Kansas
Lucas is a small town in Kansas with a population of 449. Residents earn $39,453 per year, which is 48% below the national average.
Based on current data, Lucas receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Lucas offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in Lucas is $39,453, 48% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.9%. The poverty rate of 23.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 14 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
The median home value in Lucas is $52,800, 81% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $531 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
17.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.
Lucas experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 28.6 inches, including 17.6 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 | $39,453 |
| 48% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $24,944 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $881 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $56,756 |
| Unemployment | 1.9% |
| 47% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 23.0% |
| 85% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 111 |
| County GDP | $148M |
| Restaurants | 7 |
| Healthcare | 8 |
| Retail | 10 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,200 |
| 9% below US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 6.06% |
| Commute Time | 14.2 min |
| Work from Home | 2.3% |
| Census Median | $52,800 |
| 81% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $97,733 |
| Census Median Rent | $531 |
| 54% below US avg |
| Studio | $702 |
| 1 Bedroom | $753 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $947 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,223 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,397 |
| Owner-Occupied | 90.0% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,200 |
| 9% below US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 6.06% |
| Obesity | 40.5% |
| 26% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 9.4% |
| Heart Disease | 5.7% |
| High Blood Pressure | 31.2% |
| Asthma | 11.2% |
| COPD | 6.9% |
| Stroke | 3.0% |
| Binge Drinking | 17.3% |
| Physical Inactivity | 26.5% |
| Depression | 23.4% |
| Mental Distress | 19.3% |
| Physical Distress | 13.1% |
| Insurance Rate | 85.9% |
| Checkup Rate | 73.9% |
| Premature Death | 9,735/100K |
| Food Environment | 7.6/10 |
| Exercise Access | 45.4% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 8 |
| FEMA Disasters | 91 |
| Annual Average | 53.2°F |
| 1% below US avg | |
| January Average | 28°F (-2°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 28.6 inches |
| 25% below US avg | |
| Snowfall | 17.6 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 39.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 1,495 ft (456 m) |
| Area | 0.6 sq mi (1.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 736/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 39.0587°N, 98.5377°W |
| County FIPS | 20105 |
Winner: Republican by 65.2 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 17.8% |
| 47% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 93.5% |
| School Test Score | 5.80 |
| RUCC Code 9 | Nonmetro — Rural |
| Population Density | 736/sq mi |
| Total Area | 0.6 sq mi |
| Public Libraries | 2 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 8 |
| Restaurants | 7 |
| Retail Stores | 10 |
| FEMA Disaster Declarations | 91 |
| Avg Commute | 14.2 min |
| Work from Home | 2.3% |