Miltonvale, KS

Kansas

Miltonvale is a small town in Kansas with a population of 422. Residents earn $51,146 per year, which is 32% below the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
422 Population 563/sq mi density
$51,146 Median Income $22,788 per capita
$57,500 Home Value $88,529 Zillow
$678 Median Rent
54°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$51,146 median income, 3.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$57,500 home value, $678/mo rent
C+
Education
2.5 / 5.0
19.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $51,146
32% lower than US avg
Home Value $57,500
80% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 19.0%
44% lower than US avg
Median Rent $678
42% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 41.2%
28% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.1%
14% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 9.8%
21% lower than US avg

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

People

Population422
Median Age50.4 yrs
Density563/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 95%

Economy

B+
Median Income$51,146
Per Capita$22,788
Unemployment3.1%
Poverty9.8%
County GDP$516M
Commute26 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$57,500
Rent$678
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$88,529

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity41.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.5%
Heart Disease5.6%

Climate

Avg Temp54°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain31.9 in/yr
Elevation1,401 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+19.0%
High School+93.4%
School Score5.80

Community

2024 VoteR 80% / D 19%
Commute26 min
Libraries4

Is Miltonvale a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Miltonvale receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Miltonvale offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Miltonvale is $51,146, 32% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.1%, indicating a healthy job market. 9.8% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Miltonvale is $57,500, 80% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $678 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

19.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Miltonvale experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 31.9 inches, including 10.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Miltonvale has a population of 422 with a density of 563 people per square mile. The median age is 50.4 years, 30% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.8%), with 3.3% Hispanic.

Population

422
Total Population
563
People / sq mi
50.4yrs
Median Age
30% above US avg
0.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.8%
Female 46.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Miltonvale vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.2%
26% above US avg
Spanish0.8%
94% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Miltonvale vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Miltonvale is $51,146, which is 32% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 9.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Miltonvale vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$51,146
32% below US avg
Per Capita Income$22,788
Avg Weekly Wage$799
IRS Avg AGI$57,416

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.1%
14% below US avg
Poverty Rate9.8%
21% below US avg
Establishments (County)310
County GDP$516M

Business (County)

Restaurants25
Healthcare36
Retail45
Manufacturing11

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,756
21% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.79%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.9 min
Work from Home4.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Miltonvale is $57,500, 80% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $678 (42% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $88,529.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$57,500
80% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$88,529

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$678
42% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied59.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,756
21% below US avg
Effective Rate4.79%
In Miltonvale, 41.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 23.5% report depression. 25.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity41.2%
28% above US avg
Diabetes9.4%
Heart Disease5.6%
High Blood Pressure32.4%
Asthma10.5%
COPD6.7%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.5%
Physical Inactivity25.9%
Depression23.5%
Mental Distress18.5%
Physical Distress12.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate82.4%
Checkup Rate73.7%
Premature Death10,252/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.2/10
Exercise Access80.5%
Healthcare Facilities36

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Miltonvale has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation is 31.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

28°F Jan (-2°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average54.3°F
1% above US avg
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall31.9 inches
16% below US avg
Snowfall10.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,401 ft (427 m)
Area0.8 sq mi (1.9 km²)
Population Density563/sq mi
Coordinates39.3496°N, 97.4523°W
County FIPS20029
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 19.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (44% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 60.6-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 79.5%
D 19%

Winner: Republican by 60.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+19.0%
44% below US avg
High School+93.4%
School Test Score5.80
C+ Education Grade (2.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density563/sq mi
Total Area0.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities36
Restaurants25
Retail Stores45

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.9 min
Work from Home4.6%

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