Moundridge, KS

Kansas · Metropolitan Area

Moundridge is a small town in Kansas with a population of 1,654. Residents earn $72,130 per year, which is 4% below the national average.

4.3 /5.0
A Great
1,654 Population 1,054/sq mi density
$72,130 Median Income $34,215 per capita
$166,500 Home Value $232,915 Zillow
$756 Median Rent
56°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.3 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.4 / 5.0
$72,130 median income, 0.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$166,500 home value, $756/mo rent
B
Education
3.4 / 5.0
29.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $72,130
4% lower than US avg
Home Value $166,500
41% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 29.7%
12% lower than US avg
Median Rent $756
35% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.9%
18% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.9%
75% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.7%
70% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,654
Median Age53.3 yrs
Density1,054/mi²
Male / Female45% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 91%

Economy

A
Median Income$72,130
Per Capita$34,215
Unemployment0.9%
Poverty3.7%
County GDP$1,762M
Commute13 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$166,500
Rent$756
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$232,915

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity37.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.6%
Heart Disease5.2%

Climate

Avg Temp56°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain33.6 in/yr
Elevation1,470 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+29.7%
High School+84.6%
School Score5.80

Community

2024 VoteR 60% / D 39%
Commute13 min
Libraries6

Is Moundridge a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Moundridge receives an overall livability score of 4.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Moundridge stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Moundridge is $72,130, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.9%. Only 3.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 13 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Moundridge is $166,500, 41% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $756 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

29.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 84.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Moundridge enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 33.6 inches, including 14.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Moundridge has a population of 1,654 with a density of 1,054 people per square mile. The median age is 53.3 years, 37% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (91.4%), with 2.8% Hispanic.

Population

1,654
Total Population
1,054
People / sq mi
53.3yrs
Median Age
37% above US avg
1.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45%
Female 55%

Race & Ethnicity

Moundridge vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only94.6%
21% above US avg
Spanish5.4%
60% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Moundridge vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Moundridge is $72,130, which is 4% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 13 minutes.

Income: Moundridge vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$72,130
4% below US avg
Per Capita Income$34,215
Avg Weekly Wage$922
IRS Avg AGI$67,187

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.9%
75% below US avg
Poverty Rate3.7%
70% below US avg
Establishments (County)849
County GDP$1,762M

Business (County)

Restaurants66
Healthcare127
Retail88
Manufacturing55

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,330
24% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.60%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time12.9 min
Work from Home2.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Moundridge is $166,500, 41% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $756 (35% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $232,915.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$166,500
41% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$232,915
Median List Price$259,500

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$259,500
$/Sq Ft$114
Homes Sold2
Sale-to-List Ratio100.0%
Price Drops100.0%
Inventory1

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$756
35% 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-Occupied72.4%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,330
24% above US avg
Effective Rate2.60%
In Moundridge, 37.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.6% report depression. 25.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.9%
18% above US avg
Diabetes8.7%
Heart Disease5.2%
High Blood Pressure30.6%
Asthma10.4%
COPD6.1%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.5%
Physical Inactivity25.9%
Depression22.6%
Mental Distress17.4%
Physical Distress12.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.2%
Checkup Rate74.0%
Premature Death9,762/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.7/10
Exercise Access73.6%
Healthcare Facilities127

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Moundridge has an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 33.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

31°F Jan (-1°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average55.7°F
3% above US avg
January Average31°F (-1°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall33.6 inches
12% below US avg
Snowfall14.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,470 ft (448 m)
Area1.6 sq mi (4.1 km²)
Population Density1,054/sq mi
Coordinates38.2019°N, 97.5148°W
County FIPS20079
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 29.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (12% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 21.1-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 59.6%
D 38.6%

Winner: Republican by 21.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+29.7%
12% below US avg
High School+84.6%
School Test Score5.80
B Education Grade (3.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density1,054/sq mi
Total Area1.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities127
Restaurants66
Retail Stores88

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute12.9 min
Work from Home2.4%

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