New Cambria, KS

Kansas

New Cambria is a small town in Kansas with a population of 131. Residents earn $88,601 per year, which is 18% above the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
131 Population 728/sq mi density
$88,601 Median Income $48,395 per capita
$129,200 Home Value $235,156 Zillow
$1,101 Median Rent 17.6% income on rent
56°F Avg Temperature 326 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.8 / 5.0
$88,601 median income, 1.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$129,200 home value, $1,101/mo rent
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
10.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $88,601
18% higher than US avg
Home Value $129,200
54% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 10.0%
70% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,101
5% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.6%
23% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.8%
50% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.3%
73% lower than US avg

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

People

Population131
Median Age30.7 yrs
Density728/mi²
Male / Female60% / 40%
Largest GroupWhite 97%
Veterans4.7%

Economy

A+
Median Income$88,601
Per Capita$48,395
Unemployment1.8%
Poverty3.3%
County GDP$3,875M
Commute40 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$129,200
Rent$1,101
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$235,156
Housing Units104
Rent Burden17.6%

Health

Obesity39.6%
Uninsured7.3%
Smoking14.9%
Depression23.9%
Heart Disease5.0%

Climate

Avg Temp56°F (13°C)
AQI39 (Good)
Rain29.7 in/yr
Sunny Days326/yr
Elevation1,195 ft (364 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+10.0%
High School+96.0%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.80

Community

2024 VoteR 65% / D 33%
Commute40 min
Broadband77.0%
Libraries2

Is New Cambria a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, New Cambria receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include long commute times, high obesity rates. New Cambria offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in New Cambria is $88,601, 18% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.8%. Only 3.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 40 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in New Cambria is $129,200, 54% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,101 per month. At just 1.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

10.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 96.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

New Cambria enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. With 326 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 29.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

New Cambria has a population of 131 with a density of 728 people per square mile. The median age is 30.7 years, 21% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.9%).

Population

131
Total Population
728
People / sq mi
30.7yrs
Median Age
21% below US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 60.3%
Female 39.7%

Race & Ethnicity

New Cambria vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.4%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.6%
81% below US avg

Social Characteristics

New Cambria vs U.S. Average

The median household income in New Cambria is $88,601, which is 18% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 40 minutes.

Income: New Cambria vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$88,601
18% above US avg
Per Capita Income$48,395
Avg Weekly Wage$975
IRS Avg AGI$66,003

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.8%
50% below US avg
Poverty Rate3.3%
73% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,583
County GDP$3,875M

Business (County)

Restaurants156
Healthcare176
Retail217
Manufacturing70

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,810
37% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.72%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time39.8 min
Drive Alone68.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in New Cambria is $129,200, 54% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,101 (5% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $235,156.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$129,200
54% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$235,156

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,101
5% below US avg
Rent Burden17.6%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied35.1%
Housing Units104
Median Year Built1980

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,810
37% above US avg
Effective Rate3.72%
In New Cambria, 39.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.3% of residents lack health insurance. 14.9% are current smokers. 23.9% report depression. 23.8% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: New Cambria vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.6%
23% above US avg
Diabetes8.7%
Heart Disease5.0%
High Blood Pressure29.2%
Asthma11.6%
COPD6.2%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking14.9%
6% above US avg
Binge Drinking18.9%
Physical Inactivity23.8%
Depression23.9%
Mental Distress18.7%
Physical Distress11.9%
Short Sleep35.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Uninsured7.3%
15% below US avg
Checkup Rate74.2%
Dental Visits64.3%
Premature Death9,658/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.0/10
Exercise Access80.4%
Healthcare Facilities176
New Cambria has an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 29.7 inches. The area enjoys 326 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

31°F Jan (-1°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average55.8°F
3% above US avg
January Average31°F (-1°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Sunny Days326 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall29.7 inches
22% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,195 ft (364 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.5 km²)
Population Density728/sq mi
Coordinates38.8790°N, 97.5066°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS20169
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+. 10.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (70% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 31.6-point margin. 77.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 64.9%
D 33.3%

Winner: Republican by 31.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+10.0%
70% below US avg
High School+96.0%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.80
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 5Nonmetro — Urban 20K+
Population Density728/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access77.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities176
Restaurants156
Retail Stores217

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute39.8 min
Drive Alone68.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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