Moran, KS

Kansas

Moran is a small town in Kansas with a population of 455. Residents earn $51,797 per year, which is 31% below the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
455 Population 1,083/sq mi density
$51,797 Median Income $25,965 per capita
$95,400 Home Value $73,526 Zillow
$447 Median Rent 20.8% income on rent
56°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.0 / 5.0
$51,797 median income, 2.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$95,400 home value, $447/mo rent
C
Education
2.4 / 5.0
17.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $51,797
31% lower than US avg
Home Value $95,400
66% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 0/100K
100% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 17.3%
49% lower than US avg
Median Rent $447
62% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.4%
17% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.2%
39% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.9%
69% lower than US avg

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

People

Population455
Median Age45.9 yrs
Density1,083/mi²
Male / Female40% / 60%
Largest GroupWhite 93%
Veterans7.5%

Economy

A
Median Income$51,797
Per Capita$25,965
Unemployment2.2%
Poverty3.9%
County GDP$703M
Commute27 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$95,400
Rent$447
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$73,526
Rent Burden20.8%

Crime

Violent0/100K
Property0/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault0/100K
Burglary0/100K

Health

Obesity37.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.3%
Heart Disease5.7%

Climate

Avg Temp56°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain42.0 in/yr
Elevation1,107 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+17.3%
High School+93.0%
School Score5.80

Community

2024 VoteR 72% / D 26%
Commute27 min
Broadband69.7%
Libraries4

Is Moran a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Moran receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Moran offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Moran is $51,797, 31% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.2%. Only 3.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Moran is $95,400, 66% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $447 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Moran 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 0 per 100,000, 100% below the national average.

Education

17.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Moran enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 42.0 inches, including 7.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Moran has a population of 455 with a density of 1,083 people per square mile. The median age is 45.9 years, 18% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (92.7%), with 2.6% Hispanic.

Population

455
Total Population
1,083
People / sq mi
45.9yrs
Median Age
18% above US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 40%
Female 60%

Race & Ethnicity

Moran vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only71.8%
9% below US avg
Spanish28.2%
110% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Moran vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Moran is $51,797, which is 31% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: Moran vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$51,797
31% below US avg
Per Capita Income$25,965
Avg Weekly Wage$882
IRS Avg AGI$51,616

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.2%
39% below US avg
Poverty Rate3.9%
69% below US avg
Establishments (County)400
County GDP$703M

Business (County)

Restaurants33
Healthcare44
Retail56
Manufacturing22

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,117
11% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.27%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.7 min
Drive Alone80.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Moran is $95,400, 66% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $447 (62% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $73,526.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$95,400
66% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$73,526

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$447
62% below US avg
Rent Burden20.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied68.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,117
11% below US avg
Effective Rate3.27%
In Moran, 37.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 24.3% report depression. 25.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.4%
17% above US avg
Diabetes9.6%
Heart Disease5.7%
High Blood Pressure30.6%
Asthma10.6%
COPD6.7%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.3%
Physical Inactivity25.8%
Depression24.3%
Mental Distress18.7%
Physical Distress12.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.5%
Checkup Rate74.8%
Premature Death10,475/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.8/10
Exercise Access75.7%
Healthcare Facilities44
Moran has a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents, 100% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 0 per 100,000 (100% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

Crime Rates: Moran 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 Property0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Burglary0.0/100K
Theft0.0/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Safety Score

Moran has an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 42.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

31°F Jan (-1°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average55.9°F
4% above US avg
January Average31°F (-1°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall42.0 inches
11% above US avg
Snowfall7.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,107 ft (337 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (1.1 km²)
Population Density1,083/sq mi
Coordinates37.9165°N, 95.1714°W
County FIPS20001
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 17.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (49% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 46.2-point margin. 69.7% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 72%
D 25.8%

Winner: Republican by 46.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+17.3%
49% below US avg
High School+93.0%
School Test Score5.80
C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density1,083/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access69.7%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities44
Restaurants33
Retail Stores56

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.7 min
Drive Alone80.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.2%

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