Mullinville, KS

Kansas

Mullinville is a small town in Kansas with a population of 230. Residents earn $71,250 per year, which is 5% below the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
230 Population 359/sq mi density
$71,250 Median Income $39,594 per capita
$56,300 Home Value $116,795 Zillow
$717 Median Rent 12.8% income on rent
55°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.3 / 5.0
$71,250 median income, 2.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$56,300 home value, $717/mo rent
D
Education
2.0 / 5.0
12.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $71,250
5% lower than US avg
Home Value $56,300
80% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 12.4%
63% lower than US avg
Median Rent $717
38% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.8%
27% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.6%
28% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.0%
75% lower than US avg

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

People

Population230
Median Age47.9 yrs
Density359/mi²
Male / Female63% / 37%
Largest GroupWhite 92%
Veterans8.4%

Economy

A
Median Income$71,250
Per Capita$39,594
Unemployment2.6%
Poverty3.0%
County GDP$135M
Commute22 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$56,300
Rent$717
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$116,795
Rent Burden12.8%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity40.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.7%
Heart Disease5.5%

Climate

Avg Temp55°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain26.0 in/yr
Elevation2,326 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+12.4%
High School+80.0%
School Score5.80

Community

2024 VoteR 85% / D 14%
Commute22 min
Broadband79.8%
Libraries3

Is Mullinville a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Mullinville is $71,250, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.6%. Only 3.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Mullinville is $56,300, 80% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $717 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 0.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

12.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 80.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Mullinville experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 26.0 inches, including 16.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Mullinville has a population of 230 with a density of 359 people per square mile. The median age is 47.9 years, 23% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (91.7%), with 5.7% Hispanic.

Population

230
Total Population
359
People / sq mi
47.9yrs
Median Age
23% above US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 62.6%
Female 37.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Mullinville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only95.7%
22% above US avg
Spanish4.3%
68% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Mullinville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Mullinville is $71,250, which is 5% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Income: Mullinville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$71,250
5% below US avg
Per Capita Income$39,594
Avg Weekly Wage$759
IRS Avg AGI$63,908

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.6%
28% below US avg
Poverty Rate3.0%
75% below US avg
Establishments (County)104
County GDP$135M

Business (County)

Restaurants4
Healthcare9
Retail10

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,767
21% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.91%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.1 min
Drive Alone96.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Mullinville is $56,300, 80% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $717 (38% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $116,795.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$56,300
80% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$116,795

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$717
38% below US avg
Rent Burden12.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied62.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,767
21% below US avg
Effective Rate4.91%
In Mullinville, 40.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.7% report depression. 24.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.8%
27% above US avg
Diabetes9.4%
Heart Disease5.5%
High Blood Pressure31.2%
Asthma10.4%
COPD6.3%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.3%
Physical Inactivity24.8%
Depression22.7%
Mental Distress17.7%
Physical Distress12.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate88.7%
Checkup Rate74.1%
Premature Death10,168/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.8/10
Exercise Access36.7%
Healthcare Facilities9

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Safety Score

Mullinville has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 26.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

31°F Jan (-0°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average54.8°F
1% above US avg
January Average31°F (-0°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall26.0 inches
32% below US avg
Snowfall16.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation2,326 ft (709 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.7 km²)
Population Density359/sq mi
Coordinates37.5886°N, 99.4756°W
County FIPS20097
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 12.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (63% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 71.4-point margin. 79.8% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 85%
D 13.6%

Winner: Republican by 71.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+12.4%
63% below US avg
High School+80.0%
School Test Score5.80
D Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density359/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access79.8%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities9
Restaurants4
Retail Stores10

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.1 min
Drive Alone96.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.3%

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