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New Albany, KS

Kansas

New Albany is a small town in Kansas with a population of 66. Residents earn $52,500 per year, which is 30% below the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
66 Population 347/sq mi density
$52,500 Median Income $18,432 per capita
$38,800 Home Value
57°F Avg Temperature 305 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.9 / 5.0
$52,500 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$38,800 home value
B+
Education
3.8 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $52,500
30% lower than US avg
Home Value $38,800
86% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 45.0%
263% higher than US avg

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

People

Population66
Median Age31.4 yrs
Density347/mi²
Male / Female55% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans44.0%

Economy

C+
Median Income$52,500
Per Capita$18,432
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty45.0%
County GDP$389M
Commute12 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$38,800
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units30
Rent Burden26.0%

Climate

Avg Temp57°F (14°C)
AQI39 (Good)
Rain41.8 in/yr
Sunny Days305/yr
Elevation902 ft (275 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+69.0%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.80

Community

2024 VoteR 80% / D 18%
Commute12 min
Broadband20.0%
Libraries3

Is New Albany a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, New Albany receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. New Albany offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in New Albany is $52,500, 30% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 45.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 12 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in New Albany is $38,800, 86% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 0.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 69.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

New Albany enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F. Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. With 305 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 41.8 inches, including 6.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

New Albany has a population of 66 with a density of 347 people per square mile. The median age is 31.4 years, 19% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

66
Total Population
347
People / sq mi
31.4yrs
Median Age
19% below US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 54.5%
Female 45.5%

Race & Ethnicity

New Albany vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.8%
25% above US avg
Spanish2.2%
84% below US avg

Social Characteristics

New Albany vs U.S. Average

The median household income in New Albany is $52,500, which is 30% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 45.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 12 minutes.

Income: New Albany vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$52,500
30% below US avg
Per Capita Income$18,432
Avg Weekly Wage$933
IRS Avg AGI$56,309

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate45.0%
263% above US avg
Establishments (County)236
County GDP$389M

Business (County)

Restaurants20
Healthcare29
Retail33
Manufacturing15

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,738
22% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate7.06%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time11.9 min
Drive Alone91.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in New Albany is $38,800, 86% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$38,800
86% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden26.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied100.0%
Housing Units30
Median Year Built1984

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,738
22% below US avg
Effective Rate7.06%
New Albany has an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation is 41.8 inches. The area enjoys 305 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

32°F Jan (0°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average56.8°F
5% above US avg
January Average32°F (0°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Sunny Days305 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall41.8 inches
10% above US avg
Snowfall6.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation902 ft (275 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.5 km²)
Population Density347/sq mi
Coordinates37.5678°N, 95.9363°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS20205
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (100% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 62.4-point margin. 20.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 80.3%
D 18%

Winner: Republican by 62.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+69.0%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.80
B+ Education Grade (3.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density347/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access20.0%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities29
Restaurants20
Retail Stores33

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute11.9 min
Drive Alone91.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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