Mayetta, KS

Kansas · Metropolitan Area

Mayetta is a small town in Kansas with a population of 347. Residents earn $56,250 per year, which is 25% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
347 Population 1,928/sq mi density
$56,250 Median Income $40,885 per capita
$68,300 Home Value $294,849 Zillow
$1,375 Median Rent 42.7% income on rent
53°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$56,250 median income, 7.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$68,300 home value, $1,375/mo rent
C+
Education
2.5 / 5.0
19.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $56,250
25% lower than US avg
Home Value $68,300
76% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 19.2%
43% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,375
18% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.3%
19% higher than US avg
Unemployment 7.7%
114% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 7.1%
43% lower than US avg

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

People

Population347
Median Age46.0 yrs
Density1,928/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 70%
Veterans9.0%

Economy

B
Median Income$56,250
Per Capita$40,885
Unemployment7.7%
Poverty7.1%
County GDP$508M
Commute22 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$68,300
Rent$1,375
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$294,849
Rent Burden42.7%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity38.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.0%
Heart Disease5.7%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain37.4 in/yr
Elevation1,192 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+19.2%
High School+95.0%
School Score5.80

Community

2024 VoteR 70% / D 28%
Commute22 min
Broadband89.2%
Libraries1

Is Mayetta a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Mayetta receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes. Mayetta offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Mayetta is $56,250, 25% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 7.7% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 7.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Mayetta is $68,300, 76% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,375 per month. At just 1.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

19.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Mayetta experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 37.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Mayetta has a population of 347 with a density of 1,928 people per square mile. The median age is 46.0 years, 18% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (70.3%), with 16.1% Hispanic, 1.4% Black.

Population

347
Total Population
1,928
People / sq mi
46.0yrs
Median Age
18% above US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49%
Female 51%

Race & Ethnicity

Mayetta vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.8%
25% above US avg
Spanish2.2%
84% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Mayetta vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Mayetta is $56,250, which is 25% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 7.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 7.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Income: Mayetta vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$56,250
25% below US avg
Per Capita Income$40,885
Avg Weekly Wage$891
IRS Avg AGI$64,805

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment7.7%
114% above US avg
Poverty Rate7.1%
43% below US avg
Establishments (County)324
County GDP$508M

Business (County)

Restaurants20
Healthcare27
Retail40
Manufacturing9

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,724
6% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate5.45%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.7 min
Drive Alone75.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Mayetta is $68,300, 76% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,375 (18% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $294,849.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$68,300
76% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$294,849

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,375
18% above US avg
Rent Burden42.7%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied70.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,724
6% above US avg
Effective Rate5.45%
In Mayetta, 38.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.0% report depression. 25.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.3%
19% above US avg
Diabetes9.8%
Heart Disease5.7%
High Blood Pressure30.9%
Asthma10.8%
COPD6.2%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.5%
Physical Inactivity25.1%
Depression22.0%
Mental Distress18.4%
Physical Distress12.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.3%
Checkup Rate74.1%
Premature Death9,798/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.4/10
Exercise Access48.4%
Healthcare Facilities27

Crime Rates: Mayetta vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Safety Score

Mayetta has an average annual temperature of 53°F (11°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 37.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-3°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average52.5°F
3% below US avg
January Average26°F (-3°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall37.4 inches
2% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,192 ft (363 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.5 km²)
Population Density1,928/sq mi
Coordinates39.3386°N, 95.7218°W
County FIPS20085
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 19.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (43% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 42.6-point margin. 89.2% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 70.4%
D 27.8%

Winner: Republican by 42.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+19.2%
43% below US avg
High School+95.0%
School Test Score5.80
C+ Education Grade (2.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density1,928/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access89.2%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities27
Restaurants20
Retail Stores40

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.7 min
Drive Alone75.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.9%

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