New Strawn, KS

Kansas

New Strawn is a small town in Kansas with a population of 408. Residents earn $110,000 per year, which is 46% above the national average.

4.5 /5.0
A+ Excellent
408 Population 516/sq mi density
$110,000 Median Income $55,724 per capita
$157,500 Home Value $222,109 Zillow
$819 Median Rent
56°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.5 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.9 / 5.0
$110,000 median income, 2.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$157,500 home value, $819/mo rent
B+
Education
3.7 / 5.0
33.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $110,000
46% higher than US avg
Home Value $157,500
44% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 33.3%
1% lower than US avg
Median Rent $819
30% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.1%
9% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.7%
25% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.5%
56% lower than US avg

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

People

Population408
Median Age43.8 yrs
Density516/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 94%

Economy

A+
Median Income$110,000
Per Capita$55,724
Unemployment2.7%
Poverty5.5%
County GDP$928M
Commute13 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$157,500
Rent$819
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$222,109

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity35.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.4%
Heart Disease5.2%

Climate

Avg Temp56°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain37.2 in/yr
Elevation1,114 ft

Education

B+
Bachelor's+33.3%
High School+96.8%
School Score5.80

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 21%
Commute13 min
Libraries6

Is New Strawn a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, New Strawn receives an overall livability score of 4.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. New Strawn stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in New Strawn is $110,000, which is significantly higher than the national average — 46% above $75,149. This places New Strawn among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.7%. Only 5.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 13 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in New Strawn is $157,500, 44% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $819 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 33.3% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 96.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

New Strawn 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.

New Strawn has a population of 408 with a density of 516 people per square mile. The median age is 43.8 years, 13% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.4%).

Population

408
Total Population
516
People / sq mi
43.8yrs
Median Age
13% above US avg
0.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50%
Female 50%

Race & Ethnicity

New Strawn vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.5%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.5%
96% below US avg

Social Characteristics

New Strawn vs U.S. Average

The median household income in New Strawn is $110,000, which is 46% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 13 minutes.

Income: New Strawn vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$110,000
46% above US avg
Per Capita Income$55,724
Avg Weekly Wage$1,304
IRS Avg AGI$72,139

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.7%
25% below US avg
Poverty Rate5.5%
56% 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 Rate1.57%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time12.7 min
Work from Home4.5%

Walkability

The median home value in New Strawn is $157,500, 44% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $819 (30% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $222,109.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$157,500
44% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$222,109

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$819
30% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied82.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,477
29% below US avg
Effective Rate1.57%
In New Strawn, 35.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.4% report depression. 23.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.1%
9% above US avg
Diabetes8.6%
Heart Disease5.2%
High Blood Pressure29.5%
Asthma10.4%
COPD5.8%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.9%
Physical Inactivity23.2%
Depression22.4%
Mental Distress17.6%
Physical Distress11.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.4%
Checkup Rate74.8%
Premature Death7,566/100K

Food & Exercise

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

Crime Rates: New Strawn vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

New Strawn 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

Elevation1,114 ft (340 m)
Area0.8 sq mi (2.0 km²)
Population Density516/sq mi
Coordinates38.2640°N, 95.7427°W
County FIPS20031
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 33.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (1% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 55.7-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 77%
D 21.3%

Winner: Republican by 55.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+33.3%
1% below US avg
High School+96.8%
School Test Score5.80
B+ Education Grade (3.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density516/sq mi
Total Area0.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities22
Restaurants17
Retail Stores43

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute12.7 min
Work from Home4.5%

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