Mayfield, KS

Kansas · Metropolitan Area

Mayfield is a small town in Kansas with a population of 74. Residents earn $43,750 per year, which is 42% below the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
74 Population 247/sq mi density
$43,750 Median Income $29,003 per capita
$70,800 Home Value
$933 Median Rent 26.7% income on rent
57°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$43,750 median income, 5.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$70,800 home value, $933/mo rent
B+
Education
3.7 / 5.0
34.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $43,750
42% lower than US avg
Home Value $70,800
75% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 34.1%
1% higher than US avg
Median Rent $933
20% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 33.2%
3% higher than US avg
Unemployment 5.0%
39% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.1%
35% lower than US avg

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

People

Population74
Median Age31.5 yrs
Density247/mi²
Male / Female58% / 42%
Largest GroupWhite 96%
Veterans58.0%

Economy

B
Median Income$43,750
Per Capita$29,003
Unemployment5.0%
Poverty8.1%
County GDP$878M
Commute19 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$70,800
Rent$933
OwnershipN/A
Rent Burden26.7%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity33.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.6%
Heart Disease5.1%

Climate

Avg Temp57°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain33.1 in/yr
Elevation1,282 ft

Education

B+
Bachelor's+34.1%
High School+97.7%
School Score5.80

Community

2024 VoteR 74% / D 24%
Commute19 min
Broadband35.0%
Libraries7

Is Mayfield a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Mayfield receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Mayfield stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Mayfield is $43,750, 42% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.0% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 8.1% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Mayfield is $70,800, 75% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $933 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 34.1% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 97.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Mayfield enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F. Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 33.1 inches, including 6.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Mayfield has a population of 74 with a density of 247 people per square mile. The median age is 31.5 years, 19% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95.9%), with 4.1% Hispanic.

Population

74
Total Population
247
People / sq mi
31.5yrs
Median Age
19% below US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 58.1%
Female 41.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Mayfield vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Mayfield vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Mayfield is $43,750, which is 42% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 8.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes.

Income: Mayfield vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$43,750
42% below US avg
Per Capita Income$29,003
Avg Weekly Wage$842
IRS Avg AGI$63,817

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.0%
39% above US avg
Poverty Rate8.1%
35% below US avg
Establishments (County)640
County GDP$878M

Business (County)

Restaurants44
Healthcare52
Retail63
Manufacturing32

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,670
5% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate5.18%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time18.5 min
Drive Alone89.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Mayfield is $70,800, 75% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $933 (20% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$70,800
75% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$933
20% below US avg
Rent Burden26.7%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied77.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,670
5% above US avg
Effective Rate5.18%
In Mayfield, 33.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.6% report depression. 20.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity33.2%
3% above US avg
Diabetes8.1%
Heart Disease5.1%
High Blood Pressure27.2%
Asthma9.7%
COPD5.7%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.0%
Physical Inactivity20.5%
Depression21.6%
Mental Distress16.3%
Physical Distress10.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.0%
Checkup Rate68.4%
Premature Death10,708/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.0/10
Exercise Access41.4%
Healthcare Facilities52

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Safety Score

Mayfield has an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 33.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

33°F Jan (0°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average56.8°F
5% above US avg
January Average33°F (0°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall33.1 inches
13% below US avg
Snowfall6.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,282 ft (391 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.8 km²)
Population Density247/sq mi
Coordinates37.2631°N, 97.5404°W
County FIPS20191
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 34.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (1% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 50.1-point margin. 35.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 74%
D 24%

Winner: Republican by 50.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+34.1%
1% above US avg
High School+97.7%
School Test Score5.80
B+ Education Grade (3.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density247/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access35.0%
Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities52
Restaurants44
Retail Stores63

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute18.5 min
Drive Alone89.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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