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Netawaka, KS

Kansas · Metropolitan Area

Netawaka is a small town in Kansas with a population of 158. Residents earn $58,750 per year, which is 22% below the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
158 Population 163/sq mi density
$58,750 Median Income $30,343 per capita
$97,000 Home Value $212,582 Zillow
$950 Median Rent 17.5% income on rent
53°F Avg Temperature 302 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$58,750 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$97,000 home value, $950/mo rent
C
Education
2.3 / 5.0
16.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $58,750
22% lower than US avg
Home Value $97,000
66% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 16.3%
52% lower than US avg
Median Rent $950
18% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.6%
17% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 13.5%
9% higher than US avg

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

People

Population158
Median Age49.3 yrs
Density163/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 92%
Veterans4.4%

Economy

B+
Median Income$58,750
Per Capita$30,343
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty13.5%
County GDP$508M
Commute20 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$97,000
Rent$950
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$212,582
Housing Units63
Rent Burden17.5%

Health

Obesity37.6%
Uninsured8.0%
Smoking16.2%
Depression23.3%
Heart Disease5.5%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (12°C)
AQI39 (Good)
Rain37.9 in/yr
Sunny Days302/yr
Elevation1,150 ft (351 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+16.3%
High School+95.2%
Graduate+3.1%
School Score5.80

Community

2024 VoteR 70% / D 28%
Commute20 min
Broadband70.0%
Libraries1

Is Netawaka a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Netawaka receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Netawaka offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Netawaka is $58,750, 22% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 13.5% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Netawaka is $97,000, 66% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $950 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

16.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Netawaka experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. With 302 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 37.9 inches, including 10.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Netawaka has a population of 158 with a density of 163 people per square mile. The median age is 49.3 years, 27% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (92.4%), with 7% Hispanic.

Population

158
Total Population
163
People / sq mi
49.3yrs
Median Age
27% above US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.4%
Female 50.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Netawaka vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.7%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.3%
90% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Netawaka vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Netawaka is $58,750, which is 22% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 13.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Income: Netawaka vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$58,750
22% below US avg
Per Capita Income$30,343
Avg Weekly Wage$891
IRS Avg AGI$64,805

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate13.5%
9% above US avg
Establishments (County)324
County GDP$508M

Business (County)

Restaurants20
Healthcare27
Retail40
Manufacturing9

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,724
6% above US avg
Cost of Living90.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate3.84%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time20.1 min
Drive Alone77.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home9.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Netawaka is $97,000, 66% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $950 (18% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $212,582.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$97,000
66% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$212,582

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$950
18% below US avg
Rent Burden17.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied87.1%
Housing Units63
Median Year Built1972

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,724
6% above US avg
Effective Rate3.84%
In Netawaka, 37.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.0% of residents lack health insurance. 16.2% are current smokers. 23.3% report depression. 24.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.6%
17% above US avg
Diabetes9.2%
Heart Disease5.5%
High Blood Pressure30.1%
Asthma10.9%
COPD6.5%
Cancer7.3%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking16.2%
16% above US avg
Binge Drinking18.4%
Physical Inactivity24.7%
Depression23.3%
Mental Distress18.6%
Physical Distress12.5%
Short Sleep37.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate88.4%
Uninsured8.0%
7% below US avg
Checkup Rate74.3%
Dental Visits63.8%
Premature Death9,798/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.4/10
Exercise Access48.4%
Healthcare Facilities27
Netawaka has an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 37.9 inches. The area enjoys 302 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-3°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average53.2°F
1% below US avg
January Average26°F (-3°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)
Sunny Days302 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall37.9 inches
0% below US avg
Snowfall10.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,150 ft (351 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.5 km²)
Population Density163/sq mi
Coordinates39.6030°N, 95.7189°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS20085
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 16.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (52% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 42.6-point margin. 70.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 70.4%
D 27.8%

Winner: Republican by 42.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+16.3%
52% below US avg
High School+95.2%
Graduate Degree+3.1%
School Test Score5.80
C Education Grade (2.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density163/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access70.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities27
Restaurants20
Retail Stores40

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute20.1 min
Drive Alone77.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home9.5%

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