Median Income $39,375

48% lower than US avg

Home Value $29,100

90% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 12.8%

62% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 38.8%

21% higher than US avg

Unemployment 1.9%

47% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 16.0%

29% higher than US avg

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

People

Population120

Median Age47.0 yrs

Density120/mi²

Male / Female53% / 48%

Largest GroupWhite 100%

Veterans97.0%

Economy

Median Income$39,375

Per Capita$24,308

Unemployment1.9%

Poverty16.0%

County GDP$196M

Commute29 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$29,100

RentN/A

OwnershipN/A

Housing Units97

Health

Obesity38.8%

Uninsured10.7%

Smoking16.6%

Depression22.5%

Heart Disease5.8%

Climate

Avg Temp54°F (12°C)

AQI39 (Good)

Sunny Days297/yr

Elevation2,138 ft (652 m)

Education

Bachelor's+12.8%

High School+92.6%

Graduate+1.1%

School Score5.80

Community

2024 VoteR 82% / D 16%

Commute29 min

Broadband66.0%

Libraries4

Is McCracken a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, McCracken receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. McCracken offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in McCracken is $39,375, 48% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.9%. The poverty rate of 16.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in McCracken is $29,100, 90% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 0.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

12.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

McCracken experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 79°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.

McCracken has a population of 120 with a density of 120 people per square mile. The median age is 47.0 years, 21% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

120

Total Population

120

People / sq mi

47.0yrs

Median Age

21% above US avg

1.0mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.5%

Female 47.5%

Race & Ethnicity

McCracken vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	100.0%
	27% above US avg
Spanish	0.0%
	100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

McCracken vs U.S. Average

The median household income in McCracken is $39,375, which is 48% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 16.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Income: McCracken vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$39,375
	48% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$24,308
Avg Weekly Wage	$852
IRS Avg AGI	$56,126

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	1.9%
	47% below US avg
Poverty Rate	16.0%
	29% above US avg
Establishments (County)	116
County GDP	$196M

Business (County)

Restaurants	4
Healthcare	10
Retail	17
Manufacturing	7

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$3,333
	5% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate	11.45%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	28.6 min
Drive Alone	85.4%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in McCracken is $29,100, 90% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$29,100
	90% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied	90.9%
Housing Units	97
Median Year Built	1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$3,333
	5% below US avg
Effective Rate	11.45%

In McCracken, 38.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 10.7% of residents lack health insurance. 16.6% are current smokers. 22.5% report depression. 27.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	38.8%
	21% above US avg
Diabetes	9.9%
Heart Disease	5.8%
High Blood Pressure	31.9%
Asthma	10.1%
COPD	6.9%
Cancer	7.3%
Stroke	3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	16.6%
	19% above US avg
Binge Drinking	18.0%
Physical Inactivity	27.8%
Depression	22.5%
Mental Distress	17.8%
Physical Distress	12.8%
Short Sleep	36.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	87.1%
Uninsured	10.7%
	24% above US avg
Checkup Rate	73.5%
Dental Visits	56.5%
Premature Death	17,778/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	7.5/10
Exercise Access	45.1%
Healthcare Facilities	10

McCracken has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 79°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) 79°F Jul (26°C)

Annual Average	53.5°F
	1% below US avg
January Average	30°F (-1°C)
July Average	79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days	297 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median	39.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	2,138 ft (652 m)
Area	1.0 sq mi (2.6 km²)
Population Density	120/sq mi
Coordinates	38.5821°N, 99.5684°W
Timezone	America/Chicago
County FIPS	20165

It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 12.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (62% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 65.4-point margin. 66.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 81.9%

D 16.4%

Winner: Republican by 65.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	12.8%
	62% below US avg
High School+	92.6%
Graduate Degree+	1.1%
School Test Score	5.80

C Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9	Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density	120/sq mi
Total Area	1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	66.0%
Public Libraries	4
Healthcare Facilities	10
Restaurants	4
Retail Stores	17

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	28.6 min
Drive Alone	85.4%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

McCracken, KS

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

People

Economy

Housing

Health

Climate

Education

Community

Is McCracken a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

Cost of Living & Housing

Education

Climate & Weather

Population

Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

McCracken vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

McCracken vs U.S. Average

Income: McCracken 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: McCracken 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

Nearby Cities