Neosho Rapids, KS

Kansas

Neosho Rapids is a small town in Kansas with a population of 305. Residents earn $75,000 per year, which is 0% below the national average.

4.1 /5.0
A Great
305 Population 598/sq mi density
$75,000 Median Income $22,849 per capita
$79,400 Home Value $170,221 Zillow
N/A Median Rent
56°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.5 / 5.0
$75,000 median income, 1.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$79,400 home value
C+
Education
2.8 / 5.0
22.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $75,000
0% lower than US avg
Home Value $79,400
72% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 22.4%
34% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.1%
12% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.1%
69% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.3%
89% lower than US avg

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

People

Population305
Median Age23.5 yrs
Density598/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 97%
Veterans9.5%

Economy

A+
Median Income$75,000
Per Capita$22,849
Unemployment1.1%
Poverty1.3%
County GDP$928M
Commute23 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$79,400
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$170,221

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity36.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.0%
Heart Disease5.5%

Climate

Avg Temp56°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain37.2 in/yr
Elevation1,092 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+22.4%
High School+86.4%
School Score5.80

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 21%
Commute23 min
Broadband82.0%
Libraries6

Is Neosho Rapids a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Neosho Rapids receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Neosho Rapids stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Neosho Rapids is $75,000, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.1%. Only 1.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Neosho Rapids is $79,400, 72% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

22.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Neosho Rapids 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. Annual precipitation totals 37.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Neosho Rapids has a population of 305 with a density of 598 people per square mile. The median age is 23.5 years, 40% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97%), with 2% Hispanic.

Population

305
Total Population
598
People / sq mi
23.5yrs
Median Age
40% below US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.1%
Female 46.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Neosho Rapids vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Neosho Rapids vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Neosho Rapids is $75,000, which is 0% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Income: Neosho Rapids vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$75,000
0% below US avg
Per Capita Income$22,849
Avg Weekly Wage$1,304
IRS Avg AGI$72,139

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.1%
69% below US avg
Poverty Rate1.3%
89% below 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
Effective Tax Rate3.12%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.6 min
Drive Alone80.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Neosho Rapids is $79,400, 72% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $170,221.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$79,400
72% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$170,221

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied91.5%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,477
29% below US avg
Effective Rate3.12%
In Neosho Rapids, 36.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.0% report depression. 23.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.1%
12% above US avg
Diabetes8.7%
Heart Disease5.5%
High Blood Pressure31.3%
Asthma9.8%
COPD5.9%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.8%
Physical Inactivity23.1%
Depression22.0%
Mental Distress17.0%
Physical Distress11.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.1%
Checkup Rate74.2%
Premature Death7,566/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.9/10
Exercise Access48.9%
Healthcare Facilities22

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Neosho Rapids 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. 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)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall37.2 inches
2% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,092 ft (333 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.3 km²)
Population Density598/sq mi
Coordinates38.3685°N, 95.9919°W
County FIPS20031
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 22.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (34% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 55.7-point margin. 82.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 77%
D 21.3%

Winner: Republican by 55.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+22.4%
34% below US avg
High School+86.4%
School Test Score5.80
C+ Education Grade (2.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density598/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access82.0%
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities22
Restaurants17
Retail Stores43

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.6 min
Drive Alone80.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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