Norcatur, KS

Kansas

Norcatur is a small town in Kansas with a population of 202. Residents earn $67,143 per year, which is 11% below the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
202 Population 202/sq mi density
$67,143 Median Income $28,416 per capita
$85,400 Home Value $100,630 Zillow
N/A Median Rent 9.0% income on rent
52°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.2 / 5.0
$67,143 median income, 2.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$85,400 home value
C
Education
2.3 / 5.0
16.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $67,143
11% lower than US avg
Home Value $85,400
70% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 16.8%
50% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.2%
16% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.0%
44% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 7.9%
36% lower than US avg

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

People

Population202
Median Age34.7 yrs
Density202/mi²
Male / Female54% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 93%
Veterans6.3%

Economy

A
Median Income$67,143
Per Capita$28,416
Unemployment2.0%
Poverty7.9%
County GDP$222M
Commute17 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$85,400
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$100,630
Rent Burden9.0%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity37.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression20.8%
Heart Disease5.8%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain26.2 in/yr
Elevation2,627 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+16.8%
High School+96.9%
School Score5.80

Community

2024 VoteR 84% / D 15%
Commute17 min
Broadband94.0%
Libraries3

Is Norcatur a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Norcatur receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, strong internet connectivity. Norcatur offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Norcatur is $67,143, 11% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.0%. Only 7.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Norcatur is $85,400, 70% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

16.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 96.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Norcatur experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 26.2 inches, including 19.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Norcatur has a population of 202 with a density of 202 people per square mile. The median age is 34.7 years, 11% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (92.6%), with 2.5% Hispanic.

Population

202
Total Population
202
People / sq mi
34.7yrs
Median Age
11% below US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.5%
Female 46.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Norcatur vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only92.4%
18% above US avg
Spanish7.6%
43% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Norcatur vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Norcatur is $67,143, which is 11% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 7.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes.

Income: Norcatur vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$67,143
11% below US avg
Per Capita Income$28,416
Avg Weekly Wage$737
IRS Avg AGI$54,208

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.0%
44% below US avg
Poverty Rate7.9%
36% below US avg
Establishments (County)132
County GDP$222M

Business (County)

Restaurants6
Healthcare4
Retail18

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time16.7 min
Drive Alone58.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home12.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Norcatur is $85,400, 70% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $100,630.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$85,400
70% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$100,630

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden9.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied84.0%

Property Tax

In Norcatur, 37.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 20.8% report depression. 24.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.2%
16% above US avg
Diabetes9.4%
Heart Disease5.8%
High Blood Pressure30.4%
Asthma9.7%
COPD6.0%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.8%
Physical Inactivity24.5%
Depression20.8%
Mental Distress16.6%
Physical Distress11.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate83.5%
Checkup Rate72.4%
Premature Death10,239/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.4/10
Exercise Access64.0%
Healthcare Facilities4

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Safety Score

Norcatur has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 26.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

27°F Jan (-3°C) 78°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average51.6°F
4% below US avg
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average78°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall26.2 inches
31% below US avg
Snowfall19.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation2,627 ft (801 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.6 km²)
Population Density202/sq mi
Coordinates39.8348°N, 100.1888°W
County FIPS20039
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 16.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (50% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 69-point margin. 94.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 83.8%
D 14.8%

Winner: Republican by 69 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+16.8%
50% below US avg
High School+96.9%
School Test Score5.80
C Education Grade (2.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density202/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.0%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities4
Restaurants6
Retail Stores18

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute16.7 min
Drive Alone58.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home12.2%

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