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Morganville, KS

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Morganville is a small town in Kansas with a population of 170. Residents earn $48,021 per year, which is 36% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
170 Population 500/sq mi density
$48,021 Median Income $29,804 per capita
$54,400 Home Value
54°F Avg Temperature 302 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.9 / 5.0
$48,021 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$54,400 home value
F
Education
1.4 / 5.0
5.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $48,021
36% lower than US avg
Home Value $54,400
81% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 5.0%
85% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.5%
23% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 7.1%
43% lower than US avg

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

People

Population170
Median Age53.5 yrs
Density500/mi²
Male / Female44% / 56%
Largest GroupWhite 99%
Veterans5.7%

Economy

B+
Median Income$48,021
Per Capita$29,804
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty7.1%
County GDP$352M
Commute37 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$54,400
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units113
Rent Burden31.4%

Health

Obesity39.5%
Uninsured9.3%
Smoking16.8%
Depression22.9%
Heart Disease5.9%

Climate

Avg Temp54°F (12°C)
AQI39 (Good)
Rain31.9 in/yr
Sunny Days302/yr
Elevation1,232 ft (376 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+5.0%
High School+87.9%
Graduate+1.4%
School Score5.80

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 21%
Commute37 min
Broadband89.0%
Libraries3

Is Morganville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Morganville receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, long commute times, high obesity rates. Morganville offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Morganville is $48,021, 36% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 7.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 37 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Morganville is $54,400, 81% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

5.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Morganville experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. With 302 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 31.9 inches, including 10.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Morganville has a population of 170 with a density of 500 people per square mile. The median age is 53.5 years, 38% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (99.4%).

Population

170
Total Population
500
People / sq mi
53.5yrs
Median Age
38% above US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 44.1%
Female 55.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Morganville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.5%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.5%
96% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Morganville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Morganville is $48,021, which is 36% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 7.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 37 minutes.

Income: Morganville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$48,021
36% below US avg
Per Capita Income$29,804
Avg Weekly Wage$772
IRS Avg AGI$61,464

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate7.1%
43% below US avg
Establishments (County)284
County GDP$352M

Business (County)

Restaurants17
Healthcare24
Retail42
Manufacturing10

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,450
1% below US avg
Cost of Living90.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate6.34%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time37.4 min
Drive Alone84.6%
Public Transit1.3%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Morganville is $54,400, 81% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$54,400
81% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden31.4%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied96.6%
Housing Units113
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,450
1% below US avg
Effective Rate6.34%
In Morganville, 39.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 9.3% of residents lack health insurance. 16.8% are current smokers. 22.9% report depression. 24.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.5%
23% above US avg
Diabetes9.5%
Heart Disease5.9%
High Blood Pressure32.3%
Asthma10.1%
COPD6.7%
Cancer7.4%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking16.8%
20% above US avg
Binge Drinking19.3%
Physical Inactivity24.5%
Depression22.9%
Mental Distress17.5%
Physical Distress12.3%
Short Sleep34.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate77.5%
Uninsured9.3%
8% above US avg
Primary Care1:734
Dentists1:2,681
Mental Health1:1,001
Checkup Rate73.5%
Dental Visits64.4%
Premature Death6,001/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.6/10
Exercise Access56.3%
Healthcare Facilities24
Morganville 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. The area enjoys 302 sunny days per year. 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)
Sunny Days302 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

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

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,232 ft (376 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.9 km²)
Population Density500/sq mi
Coordinates39.4667°N, 97.2037°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS20027
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 5.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (85% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 55.5-point margin. 89.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 76.6%
D 21.1%

Winner: Republican by 55.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+5.0%
85% below US avg
High School+87.9%
Graduate Degree+1.4%
School Test Score5.80
F Education Grade (1.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density500/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access89.0%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities24
Restaurants17
Retail Stores42

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute37.4 min
Drive Alone84.6%
Public Transit1.3%
Work from Home0.0%

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