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McLouth, KS

Kansas · Metropolitan Area

McLouth is a small town in Kansas with a population of 891. Residents earn $70,703 per year, which is 6% below the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
891 Population 1,536/sq mi density
$70,703 Median Income $30,296 per capita
$164,400 Home Value $341,699 Zillow
$1,071 Median Rent 24.1% income on rent
55°F Avg Temperature 302 sunny days/yr
117 Violent Crime/100K 2,345 property/100K
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.4 / 5.0
$70,703 median income, 0.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$164,400 home value, $1,071/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
117 violent crimes/100K (69% below avg)
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
15.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $70,703
6% lower than US avg
Home Value $164,400
42% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 117/100K
69% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 15.4%
54% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,071
8% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.3%
7% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.7%
81% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.1%
83% lower than US avg

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

People

Population891
Median Age37.0 yrs
Density1,536/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 86%
Veterans5.0%

Economy

A
Median Income$70,703
Per Capita$30,296
Unemployment0.7%
Poverty2.1%
County GDP$4,052M
Commute39 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$164,400
Rent$1,071
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$341,699
Housing Units381
Rent Burden24.1%

Crime

F
Violent117/100K
Property2,345/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault117/100K
Burglary352/100K

Health

Obesity34.3%
Uninsured7.8%
Smoking14.8%
Depression22.5%
Heart Disease5.1%

Climate

Avg Temp55°F (13°C)
AQI39 (Good)
Rain38.3 in/yr
Sunny Days302/yr
Elevation1,167 ft (356 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+15.4%
High School+90.2%
Graduate+7.0%
School Score5.80

Community

2024 VoteR 60% / D 38%
Commute39 min
Broadband92.1%
Libraries5

Is McLouth a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, McLouth receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include long commute times. McLouth offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in McLouth is $70,703, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.7%. Only 2.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 39 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in McLouth is $164,400, 42% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,071 per month. At just 2.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

McLouth is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 117 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,345 per 100,000, near the national average.

Education

15.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

McLouth experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. With 302 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 38.3 inches, including 16.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

McLouth has a population of 891 with a density of 1,536 people per square mile. The median age is 37.0 years, 5% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (86.1%), with 8% Hispanic.

Population

891
Total Population
1,536
People / sq mi
37.0yrs
Median Age
5% below US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.6%
Female 50.4%

Race & Ethnicity

McLouth vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only95.0%
21% above US avg
Spanish5.0%
63% below US avg

Social Characteristics

McLouth vs U.S. Average

The median household income in McLouth is $70,703, which is 6% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 39 minutes.

Income: McLouth vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$70,703
6% below US avg
Per Capita Income$30,296
Avg Weekly Wage$1,135
IRS Avg AGI$77,808

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.7%
81% below US avg
Poverty Rate2.1%
83% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,756
County GDP$4,052M

Business (County)

Restaurants122
Healthcare132
Retail156
Manufacturing35

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,360
53% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.26%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time38.7 min
Drive Alone84.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.4%

Walkability

The median home value in McLouth is $164,400, 42% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,071 (8% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $341,699.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$164,400
42% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$341,699

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$191
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio92.2%
Price Drops33.3%
Inventory3

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,071
8% below US avg
Rent Burden24.1%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied69.7%
Housing Units381
Median Year Built1974

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,360
53% above US avg
Effective Rate3.26%
In McLouth, 34.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.8% of residents lack health insurance. 14.8% are current smokers. 22.5% report depression. 23.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.3%
7% above US avg
Diabetes8.6%
Heart Disease5.1%
High Blood Pressure29.1%
Asthma10.3%
COPD5.8%
Cancer7.3%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking14.8%
6% above US avg
Binge Drinking19.7%
Physical Inactivity23.2%
Depression22.5%
Mental Distress17.3%
Physical Distress11.5%
Short Sleep34.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.8%
Uninsured7.8%
9% below US avg
Checkup Rate75.4%
Dental Visits64.3%
Premature Death8,274/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.8/10
Exercise Access75.4%
Healthcare Facilities132
McLouth has a violent crime rate of 117 per 100,000 residents, 69% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 2,345 per 100,000 (20% above US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent117.2/100K
69% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault117.2/100K

Property Crime

Total Property2,344.7/100K
20% above US avg
Burglary351.7/100K
Theft1,993.0/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
McLouth has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 38.3 inches. The area enjoys 302 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

28°F Jan (-2°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average54.5°F
1% above US avg
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days302 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall38.3 inches
1% above US avg
Snowfall16.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,167 ft (356 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.5 km²)
Population Density1,536/sq mi
Coordinates39.1964°N, 95.2086°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS20103
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 15.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (54% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 22.8-point margin. 92.1% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 60.4%
D 37.6%

Winner: Republican by 22.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+15.4%
54% below US avg
High School+90.2%
Graduate Degree+7.0%
School Test Score5.80
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density1,536/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access92.1%
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities132
Restaurants122
Retail Stores156

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute38.7 min
Drive Alone84.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.4%

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