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Munden, KS

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Munden is a small town in Kansas with a population of 178. Residents earn $50,179 per year, which is 33% below the national average.

4.4 /5.0
A Great
178 Population 937/sq mi density
$50,179 Median Income $23,828 per capita
$31,000 Home Value
53°F Avg Temperature 302 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.4 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.7 / 5.0
$50,179 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$31,000 home value
A+
Education
4.6 / 5.0
44.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $50,179
33% lower than US avg
Home Value $31,000
89% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 44.6%
32% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.0%
6% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 11.4%
8% lower than US avg

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

People

Population178
Median Age34.0 yrs
Density937/mi²
Male / Female66% / 34%
Largest GroupWhite 86%
Veterans6.4%

Economy

B+
Median Income$50,179
Per Capita$23,828
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty11.4%
County GDP$396M
Commute20 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$31,000
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units65
Rent Burden20.7%

Health

Obesity34.0%
Uninsured6.8%
Smoking15.4%
Depression16.0%
Heart Disease6.7%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (12°C)
AQI39 (Good)
Rain30.6 in/yr
Sunny Days302/yr
Elevation1,632 ft (497 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+44.6%
High School+96.7%
Graduate+3.4%
School Score5.80

Community

2024 VoteR 82% / D 16%
Commute20 min
Broadband57.0%
Libraries5

Is Munden a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Munden receives an overall livability score of 4.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Munden stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Munden is $50,179, 33% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 11.4% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Munden is $31,000, 89% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 0.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 44.6% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 96.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Munden experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. With 302 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 30.6 inches, including 15.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Munden has a population of 178 with a density of 937 people per square mile. The median age is 34.0 years, 13% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (86%).

Population

178
Total Population
937
People / sq mi
34.0yrs
Median Age
13% below US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 65.7%
Female 34.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Munden vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Munden vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Munden is $50,179, which is 33% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 11.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Income: Munden vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$50,179
33% below US avg
Per Capita Income$23,828
Avg Weekly Wage$780
IRS Avg AGI$56,890

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate11.4%
8% below US avg
Establishments (County)220
County GDP$396M

Business (County)

Restaurants10
Healthcare21
Retail32
Manufacturing15

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,100
17% above US avg
Cost of Living90.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate13.23%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.8 min
Drive Alone74.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Munden is $31,000, 89% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$31,000
89% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden20.7%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied84.2%
Housing Units65
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,100
17% above US avg
Effective Rate13.23%
In Munden, 34.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 6.8% of residents lack health insurance. 15.4% are current smokers. 16.0% report depression. 23.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.0%
6% above US avg
Diabetes10.1%
Heart Disease6.7%
High Blood Pressure31.2%
Asthma7.6%
COPD6.9%
Cancer7.0%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.4%
10% above US avg
Binge Drinking14.7%
Physical Inactivity23.1%
Depression16.0%
Mental Distress13.3%
Physical Distress11.3%
Short Sleep26.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate69.9%
Uninsured6.8%
21% below US avg
Primary Care1:1,165
Dentists1:4,642
Mental Health1:925
Checkup Rate61.8%
Dental Visits48.7%
Premature Death7,565/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.1/10
Exercise Access57.9%
Healthcare Facilities21
Munden has an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 30.6 inches. The area enjoys 302 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

27°F Jan (-3°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average52.7°F
2% below US avg
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)
Sunny Days302 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall30.6 inches
19% below US avg
Snowfall15.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,632 ft (497 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.5 km²)
Population Density937/sq mi
Coordinates39.9126°N, 97.5385°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS20157
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 44.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (32% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 65.7-point margin. 57.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 81.9%
D 16.2%

Winner: Republican by 65.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+44.6%
32% above US avg
High School+96.7%
Graduate Degree+3.4%
School Test Score5.80
A+ Education Grade (4.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density937/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access57.0%
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities21
Restaurants10
Retail Stores32

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.8 min
Drive Alone74.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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