Mission Woods, KS

Kansas · Metropolitan Area

Mission Woods is a small town in Kansas with a population of 182. Residents earn $196,250 per year, which is 161% above the national average.

4.8 /5.0
A+ Excellent
182 Population 2,022/sq mi density
$196,250 Median Income $159,979 per capita
$741,700 Home Value $882,105 Zillow
N/A Median Rent
57°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.8 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.8 / 5.0
$196,250 median income, 3.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.6 / 5.0
$741,700 home value
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
86.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $196,250
161% higher than US avg
Home Value $741,700
163% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 86.5%
157% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 30.1%
6% lower than US avg
Unemployment 3.6%
0% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.6%
96% lower than US avg

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

People

Population182
Median Age45.8 yrs
Density2,022/mi²
Male / Female51% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 88%
Veterans3.7%

Economy

A+
Median Income$196,250
Per Capita$159,979
Unemployment3.6%
Poverty0.6%
County GDP$15,517M
Commute19 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$741,700
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$882,105

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity30.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression18.9%
Heart Disease4.4%

Climate

Avg Temp57°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain38.1 in/yr
Elevation892 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+86.5%
High School+100.0%
School Score5.80

Community

2024 VoteR 37% / D 61%
Commute19 min
Broadband73.0%
EV Stations3
Libraries9

Is Mission Woods a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Mission Woods receives an overall livability score of 4.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Mission Woods stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Mission Woods is $196,250, which is significantly higher than the national average — 161% above $75,149. This places Mission Woods among higher-income communities. Unemployment stands at 3.6%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 0.6% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Mission Woods is $741,700, making it a premium housing market at 163% above the U.S. median of $281,900. A price-to-income ratio of 3.8x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

Mission Woods is a highly educated community — 86.5% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Mission Woods enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F. Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 38.1 inches, including 11.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Mission Woods has a population of 182 with a density of 2,022 people per square mile. The median age is 45.8 years, 18% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (87.9%).

Population

182
Total Population
2,022
People / sq mi
45.8yrs
Median Age
18% above US avg
0.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.5%
Female 49.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Mission Woods vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only95.9%
22% above US avg
Spanish4.1%
69% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Mission Woods vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Mission Woods is $196,250, which is 161% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes.

Income: Mission Woods vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$196,250
161% above US avg
Per Capita Income$159,979
Avg Weekly Wage$1,269
IRS Avg AGI$51,724

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.6%
0% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.6%
96% below US avg
Establishments (County)4,055
County GDP$15,517M

Business (County)

Restaurants295
Healthcare329
Retail441
Manufacturing175

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,809
37% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate0.65%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.1 min
Drive Alone78.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home13.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Mission Woods is $741,700, 163% above the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $882,105.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$741,700
163% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$882,105

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied97.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,809
37% above US avg
Effective Rate0.65%
In Mission Woods, 30.1% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 18.9% report depression. 16.1% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Mission Woods vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity30.1%
6% below US avg
Diabetes7.7%
Heart Disease4.4%
High Blood Pressure28.6%
Asthma9.4%
COPD3.8%
Stroke2.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.8%
Physical Inactivity16.1%
Depression18.9%
Mental Distress13.2%
Physical Distress8.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Checkup Rate77.4%
Premature Death11,751/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.0/10
Exercise Access92.7%
Healthcare Facilities329

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)22

Safety Score

Mission Woods has an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 38.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

31°F Jan (-1°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average56.9°F
5% above US avg
January Average31°F (-1°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall38.1 inches
0% below US avg
Snowfall11.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation892 ft (272 m)
Area0.1 sq mi (0.2 km²)
Population Density2,022/sq mi
Coordinates39.0342°N, 94.6106°W
County FIPS20209
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 86.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (157% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 23.9-point margin. 73.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 37.3%
D 61.1%

Winner: Democrat by 23.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+86.5%
157% above US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score5.80
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density2,022/sq mi
Total Area0.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access73.0%
EV Charging Stations3
Alt Fuel Stations3
Public Libraries9
Healthcare Facilities329
Restaurants295
Retail Stores441

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)22

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.1 min
Drive Alone78.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home13.2%

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