New Salem, KS

Kansas

New Salem is a small town in Kansas with a population of 24.

5.0 /5.0
A+ Excellent
24 Population 65/sq mi density
56°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
5.0 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population24
Median AgeN/A
Density65/mi²
Male / Female0% / 100%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans24.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per CapitaN/A
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$1,697M

Climate

Avg Temp56°F (14°C)
AQI39 (Good)
Rain40.7 in/yr
Elevation1,267 ft (386 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+100.0%
School Score5.80

Community

2024 VoteR 69% / D 29%
CommuteN/A
Broadband24.0%
Libraries3

Is New Salem a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

New Salem enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 40.7 inches, including 9.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

New Salem has a population of 24 with a density of 65 people per square mile. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

24
Total Population
65
People / sq mi
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 0%
Female 100%

Race & Ethnicity

New Salem vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

New Salem vs U.S. Average

The median household income in New Salem is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: New Salem vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Avg Weekly Wage$946
IRS Avg AGI$60,558

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)782
County GDP$1,697M

Business (County)

Restaurants70
Healthcare108
Retail106
Manufacturing46

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,055
16% above US avg

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

New Salem has an average annual temperature of 56°F (14°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation is 40.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

32°F Jan (0°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average56.3°F
4% above US avg
January Average32°F (0°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall40.7 inches
7% above US avg
Snowfall9.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,267 ft (386 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (1.0 km²)
Population Density65/sq mi
Coordinates37.3143°N, 96.8897°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS20035
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 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 40.3-point margin. 24.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 69.3%
D 29%

Winner: Republican by 40.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score5.80
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density65/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access24.0%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities108
Restaurants70
Retail Stores106

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Commute & Transportation

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