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Melvern, KS
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Melvern, KS
At a Glance
How Melvern Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Melvern's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Melvern a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Melvern residents earn a median household income of $57,250 , which is 24% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $28,687. The unemployment rate stands at 2.5% (31% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 10.8% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 370 business establishments, including 27 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Melvern is $90,000 , 68% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $197,135. Median rent is $539/month, with 13.6% 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 1963.
Safety & Crime
Melvern reports 69 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 82% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,524/100K.
Education
23.2% of adults in Melvern hold a bachelor's degree or higher (31% below the national average). 94.6% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.0/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Melvern has an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. The area gets 302 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 38.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.