Home Value $71,700

75% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 42.5%

26% higher than US avg

Obesity Rate 38.1%

19% higher than US avg

Unemployment 0.0%

100% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 0.0%

100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population166

Median Age34.7 yrs

Density37/mi²

Male / Female53% / 47%

Largest GroupWhite 87%

Veterans0.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A

Per Capita$37,313

Unemployment0.0%

Poverty0.0%

County GDP$878M

Commute30 min

Housing

Home Value$71,700

RentN/A

OwnershipN/A

Zillow$243,742

Housing Units99

Rent Burden25.2%

Health

Obesity38.1%

Uninsured8.4%

Smoking15.1%

Depression22.1%

Heart Disease5.5%

Climate

Avg Temp57°F (14°C)

AQI39 (Good)

Rain33.1 in/yr

Sunny Days317/yr

Elevation1,458 ft (444 m)

Education

Bachelor's+42.5%

High School+73.6%

Graduate+18.5%

School Score5.80

Community

2024 VoteR 74% / D 24%

Commute30 min

Broadband61.0%

Libraries7

Is Milton a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Milton receives an overall livability score of 4.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Milton stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Milton is $71,700, 75% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 42.5% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 73.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Milton enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F. Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. With 317 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 33.1 inches, including 6.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Milton has a population of 166 with a density of 37 people per square mile. The median age is 34.7 years, 11% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (86.7%).

Population

166

Total Population

People / sq mi

34.7yrs

Median Age

11% below US avg

4.4mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53%

Female 47%

Race & Ethnicity

Milton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	100.0%
	27% above US avg
Spanish	0.0%
	100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Milton vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Milton is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Income: Milton vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income


Per Capita Income	$37,313
Avg Weekly Wage	$842
IRS Avg AGI	$63,817

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	0.0%
	100% below US avg
Poverty Rate	0.0%
	100% below US avg
Establishments (County)	640
County GDP	$878M

Business (County)

Restaurants	44
Healthcare	52
Retail	63
Manufacturing	32

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$3,670
	5% above US avg
Cost of Living	90.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate	5.12%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	30.0 min
Drive Alone	80.9%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Milton is $71,700, 75% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $243,742.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$71,700
	75% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$243,742

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs


Rent Burden	25.2%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied	100.0%
Housing Units	99
Median Year Built	1995

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$3,670
	5% above US avg
Effective Rate	5.12%

In Milton, 38.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.4% of residents lack health insurance. 15.1% are current smokers. 22.1% report depression. 23.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	38.1%
	19% above US avg
Diabetes	9.0%
Heart Disease	5.5%
High Blood Pressure	30.3%
Asthma	10.0%
COPD	5.8%
Cancer	7.2%
Stroke	2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	15.1%
	8% above US avg
Binge Drinking	18.2%
Physical Inactivity	23.0%
Depression	22.1%
Mental Distress	17.2%
Physical Distress	11.7%
Short Sleep	37.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	93.1%
Uninsured	8.4%
	2% below US avg
Checkup Rate	75.6%
Dental Visits	66.0%
Premature Death	10,708/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	8.0/10
Exercise Access	41.4%
Healthcare Facilities	52

Milton has an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 33.1 inches. The area enjoys 317 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

33°F Jan (0°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)

Annual Average	56.8°F
	5% above US avg
January Average	33°F (0°C)
July Average	81°F (27°C)
Sunny Days	317 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	33.1 inches
	13% below US avg
Snowfall	6.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	39.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	1,458 ft (444 m)
Area	4.4 sq mi (11.5 km²)
Population Density	37/sq mi
Coordinates	37.4432°N, 97.7694°W
Timezone	America/Chicago
County FIPS	20191

It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 42.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (26% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 50.1-point margin. 61.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 74%

D 24%

Winner: Republican by 50.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	42.5%
	26% above US avg
High School+	73.6%
Graduate Degree+	18.5%
School Test Score	5.80

A Education Grade (4.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2	Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density	37/sq mi
Total Area	4.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	61.0%
Public Libraries	7
Healthcare Facilities	52
Restaurants	44
Retail Stores	63

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	6

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	30.0 min
Drive Alone	80.9%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Milton, KS

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

People

Economy

Housing

Health

Climate

Education

Community

Is Milton a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

Cost of Living & Housing

Education

Climate & Weather

Population

Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

Milton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

Milton vs U.S. Average

Income: Milton vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Ownership & Property

Property Tax

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Food & Exercise

Temperature

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

Geography

2024 Presidential Election (County)

Education

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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