Lost Springs, KS

Lost Springs, KS

At a Glance

How Lost Springs Compares to the U.S. Average

Each bar shows Lost Springs's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)

Is Lost Springs a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

Lost Springs residents earn a median household income of $42,679 , which is 43% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $16,169. The unemployment rate stands at 0.0% (100% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 31.3% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 168 business establishments, including 13 restaurants.

Housing & Cost of Living

The median home value in Lost Springs is $17,500 , 94% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $107,785. The cost of living index is 90.1 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1954.

Safety & Crime

Lost Springs reports 165 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 57% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 2,305/100K.

Education

8.6% of adults in Lost Springs hold a bachelor's degree or higher (74% below the national average). 68.6% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.9/10 in standardized testing.

Climate & Weather

Lost Springs has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. The area gets 302 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 34.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

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