Milford, KS

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.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
307 Population 539/sq mi density
$73,750 Median Income $34,092 per capita
$181,300 Home Value $319,067 Zillow
$797 Median Rent 13.1% income on rent
55°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$73,750 median income, 3.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$181,300 home value, $797/mo rent
C
Education
2.1 / 5.0
13.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $73,750
2% lower than US avg
Home Value $181,300
36% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 13.9%
59% lower than US avg
Median Rent $797
31% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 32.7%
2% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.5%
3% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 14.9%
20% higher than US avg

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

People

Population307
Median Age39.3 yrs
Density539/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 87%
Veterans20.6%

Economy

B+
Median Income$73,750
Per Capita$34,092
Unemployment3.5%
Poverty14.9%
County GDP$3,814M
Commute29 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$181,300
Rent$797
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$319,067
Rent Burden13.1%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity32.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.0%
Heart Disease5.7%

Climate

Avg Temp55°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain32.9 in/yr
Elevation1,185 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+13.9%
High School+84.1%
School Score5.80

Community

2024 VoteR 48% / D 50%
Commute29 min
Broadband92.6%
Libraries3

Is Milford a Good Place to Live?

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.

Economy & Jobs

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.

Cost of Living & Housing

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.

Education

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.

Climate & Weather

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.

Milford has a population of 307 with a density of 539 people per square mile. The median age is 39.3 years, 1% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (87%), with 3.9% Hispanic.

Population

307
Total Population
539
People / sq mi
39.3yrs
Median Age
1% above US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.1%
Female 47.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Milford vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.3%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.7%
80% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Milford vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Milford is $73,750, which is 2% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 14.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Income: Milford vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$73,750
2% below US avg
Per Capita Income$34,092
Avg Weekly Wage$1,007
IRS Avg AGI$75,031

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.5%
3% below US avg
Poverty Rate14.9%
20% above US avg
Establishments (County)2,032
County GDP$3,814M

Business (County)

Restaurants165
Healthcare226
Retail226
Manufacturing28

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,783
94% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.74%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.5 min
Drive Alone73.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Milford is $181,300, 36% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $797 (31% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $319,067.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$181,300
36% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$319,067

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$797
31% below US avg
Rent Burden13.1%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied57.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,783
94% above US avg
Effective Rate3.74%
In Milford, 32.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.0% report depression. 25.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity32.7%
2% above US avg
Diabetes9.4%
Heart Disease5.7%
High Blood Pressure31.8%
Asthma10.3%
COPD6.4%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.6%
Physical Inactivity25.5%
Depression22.0%
Mental Distress17.6%
Physical Distress12.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.2%
Checkup Rate75.7%
Premature Death5,337/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment5.7/10
Exercise Access88.6%
Healthcare Facilities226

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Safety Score

Milford has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 32.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

29°F Jan (-2°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average54.7°F
1% above US avg
January Average29°F (-2°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall32.9 inches
13% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,185 ft (361 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.5 km²)
Population Density539/sq mi
Coordinates39.1729°N, 96.9104°W
County FIPS20161
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 13.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (59% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 1.8-point margin. 92.6% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 47.8%
D 49.6%

Winner: Democrat by 1.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+13.9%
59% below US avg
High School+84.1%
School Test Score5.80
C Education Grade (2.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density539/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access92.6%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities226
Restaurants165
Retail Stores226

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute28.5 min
Drive Alone73.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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