Kansas · Metropolitan Area
Milford is a small town in Kansas with a population of 307. Residents earn $73,750 per year, which is 2% below the national average.
Based on current data, Milford receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage, strong internet connectivity. Milford offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in Milford is $73,750, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.5%, indicating a healthy job market. 14.9% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.
The median home value in Milford is $181,300, 36% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $797 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
13.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 84.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.
Milford experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 32.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.
| English Only | 97.3% |
| 24% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 2.7% |
| 80% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $73,750 |
| 2% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $34,092 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,007 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $75,031 |
| Unemployment | 3.5% |
| 3% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 14.9% |
| 20% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 2,032 |
| County GDP | $3,814M |
| Restaurants | 165 |
| Healthcare | 226 |
| Retail | 226 |
| Manufacturing | 28 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $6,783 |
| 94% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 3.74% |
| Commute Time | 28.5 min |
| Drive Alone | 73.5% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |
| Census Median | $181,300 |
| 36% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $319,067 |
| Census Median Rent | $797 |
| 31% below US avg | |
| Rent Burden | 13.1% |
| Studio | $702 |
| 1 Bedroom | $753 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $947 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,223 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,397 |
| Owner-Occupied | 57.8% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $6,783 |
| 94% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 3.74% |
| Obesity | 32.7% |
| 2% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 9.4% |
| Heart Disease | 5.7% |
| High Blood Pressure | 31.8% |
| Asthma | 10.3% |
| COPD | 6.4% |
| Stroke | 3.0% |
| Binge Drinking | 17.6% |
| Physical Inactivity | 25.5% |
| Depression | 22.0% |
| Mental Distress | 17.6% |
| Physical Distress | 12.5% |
| Insurance Rate | 95.2% |
| Checkup Rate | 75.7% |
| Premature Death | 5,337/100K |
| Food Environment | 5.7/10 |
| Exercise Access | 88.6% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 226 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 3 |
| Annual Average | 54.7°F |
| 1% above US avg | |
| January Average | 29°F (-2°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 32.9 inches |
| 13% below US avg |
| AQI Median | 39.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 1,185 ft (361 m) |
| Area | 0.6 sq mi (1.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 539/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 39.1729°N, 96.9104°W |
| County FIPS | 20161 |
Winner: Democrat by 1.8 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 13.9% |
| 59% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 84.1% |
| School Test Score | 5.80 |
| RUCC Code 3 | Metro — under 250K |
| Population Density | 539/sq mi |
| Total Area | 0.6 sq mi |
| Broadband Access | 92.6% |
| Public Libraries | 3 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 226 |
| Restaurants | 165 |
| Retail Stores | 226 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 3 |
| Avg Commute | 28.5 min |
| Drive Alone | 73.5% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |