Kansas
Narka is a small town in Kansas with a population of 62. Residents earn $28,125 per year, which is 63% below the national average.
Based on current data, Narka receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Narka offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in Narka is $28,125, 63% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 27.3% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.
The median home value in Narka is $15,500, 95% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 0.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
9.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 76.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.
Narka experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 32.4 inches, including 14.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.
| English Only | 100.0% |
| 27% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $28,125 |
| 63% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $21,656 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $780 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $56,890 |
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 27.3% |
| 120% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 220 |
| County GDP | $396M |
| Restaurants | 10 |
| Healthcare | 21 |
| Retail | 32 |
| Manufacturing | 15 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $4,100 |
| 17% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 26.45% |
| Commute Time | 23.1 min |
| Drive Alone | 56.3% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 3.1% |
| Census Median | $15,500 |
| 95% below US avg |
| Studio | $702 |
| 1 Bedroom | $753 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $947 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,223 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,397 |
| Owner-Occupied | 91.3% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $4,100 |
| 17% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 26.45% |
| Obesity | 41.7% |
| 30% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 10.5% |
| Heart Disease | 6.7% |
| High Blood Pressure | 33.7% |
| Asthma | 10.1% |
| COPD | 7.7% |
| Stroke | 3.3% |
| Binge Drinking | 19.0% |
| Physical Inactivity | 27.8% |
| Depression | 22.0% |
| Mental Distress | 18.4% |
| Physical Distress | 13.4% |
| Insurance Rate | 96.5% |
| Checkup Rate | 73.5% |
| Premature Death | 7,565/100K |
| Food Environment | 8.1/10 |
| Exercise Access | 57.9% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 21 |
| Annual Average | 52.9°F |
| 2% below US avg | |
| January Average | 26°F (-3°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 32.4 inches |
| 15% below US avg | |
| Snowfall | 14.4 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 39.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 1,585 ft (483 m) |
| Area | 0.2 sq mi (0.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 388/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 39.9598°N, 97.4267°W |
| Timezone | America/Chicago |
| County FIPS | 20157 |
Winner: Republican by 65.7 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 9.1% |
| 73% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 76.4% |
| School Test Score | 5.80 |
| RUCC Code 9 | Nonmetro — Rural |
| Population Density | 388/sq mi |
| Total Area | 0.2 sq mi |
| Broadband Access | 23.0% |
| Public Libraries | 5 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 21 |
| Restaurants | 10 |
| Retail Stores | 32 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 3 |
| Avg Commute | 23.1 min |
| Drive Alone | 56.3% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 3.1% |