Bachelor's+ 2.5%

93% lower than US avg

Median Rent $1,110

5% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 37.0%

15% higher than US avg

Unemployment 0.8%

78% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 1.5%

88% lower than US avg

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

People

Population269

Median Age56.1 yrs

Density538/mi²

Male / Female74% / 26%

Largest GroupWhite 27%

Veterans1.7%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A

Per Capita$33,176

Unemployment0.8%

Poverty1.5%

County GDP$576M

Commute29 min

Housing

Home ValueN/A

Rent$1,110

OwnershipN/A

Housing Units72

Rent Burden41.7%

Health

Obesity37.0%

Uninsured10.9%

Smoking17.9%

Depression22.3%

Heart Disease6.2%

Climate

Avg Temp55°F (13°C)

AQI39 (Good)

Sunny Days297/yr

Elevation888 ft (271 m)

Education

Bachelor's+2.5%

High School+97.9%

Graduate+1.6%

School Score5.80

Community

2024 VoteR 82% / D 17%

Commute29 min

Broadband56.0%

Libraries6

Is Mapleton a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Mapleton receives an overall livability score of 1.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of F. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Mapleton faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.8%. Only 1.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

Renters pay a median of $1,110 per month.

Education

2.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 97.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Mapleton experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. With 297 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Mapleton has a population of 269 with a density of 538 people per square mile. The median age is 56.1 years, 44% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (26.8%).

Population

269

Total Population

538

People / sq mi

56.1yrs

Median Age

44% above US avg

0.5mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 73.6%

Female 26.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Mapleton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	65.0%
	17% below US avg
Spanish	35.0%
	161% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Mapleton vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Mapleton is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Income: Mapleton vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income


Per Capita Income	$33,176
Avg Weekly Wage	$959
IRS Avg AGI	$58,620

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	0.8%
	78% below US avg
Poverty Rate	1.5%
	88% below US avg
Establishments (County)	259
County GDP	$576M

Business (County)

Restaurants	16
Healthcare	12
Retail	35
Manufacturing	13

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$3,380
	3% below US avg

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	29.3 min
Drive Alone	91.2%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Walkability

Monthly rent averages $1,110 (5% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$1,110
	5% below US avg
Rent Burden	41.7%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied	66.1%
Housing Units	72
Median Year Built	1963

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$3,380
	3% below US avg

In Mapleton, 37.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 10.9% of residents lack health insurance. 17.9% are current smokers. 22.3% report depression. 30.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	37.0%
	15% above US avg
Diabetes	10.5%
Heart Disease	6.2%
High Blood Pressure	32.9%
Asthma	10.2%
COPD	7.3%
Cancer	7.0%
Stroke	3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	17.9%
	28% above US avg
Binge Drinking	17.9%
Physical Inactivity	30.3%
Depression	22.3%
Mental Distress	18.3%
Physical Distress	13.6%
Short Sleep	37.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	91.7%
Uninsured	10.9%
	27% above US avg
Checkup Rate	74.5%
Dental Visits	65.4%
Premature Death	13,559/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	8.0/10
Exercise Access	43.3%
Healthcare Facilities	12

Mapleton has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. The area enjoys 297 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)

Annual Average	55.0°F
	2% above US avg
January Average	30°F (-1°C)
July Average	78°F (26°C)
Sunny Days	297 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median	39.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	888 ft (271 m)
Area	0.5 sq mi (1.3 km²)
Population Density	538/sq mi
Coordinates	38.0157°N, 94.8841°W
Timezone	America/Chicago
County FIPS	20107

It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 2.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (93% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 64.6-point margin. 56.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 81.6%

D 17%

Winner: Republican by 64.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	2.5%
	93% below US avg
High School+	97.9%
Graduate Degree+	1.6%
School Test Score	5.80

F Education Grade (1.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1	Metro — 1 million+
Population Density	538/sq mi
Total Area	0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	56.0%
Public Libraries	6
Healthcare Facilities	12
Restaurants	16
Retail Stores	35

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	29.3 min
Drive Alone	91.2%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Mapleton, KS

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

People

Economy

Housing

Health

Climate

Education

Community

Is Mapleton a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

Cost of Living & Housing

Education

Climate & Weather

Population

Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

Mapleton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

Mapleton vs U.S. Average

Income: Mapleton 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: Mapleton 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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