Niotaze, KS

Kansas

Niotaze is a small town in Kansas with a population of 130. Residents earn $66,667 per year, which is 11% below the national average.

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
130 Population 351/sq mi density
$66,667 Median Income $28,338 per capita
$97,700 Home Value
57°F Avg Temperature 305 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.4 / 5.0
$66,667 median income, 8.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$97,700 home value
F
Education
1.4 / 5.0
5.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $66,667
11% lower than US avg
Home Value $97,700
65% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 5.5%
84% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 41.6%
30% higher than US avg
Unemployment 8.6%
139% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 25.0%
102% higher than US avg

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

People

Population130
Median Age38.3 yrs
Density351/mi²
Male / Female63% / 37%
Largest GroupWhite 69%
Veterans98.0%

Economy

C
Median Income$66,667
Per Capita$28,338
Unemployment8.6%
Poverty25.0%
County GDP$101M
Commute29 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$97,700
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units48

Health

Obesity41.6%
Uninsured10.3%
Smoking21.6%
Depression24.9%
Heart Disease7.0%

Climate

Avg Temp57°F (14°C)
AQI39 (Good)
Rain40.5 in/yr
Sunny Days305/yr
Elevation763 ft (233 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+5.5%
High School+86.8%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.80

Community

2024 VoteR 85% / D 14%
Commute29 min
Broadband50.0%
Libraries2

Is Niotaze a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Niotaze receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, high obesity rates. Niotaze has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Niotaze is $66,667, 11% below the national average of $75,149. At 8.6%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 25.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Niotaze is $97,700, 65% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

5.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Niotaze enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F. Winters average 34°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 40.5 inches, including 9.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Niotaze has a population of 130 with a density of 351 people per square mile. The median age is 38.3 years, 2% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (68.5%), with 31.5% Hispanic.

Population

130
Total Population
351
People / sq mi
38.3yrs
Median Age
2% below US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 63.1%
Female 36.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Niotaze vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Niotaze vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Niotaze is $66,667, which is 11% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 8.6% (above the 3.6% US average). 25.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Income: Niotaze vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$66,667
11% below US avg
Per Capita Income$28,338
Avg Weekly Wage$689
IRS Avg AGI$54,614

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment8.6%
139% above US avg
Poverty Rate25.0%
102% above US avg
Establishments (County)106
County GDP$101M

Business (County)

Restaurants4
Healthcare10
Retail11
Manufacturing3

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,900
17% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.97%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.8 min
Drive Alone84.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Niotaze is $97,700, 65% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$97,700
65% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied90.0%
Housing Units48
Median Year Built1992

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,900
17% below US avg
Effective Rate2.97%
In Niotaze, 41.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 10.3% of residents lack health insurance. 21.6% are current smokers. 24.9% report depression. 31.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity41.6%
30% above US avg
Diabetes11.9%
Heart Disease7.0%
High Blood Pressure34.5%
Asthma12.4%
COPD8.8%
Cancer6.9%
Stroke3.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking21.6%
54% above US avg
Binge Drinking16.4%
Physical Inactivity31.2%
Depression24.9%
Mental Distress21.5%
Physical Distress15.6%
Short Sleep39.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate77.0%
Uninsured10.3%
20% above US avg
Checkup Rate73.9%
Dental Visits50.0%
Premature Death12,109/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.1/10
Exercise Access44.5%
Healthcare Facilities10
Niotaze has an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation is 40.5 inches. The area enjoys 305 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

34°F Jan (1°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average57.4°F
6% above US avg
January Average34°F (1°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Sunny Days305 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall40.5 inches
7% above US avg
Snowfall9.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation763 ft (233 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (1.0 km²)
Population Density351/sq mi
Coordinates37.0673°N, 96.0145°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS20019
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 5.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (84% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 71.3-point margin. 50.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 85.1%
D 13.8%

Winner: Republican by 71.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+5.5%
84% below US avg
High School+86.8%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.80
F Education Grade (1.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density351/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access50.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities10
Restaurants4
Retail Stores11

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute28.8 min
Drive Alone84.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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