McPherson, KS
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McPherson, KS
At a Glance
How McPherson Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows McPherson's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is McPherson a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
McPherson residents earn a median household income of $77,746 , which is 3% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $34,490. The unemployment rate stands at 2.2% (39% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 8.2% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 974 business establishments, including 75 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in McPherson is $204,300 , 28% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $218,830. Median rent is $898/month, with 25.4% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 90.1 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1979.
Safety & Crime
McPherson reports 144 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 62% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,415/100K.
Education
35.9% of adults in McPherson hold a bachelor's degree or higher (7% above the national average). 94.7% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.7/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
McPherson has an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 33.6 inches.