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Neosho Falls, KS

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Neosho Falls is a small town in Kansas with a population of 139. Residents earn $47,750 per year, which is 36% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
139 Population 273/sq mi density
$47,750 Median Income $14,341 per capita
$14,200 Home Value
$525 Median Rent 46.7% income on rent
56°F Avg Temperature 302 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$47,750 median income, 0.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$14,200 home value, $525/mo rent
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
7.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $47,750
36% lower than US avg
Home Value $14,200
95% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 7.0%
79% lower than US avg
Median Rent $525
55% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.9%
27% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.9%
75% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 16.1%
30% higher than US avg

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

People

Population139
Median Age37.9 yrs
Density273/mi²
Male / Female45% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 66%
Veterans93.0%

Economy

B
Median Income$47,750
Per Capita$14,341
Unemployment0.9%
Poverty16.1%
County GDP$928M
Commute29 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$14,200
Rent$525
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units56
Rent Burden46.7%

Health

Obesity40.9%
Uninsured9.9%
Smoking20.0%
Depression23.4%
Heart Disease6.9%

Climate

Avg Temp56°F (13°C)
AQI39 (Good)
Rain37.2 in/yr
Sunny Days302/yr
Elevation971 ft (296 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+7.0%
High School+84.9%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.80

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 21%
Commute29 min
Broadband45.0%
Libraries6

Is Neosho Falls a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Neosho Falls receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Neosho Falls offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Neosho Falls is $47,750, 36% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.9%. The poverty rate of 16.1% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Neosho Falls is $14,200, 95% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $525 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 0.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

7.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 84.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Neosho Falls enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. With 302 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 37.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Neosho Falls has a population of 139 with a density of 273 people per square mile. The median age is 37.9 years, 3% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (65.5%), with 32.4% Hispanic.

Population

139
Total Population
273
People / sq mi
37.9yrs
Median Age
3% below US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 44.6%
Female 55.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Neosho Falls vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Neosho Falls vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Neosho Falls is $47,750, which is 36% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 16.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Income: Neosho Falls vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$47,750
36% below US avg
Per Capita Income$14,341
Avg Weekly Wage$1,304
IRS Avg AGI$72,139

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.9%
75% below US avg
Poverty Rate16.1%
30% above US avg
Establishments (County)260
County GDP$928M

Business (County)

Restaurants17
Healthcare22
Retail43
Manufacturing7

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,477
29% below US avg
Cost of Living90.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate17.44%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time29.4 min
Drive Alone65.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Neosho Falls is $14,200, 95% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $525 (55% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$14,200
95% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$525
55% below US avg
Rent Burden46.7%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied82.2%
Housing Units56
Median Year Built1977

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,477
29% below US avg
Effective Rate17.44%
In Neosho Falls, 40.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 9.9% of residents lack health insurance. 20.0% are current smokers. 23.4% report depression. 28.7% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Neosho Falls vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.9%
27% above US avg
Diabetes10.8%
Heart Disease6.9%
High Blood Pressure33.7%
Asthma10.8%
COPD8.1%
Cancer7.2%
Stroke3.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking20.0%
43% above US avg
Binge Drinking17.8%
Physical Inactivity28.7%
Depression23.4%
Mental Distress19.4%
Physical Distress14.0%
Short Sleep36.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.3%
Uninsured9.9%
15% above US avg
Primary Care1:1,390
Dentists1:2,760
Mental Health1:688
Checkup Rate73.6%
Dental Visits57.4%
Premature Death7,566/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.9/10
Exercise Access48.9%
Healthcare Facilities22
Neosho Falls has an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 37.2 inches. The area enjoys 302 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average55.8°F
3% above US avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days302 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall37.2 inches
2% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation971 ft (296 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.3 km²)
Population Density273/sq mi
Coordinates38.0060°N, 95.5553°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS20031
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 7.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (79% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 55.7-point margin. 45.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 77%
D 21.3%

Winner: Republican by 55.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+7.0%
79% below US avg
High School+84.9%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.80
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density273/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access45.0%
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities22
Restaurants17
Retail Stores43

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute29.4 min
Drive Alone65.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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