Distress | 14.2% |
| Insurance Rate | 78.8% |
| Checkup Rate | 74.4% |
| Premature Death | 10,720/100K |
| Food Environment | 6.2/10 |
| Exercise Access | 28.0% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 5 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 1 |
| Annual Average | 55.8°F |
| 3% above US avg | |
| January Average | 32°F (-0°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 38.6 inches |
| 2% above US avg | |
| Snowfall | 6.4 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 39.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 918 ft (280 m) |
| Area | 1.2 sq mi (3.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 242/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 37.3775°N, 96.0818°W |
| County FIPS | 20049 |
Winner: Republican by 69.7 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 15.9% |
| 53% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 98.6% |
| School Test Score | 5.80 |
| RUCC Code 8 | Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent |
| Population Density | 242/sq mi |
| Total Area | 1.2 sq mi |
| Public Libraries | 4 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 5 |
| Restaurants | 5 |
| Retail Stores | 12 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 1 |
| Avg Commute | 32.2 min |
| Work from Home | 3.9% |