Kansas
Moscow is a small town in Kansas with a population of 197. Residents earn $74,375 per year, which is 1% below the national average.
Based on current data, Moscow receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, high obesity rates. Moscow offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in Moscow is $74,375, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.3%. The poverty rate of 16.7% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 15 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
The median home value in Moscow is $85,000, 70% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $850 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.
8.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.
Moscow enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 19.7 inches, including 12.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.
| English Only | 91.5% |
| 17% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 8.5% |
| 37% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $74,375 |
| 1% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $30,052 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,007 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $67,966 |
| Unemployment | 1.3% |
| 64% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 16.7% |
| 35% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 205 |
| County GDP | $497M |
| Restaurants | 14 |
| Healthcare | 6 |
| Retail | 13 |
| Manufacturing | 5 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,467 |
| 1% below US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 4.08% |
| Commute Time | 14.5 min |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |
| Census Median | $85,000 |
| 70% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $135,093 |
| Census Median Rent | $850 |
| 27% below US avg | |
| Rent Burden | 13.9% |
| Studio | $702 |
| 1 Bedroom | $753 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $947 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,223 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,397 |
| Owner-Occupied | 54.4% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,467 |
| 1% below US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 4.08% |
| Obesity | 41.6% |
| 30% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 12.4% |
| Heart Disease | 6.2% |
| High Blood Pressure | 32.7% |
| Asthma | 10.2% |
| COPD | 7.1% |
| Stroke | 3.3% |
| Binge Drinking | 16.3% |
| Physical Inactivity | 33.7% |
| Depression | 20.7% |
| Mental Distress | 17.9% |
| Physical Distress | 14.6% |
| Insurance Rate | 89.6% |
| Checkup Rate | 74.3% |
| Premature Death | 11,314/100K |
| Food Environment | 7.4/10 |
| Exercise Access | 83.9% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 6 |
| Annual Average | 55.5°F |
| 3% above US avg | |
| January Average | 34°F (1°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (26°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 19.7 inches |
| 48% below US avg | |
| Snowfall | 12.9 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 39.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 3,052 ft (930 m) |
| Area | 0.2 sq mi (0.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,159/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 37.3251°N, 101.2068°W |
| County FIPS | 20189 |
Winner: Republican by 75.5 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 8.3% |
| 75% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 90.1% |
| School Test Score | 5.80 |
| RUCC Code 9 | Nonmetro — Rural |
| Population Density | 1,159/sq mi |
| Total Area | 0.2 sq mi |
| Broadband Access | 57.0% |
| Public Libraries | 1 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 6 |
| Restaurants | 14 |
| Retail Stores | 13 |
| Avg Commute | 14.5 min |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |