Natoma, KS

Kansas

Natoma is a small town in Kansas with a population of 371. Residents earn $51,250 per year, which is 32% below the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
371 Population 883/sq mi density
$51,250 Median Income $28,074 per capita
$25,900 Home Value $71,068 Zillow
$619 Median Rent
53°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.0 / 5.0
$51,250 median income, 1.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$25,900 home value, $619/mo rent
C+
Education
2.6 / 5.0
20.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $51,250
32% lower than US avg
Home Value $25,900
91% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 20.2%
40% lower than US avg
Median Rent $619
47% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.3%
22% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.5%
58% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.6%
79% lower than US avg

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

People

Population371
Median Age47.9 yrs
Density883/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 82%

Economy

A
Median Income$51,250
Per Capita$28,074
Unemployment1.5%
Poverty2.6%
County GDP$230M
Commute13 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$25,900
Rent$619
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$71,068

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity39.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.1%
Heart Disease6.1%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain26.1 in/yr
Elevation1,829 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+20.2%
High School+93.4%
School Score5.80

Community

2024 VoteR 85% / D 14%
Commute13 min
Libraries3

Is Natoma a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Natoma receives an overall livability score of 3.9 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 below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Natoma offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Natoma is $51,250, 32% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.5%. Only 2.6% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 13 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Natoma is $25,900, 91% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $619 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 0.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

20.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Natoma experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 26.1 inches, including 19.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Natoma has a population of 371 with a density of 883 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 (82.2%), with 5.9% Hispanic.

Population

371
Total Population
883
People / sq mi
47.9yrs
Median Age
23% above US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 54.4%
Female 45.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Natoma vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.6%
23% above US avg
Spanish3.4%
75% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Natoma vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Natoma is $51,250, which is 32% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 13 minutes.

Income: Natoma vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$51,250
32% below US avg
Per Capita Income$28,074
Avg Weekly Wage$858
IRS Avg AGI$55,119

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.5%
58% below US avg
Poverty Rate2.6%
79% below US avg
Establishments (County)202
County GDP$230M

Business (County)

Restaurants14
Healthcare13
Retail23
Manufacturing8

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,700
6% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate14.29%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time12.9 min
Work from Home9.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Natoma is $25,900, 91% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $619 (47% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $71,068.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$25,900
91% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$71,068

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$619
47% 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-Occupied82.5%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,700
6% above US avg
Effective Rate14.29%
In Natoma, 39.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 23.1% report depression. 26.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.3%
22% above US avg
Diabetes10.0%
Heart Disease6.1%
High Blood Pressure31.5%
Asthma10.7%
COPD7.1%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.2%
Physical Inactivity26.6%
Depression23.1%
Mental Distress18.7%
Physical Distress12.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate90.8%
Checkup Rate74.6%
Premature Death11,137/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.6/10
Exercise Access40.7%
Healthcare Facilities13

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Natoma has an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 26.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

29°F Jan (-2°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average53.3°F
1% below US avg
January Average29°F (-2°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall26.1 inches
31% below US avg
Snowfall19.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,829 ft (557 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (1.1 km²)
Population Density883/sq mi
Coordinates39.1885°N, 99.0242°W
County FIPS20163
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 20.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (40% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 71.2-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 85%
D 13.8%

Winner: Republican by 71.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+20.2%
40% below US avg
High School+93.4%
School Test Score5.80
C+ Education Grade (2.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density883/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities13
Restaurants14
Retail Stores23

Safety & Disasters

FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute12.9 min
Work from Home9.1%

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