Median Income $55,750

26% lower than US avg

Home Value $50,000

82% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 3.3%

90% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 39.1%

22% higher than US avg

Unemployment 5.2%

44% higher than US avg

Poverty Rate 18.4%

48% higher than US avg

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

People

Population152

Median Age32.6 yrs

Density608/mi²

Male / Female43% / 57%

Largest GroupWhite 82%

Veterans94.0%

Economy

Median Income$55,750

Per Capita$23,164

Unemployment5.2%

Poverty18.4%

County GDP$310M

Commute20 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$50,000

RentN/A

OwnershipN/A

Housing Units78

Rent Burden26.0%

Health

Obesity39.1%

Uninsured9.0%

Smoking14.5%

Depression21.9%

Heart Disease5.1%

Climate

Avg Temp55°F (13°C)

AQI39 (Good)

Rain30.8 in/yr

Sunny Days302/yr

Elevation1,791 ft (546 m)

Education

Bachelor's+3.3%

High School+94.5%

Graduate+9.7%

School Score5.80

Community

2024 VoteR 75% / D 23%

Commute20 min

Broadband54.0%

Libraries3

Is Lorraine a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Lorraine receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Lorraine offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Lorraine is $55,750, 26% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.2% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 18.4% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Lorraine is $50,000, 82% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 0.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

3.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Lorraine experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. With 302 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 30.8 inches, including 16.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Lorraine has a population of 152 with a density of 608 people per square mile. The median age is 32.6 years, 16% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (81.6%), with 18.4% Hispanic.

Population

152

Total Population

608

People / sq mi

32.6yrs

Median Age

16% below US avg

0.3mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 43.4%

Female 56.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Lorraine vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	100.0%
	27% above US avg
Spanish	0.0%
	100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Lorraine vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Lorraine is $55,750, which is 26% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 18.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Income: Lorraine vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$55,750
	26% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$23,164
Avg Weekly Wage	$955
IRS Avg AGI	$64,641

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	5.2%
	44% above US avg
Poverty Rate	18.4%
	48% above US avg
Establishments (County)	188
County GDP	$310M

Business (County)

Restaurants	15
Healthcare	18
Retail	23
Manufacturing	6

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$3,583
	2% above US avg
Cost of Living	90.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate	7.17%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	19.6 min
Drive Alone	68.9%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	25.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Lorraine is $50,000, 82% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$50,000
	82% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs


Rent Burden	26.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied	88.9%
Housing Units	78
Median Year Built	1940

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$3,583
	2% above US avg
Effective Rate	7.17%

In Lorraine, 39.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 9.0% of residents lack health insurance. 14.5% are current smokers. 21.9% report depression. 25.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	39.1%
	22% above US avg
Diabetes	9.1%
Heart Disease	5.1%
High Blood Pressure	30.4%
Asthma	10.5%
COPD	5.9%
Cancer	7.1%
Stroke	2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	14.5%
	4% above US avg
Binge Drinking	17.5%
Physical Inactivity	25.3%
Depression	21.9%
Mental Distress	17.5%
Physical Distress	12.0%
Short Sleep	35.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	89.8%
Uninsured	9.0%
	5% above US avg
Checkup Rate	74.7%
Dental Visits	62.2%
Premature Death	8,284/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	7.8/10
Exercise Access	61.5%
Healthcare Facilities	18

Lorraine has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation is 30.8 inches. The area enjoys 302 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)

Annual Average	54.7°F
	1% above US avg
January Average	30°F (-1°C)
July Average	80°F (27°C)
Sunny Days	302 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	30.8 inches
	19% below US avg
Snowfall	16.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	39.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	1,791 ft (546 m)
Area	0.3 sq mi (0.6 km²)
Population Density	608/sq mi
Coordinates	38.5690°N, 98.3173°W
Timezone	America/Chicago
County FIPS	20053

It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 3.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (90% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 52.3-point margin. 54.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 75.3%

D 23.1%

Winner: Republican by 52.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	3.3%
	90% below US avg
High School+	94.5%
Graduate Degree+	9.7%
School Test Score	5.80

F Education Grade (1.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9	Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density	608/sq mi
Total Area	0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	54.0%
Public Libraries	3
Healthcare Facilities	18
Restaurants	15
Retail Stores	23

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	4
FEMA Disaster Declarations	91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	19.6 min
Drive Alone	68.9%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	25.7%

Lorraine, KS

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

People

Economy

Housing

Health

Climate

Education

Community

Is Lorraine a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

Cost of Living & Housing

Education

Climate & Weather

Population

Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

Lorraine vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

Lorraine vs U.S. Average

Income: Lorraine vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Ownership & Property

Property Tax

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Food & Exercise

Temperature

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

Geography

2024 Presidential Election (County)

Education

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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