Nortonville, KS

Kansas

Nortonville is a small town in Kansas with a population of 797. Residents earn $73,500 per year, which is 2% below the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
797 Population 1,853/sq mi density
$73,500 Median Income $27,435 per capita
$91,500 Home Value $200,047 Zillow
$869 Median Rent 37.1% income on rent
55°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$73,500 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$91,500 home value, $869/mo rent
C+
Education
2.8 / 5.0
22.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $73,500
2% lower than US avg
Home Value $91,500
68% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 22.5%
33% lower than US avg
Median Rent $869
25% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.0%
9% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 22.1%
78% higher than US avg

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

People

Population797
Median Age35.3 yrs
Density1,853/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 98%
Veterans10.8%

Economy

B+
Median Income$73,500
Per Capita$27,435
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty22.1%
County GDP$845M
Commute35 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$91,500
Rent$869
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$200,047
Rent Burden37.1%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity35.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.6%
Heart Disease5.5%

Climate

Avg Temp55°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain37.6 in/yr
Elevation1,121 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+22.5%
High School+93.5%
School Score5.80

Community

2024 VoteR 68% / D 30%
Commute35 min
Broadband92.2%
Libraries2

Is Nortonville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Nortonville receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate. Nortonville offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Nortonville is $73,500, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 22.1% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Nortonville is $91,500, 68% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $869 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

22.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Nortonville experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 37.6 inches, including 13.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Nortonville has a population of 797 with a density of 1,853 people per square mile. The median age is 35.3 years, 9% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98%), with 1.3% Hispanic.

Population

797
Total Population
1,853
People / sq mi
35.3yrs
Median Age
9% below US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.8%
Female 49.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Nortonville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.2%
25% above US avg
Spanish1.8%
87% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Nortonville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Nortonville is $73,500, which is 2% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 22.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes.

Income: Nortonville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$73,500
2% below US avg
Per Capita Income$27,435
Avg Weekly Wage$997
IRS Avg AGI$63,080

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate22.1%
78% above US avg
Establishments (County)428
County GDP$845M

Business (County)

Restaurants35
Healthcare38
Retail42
Manufacturing21

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,933
12% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.30%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time34.7 min
Drive Alone85.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Nortonville is $91,500, 68% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $869 (25% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $200,047.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$91,500
68% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$200,047

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$120
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio0.0%
Price Drops50.0%
Inventory2

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$869
25% below US avg
Rent Burden37.1%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied73.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,933
12% above US avg
Effective Rate4.30%
In Nortonville, 35.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.6% report depression. 24.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.0%
9% above US avg
Diabetes9.0%
Heart Disease5.5%
High Blood Pressure29.9%
Asthma10.3%
COPD6.2%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.6%
Physical Inactivity24.3%
Depression22.6%
Mental Distress17.7%
Physical Distress11.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.5%
Checkup Rate75.2%
Premature Death9,705/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.4/10
Exercise Access82.3%
Healthcare Facilities38

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Nortonville has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 37.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

29°F Jan (-2°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average54.8°F
1% above US avg
January Average29°F (-2°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall37.6 inches
1% below US avg
Snowfall13.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,121 ft (342 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (1.1 km²)
Population Density1,853/sq mi
Coordinates39.4154°N, 95.3300°W
County FIPS20005
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 22.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (33% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 37.4-point margin. 92.2% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 67.7%
D 30.3%

Winner: Republican by 37.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+22.5%
33% below US avg
High School+93.5%
School Test Score5.80
C+ Education Grade (2.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density1,853/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access92.2%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities38
Restaurants35
Retail Stores42

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute34.7 min
Drive Alone85.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.6%

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