Mulberry, KS

Kansas

Mulberry is a small town in Kansas with a population of 419. Residents earn $49,688 per year, which is 34% below the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
419 Population 891/sq mi density
$49,688 Median Income $19,068 per capita
N/A Home Value $82,512 Zillow
$659 Median Rent
57°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$49,688 median income, 1.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$659/mo rent
F
Education
1.3 / 5.0
3.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $49,688
34% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 3.7%
89% lower than US avg
Median Rent $659
43% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.0%
18% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.7%
53% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 17.1%
38% higher than US avg

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

People

Population419
Median Age50.0 yrs
Density891/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 88%

Economy

B
Median Income$49,688
Per Capita$19,068
Unemployment1.7%
Poverty17.1%
County GDP$2,158M
Commute21 min

Housing

A+
Home ValueN/A
Rent$659
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$82,512

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity38.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.6%
Heart Disease6.4%

Climate

Avg Temp57°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain45.6 in/yr
Elevation927 ft

Education

F
Bachelor's+3.7%
High School+87.6%
School Score5.80

Community

2024 VoteR 62% / D 36%
Commute21 min
Libraries7

Is Mulberry a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Mulberry receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Mulberry offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Mulberry is $49,688, 34% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.7%. The poverty rate of 17.1% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

Renters pay a median of $659 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability.

Education

3.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Mulberry enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F. Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 45.6 inches, including 6.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Mulberry has a population of 419 with a density of 891 people per square mile. The median age is 50.0 years, 29% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (88.3%), with 10.5% Hispanic.

Population

419
Total Population
891
People / sq mi
50.0yrs
Median Age
29% above US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.8%
Female 53.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Mulberry vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.8%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.2%
99% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Mulberry vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Mulberry is $49,688, which is 34% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 17.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Income: Mulberry vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$49,688
34% below US avg
Per Capita Income$19,068
Avg Weekly Wage$869
IRS Avg AGI$63,070

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.7%
53% below US avg
Poverty Rate17.1%
38% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,084
County GDP$2,158M

Business (County)

Restaurants101
Healthcare133
Retail137
Manufacturing44

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,300
23% above US avg

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time20.6 min
Work from Home5.8%

Walkability

Monthly rent averages $659 (43% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $82,512.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Zillow ZHVI$82,512

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$3
Homes Sold2
Sale-to-List Ratio71.7%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory2

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$659
43% 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-Occupied73.4%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,300
23% above US avg
In Mulberry, 38.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 23.6% report depression. 27.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.0%
18% above US avg
Diabetes10.3%
Heart Disease6.4%
High Blood Pressure34.5%
Asthma11.0%
COPD7.8%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.5%
Physical Inactivity27.4%
Depression23.6%
Mental Distress19.4%
Physical Distress14.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate81.9%
Checkup Rate74.3%
Premature Death11,703/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.5/10
Exercise Access75.9%
Healthcare Facilities133

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Safety Score

Mulberry has an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation is 45.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

32°F Jan (0°C) 80°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average56.6°F
5% above US avg
January Average32°F (0°C)
July Average80°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall45.6 inches
20% above US avg
Snowfall6.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation927 ft (283 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.2 km²)
Population Density891/sq mi
Coordinates37.5561°N, 94.6234°W
County FIPS20037
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 3.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (89% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 25.3-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 61.7%
D 36.5%

Winner: Republican by 25.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+3.7%
89% below US avg
High School+87.6%
School Test Score5.80
F Education Grade (1.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density891/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities133
Restaurants101
Retail Stores137

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute20.6 min
Work from Home5.8%

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