Murdock, KS

Kansas · Metropolitan Area

Murdock is a small town in Kansas with a population of 39.

2.5 /5.0
C+ Fair
39 Population 170/sq mi density
56°F Avg Temperature
C+
Overall
2.5 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Education
2.5 / 5.0
18.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 18.8%
44% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 57.1%
360% higher than US avg

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

People

Population39
Median Age65.4 yrs
Density170/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans32.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$11,149
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty57.1%
County GDP$41,525M
Commute41 min

Climate

Avg Temp56°F (13°C)
AQI39 (Good)
Rain33.2 in/yr
Elevation1,485 ft (453 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+18.8%
High School+90.6%
School Score5.80

Community

2024 VoteR 56% / D 42%
Commute41 min
Broadband17.0%
Libraries20

Is Murdock a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Murdock receives an overall livability score of 2.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, long commute times. Murdock has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 57.1% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 41 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Education

18.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Murdock enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 33.2 inches, including 8.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Murdock has a population of 39 with a density of 170 people per square mile. The median age is 65.4 years, 68% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

39
Total Population
170
People / sq mi
65.4yrs
Median Age
68% above US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.3%
Female 48.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Murdock vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Murdock vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Murdock is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 57.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 41 minutes.

Income: Murdock vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$11,149
Avg Weekly Wage$1,166
IRS Avg AGI$76,783

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate57.1%
360% above US avg
Establishments (County)14,427
County GDP$41,525M

Business (County)

Restaurants1,236
Healthcare1,737
Retail1,624
Manufacturing494

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,510
57% above US avg

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time40.6 min
Drive Alone37.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home31.3%

Walkability

Murdock has an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 33.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

32°F Jan (-0°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average55.9°F
4% above US avg
January Average32°F (-0°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall33.2 inches
13% below US avg
Snowfall8.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,485 ft (453 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.6 km²)
Population Density170/sq mi
Coordinates37.6111°N, 97.9316°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS20173
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 18.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (44% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 13.8-point margin. 17.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 56.1%
D 42.3%

Winner: Republican by 13.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+18.8%
44% below US avg
High School+90.6%
School Test Score5.80
C+ Education Grade (2.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density170/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access17.0%
Public Libraries20
Healthcare Facilities1,737
Restaurants1,236
Retail Stores1,624

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)65

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute40.6 min
Drive Alone37.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home31.3%

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