Minneapolis, KS

Kansas

Minneapolis is a small town in Kansas with a population of 2,101. Residents earn $65,694 per year, which is 13% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
2,101 Population 1,148/sq mi density
$65,694 Median Income $33,966 per capita
$133,100 Home Value $155,874 Zillow
$592 Median Rent
55°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.0 / 5.0
$65,694 median income, 3.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$133,100 home value, $592/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
0 violent crimes/100K (100% below avg)
C+
Education
2.8 / 5.0
21.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $65,694
13% lower than US avg
Home Value $133,100
53% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 0/100K
100% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 21.9%
35% lower than US avg
Median Rent $592
49% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.5%
20% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.1%
14% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.8%
29% lower than US avg

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

People

Population2,101
Median Age39.6 yrs
Density1,148/mi²
Male / Female51% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 96%

Economy

A
Median Income$65,694
Per Capita$33,966
Unemployment3.1%
Poverty8.8%
County GDP$150M
Commute21 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$133,100
Rent$592
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$155,874

Crime

C+
Violent0/100K
Property1,490/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault0/100K
Burglary546/100K

Health

Obesity38.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.4%
Heart Disease5.6%

Climate

Avg Temp55°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain31.7 in/yr
Elevation1,306 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+21.9%
High School+94.8%
School Score5.80

Community

2024 VoteR 82% / D 16%
Commute21 min
Libraries2

Is Minneapolis a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Minneapolis receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing. Minneapolis offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Minneapolis is $65,694, 13% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.1%, indicating a healthy job market. 8.8% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Minneapolis is $133,100, 53% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $592 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Minneapolis is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,490 per 100,000, 24% below the national average.

Education

21.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Minneapolis experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 31.7 inches, including 17.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Minneapolis has a population of 2,101 with a density of 1,148 people per square mile. The median age is 39.6 years, 2% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.1%), with 1.2% Hispanic.

Population

2,101
Total Population
1,148
People / sq mi
39.6yrs
Median Age
2% above US avg
1.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.5%
Female 49.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Minneapolis vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.0%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.0%
93% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Minneapolis vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Minneapolis is $65,694, which is 13% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 8.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Income: Minneapolis vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$65,694
13% below US avg
Per Capita Income$33,966
Avg Weekly Wage$761
IRS Avg AGI$62,449

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.1%
14% below US avg
Poverty Rate8.8%
29% below US avg
Establishments (County)157
County GDP$150M

Business (County)

Restaurants7
Healthcare15
Retail15
Manufacturing7

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,478
28% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.36%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.1 min
Work from Home5.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Minneapolis is $133,100, 53% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $592 (49% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $155,874.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$133,100
53% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$155,874
Median List Price$350,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$350,000
$/Sq Ft$99
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio94.4%
Price Drops14.3%
Inventory7

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$592
49% 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-Occupied66.5%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,478
28% above US avg
Effective Rate3.36%
In Minneapolis, 38.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.4% report depression. 25.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.5%
20% above US avg
Diabetes9.4%
Heart Disease5.6%
High Blood Pressure31.3%
Asthma10.3%
COPD6.7%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.8%
Physical Inactivity25.4%
Depression22.4%
Mental Distress17.8%
Physical Distress12.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.8%
Checkup Rate73.9%
Premature Death10,207/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.9/10
Exercise Access2.3%
Healthcare Facilities15
Minneapolis has a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents, 100% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,490 per 100,000 (24% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault0.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property1,489.6/100K
24% below US avg
Burglary546.2/100K
Theft943.4/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Safety GradeC+
Safety Score2.5 / 5.0
Minneapolis has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 31.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

29°F Jan (-2°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average55.0°F
2% above US avg
January Average29°F (-2°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall31.7 inches
17% below US avg
Snowfall17.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,306 ft (398 m)
Area1.8 sq mi (4.7 km²)
Population Density1,148/sq mi
Coordinates39.1243°N, 97.6997°W
County FIPS20143
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 21.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (35% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 66.6-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 82.4%
D 15.9%

Winner: Republican by 66.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+21.9%
35% below US avg
High School+94.8%
School Test Score5.80
C+ Education Grade (2.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density1,148/sq mi
Total Area1.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities15
Restaurants7
Retail Stores15

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1
FEMA Disaster Declarations91
C+ Safety Grade (2.5/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.1 min
Work from Home5.8%

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