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Louisville, KS

Kansas · Metropolitan Area

Louisville is a small town in Kansas with a population of 174.

1.5 /5.0
D Poor
174 Population 348/sq mi density
$55,300 Home Value
$1,104 Median Rent 47.5% income on rent
55°F Avg Temperature 302 sunny days/yr
D
Overall
1.5 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Education
1.5 / 5.0
6.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Home Value $55,300
80% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 6.8%
80% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,104
5% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 33.9%
6% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.6%
83% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.5%
72% lower than US avg

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

People

Population174
Median Age64.6 yrs
Density348/mi²
Male / Female74% / 26%
Largest GroupWhite 98%
Veterans35.5%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$30,954
Unemployment0.6%
Poverty3.5%
County GDP$1,591M
Commute38 min

Housing

Home Value$55,300
Rent$1,104
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units138
Rent Burden47.5%

Health

Obesity33.9%
Uninsured6.0%
Smoking12.0%
Depression19.8%
Heart Disease4.9%

Climate

Avg Temp55°F (13°C)
AQI39 (Good)
Rain34.7 in/yr
Sunny Days302/yr
Elevation1,010 ft (308 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+6.8%
High School+89.5%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.80

Community

2024 VoteR 73% / D 25%
Commute38 min
Broadband90.7%
Libraries5

Is Louisville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Louisville receives an overall livability score of 1.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of D. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include long commute times. Louisville faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.6%. Only 3.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 38 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Louisville is $55,300, 80% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,104 per month.

Education

6.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Louisville experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. With 302 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 34.7 inches, including 16.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Louisville has a population of 174 with a density of 348 people per square mile. The median age is 64.6 years, 66% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97.7%).

Population

174
Total Population
348
People / sq mi
64.6yrs
Median Age
66% above US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 74.1%
Female 25.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Louisville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.0%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.0%
93% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Louisville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Louisville is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 38 minutes.

Income: Louisville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$30,954
Avg Weekly Wage$989
IRS Avg AGI$81,037

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.6%
83% below US avg
Poverty Rate3.5%
72% below US avg
Establishments (County)747
County GDP$1,591M

Business (County)

Restaurants50
Healthcare64
Retail86
Manufacturing31

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,316
23% above US avg
Cost of Living90.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate7.80%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time37.9 min
Drive Alone82.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Louisville is $55,300, 80% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,104 (5% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$55,300
80% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,104
5% below US avg
Rent Burden47.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied93.0%
Housing Units138
Median Year Built1985

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,316
23% above US avg
Effective Rate7.80%
In Louisville, 33.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 6.0% of residents lack health insurance. 12.0% are current smokers. 19.8% report depression. 19.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity33.9%
6% above US avg
Diabetes7.5%
Heart Disease4.9%
High Blood Pressure29.1%
Asthma9.3%
COPD4.7%
Cancer7.6%
Stroke2.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking12.0%
14% below US avg
Binge Drinking20.6%
Physical Inactivity19.3%
Depression19.8%
Mental Distress15.3%
Physical Distress9.7%
Short Sleep36.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate83.2%
Uninsured6.0%
30% below US avg
Primary Care1:1,357
Dentists1:4,379
Mental Health1:2,638
Checkup Rate73.2%
Dental Visits69.2%
Premature Death7,314/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.0/10
Exercise Access45.3%
Healthcare Facilities64
Louisville has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 34.7 inches. The area enjoys 302 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

29°F Jan (-2°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average54.5°F
1% above US avg
January Average29°F (-2°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days302 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall34.7 inches
9% below US avg
Snowfall16.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,010 ft (308 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.3 km²)
Population Density348/sq mi
Coordinates39.2499°N, 96.3145°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS20149
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 6.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (80% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 47.6-point margin. 90.7% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 72.8%
D 25.2%

Winner: Republican by 47.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+6.8%
80% below US avg
High School+89.5%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.80
D Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density348/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access90.7%
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities64
Restaurants50
Retail Stores86

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute37.9 min
Drive Alone82.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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