Offerle, KS

Kansas

Offerle is a small town in Kansas with a population of 186. Residents earn $50,000 per year, which is 33% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
186 Population 664/sq mi density
$50,000 Median Income $27,417 per capita
$59,300 Home Value $159,974 Zillow
$942 Median Rent 21.3% income on rent
56°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$50,000 median income, 2.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$59,300 home value, $942/mo rent
D
Education
2.0 / 5.0
12.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $50,000
33% lower than US avg
Home Value $59,300
79% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 12.4%
63% lower than US avg
Median Rent $942
19% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.3%
26% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.1%
42% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 18.4%
48% higher than US avg

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

People

Population186
Median Age38.3 yrs
Density664/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 86%
Veterans15.9%

Economy

B
Median Income$50,000
Per Capita$27,417
Unemployment2.1%
Poverty18.4%
County GDP$236M
Commute24 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$59,300
Rent$942
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$159,974
Rent Burden21.3%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity40.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.0%
Heart Disease6.4%

Climate

Avg Temp56°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain22.0 in/yr
Elevation2,269 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+12.4%
High School+90.7%
School Score5.80

Community

2024 VoteR 82% / D 17%
Commute24 min
Broadband60.0%
Libraries2

Is Offerle a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Offerle receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Offerle offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Offerle is $50,000, 33% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.1%. The poverty rate of 18.4% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Offerle is $59,300, 79% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $942 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

12.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Offerle enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 22.0 inches, including 19.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Offerle has a population of 186 with a density of 664 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 (86%), with 2.2% Hispanic.

Population

186
Total Population
664
People / sq mi
38.3yrs
Median Age
2% below US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.8%
Female 53.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Offerle vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only84.1%
7% above US avg
Spanish15.9%
19% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Offerle vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Offerle is $50,000, which is 33% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 18.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Offerle vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$50,000
33% below US avg
Per Capita Income$27,417
Avg Weekly Wage$902
IRS Avg AGI$65,120

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.1%
42% below US avg
Poverty Rate18.4%
48% above US avg
Establishments (County)126
County GDP$236M

Business (County)

Restaurants6
Healthcare7
Retail9
Manufacturing7

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.9 min
Drive Alone77.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home9.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Offerle is $59,300, 79% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $942 (19% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $159,974.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$59,300
79% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$159,974

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$942
19% below US avg
Rent Burden21.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied81.7%

Property Tax

In Offerle, 40.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 23.0% report depression. 29.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.3%
26% above US avg
Diabetes10.8%
Heart Disease6.4%
High Blood Pressure33.2%
Asthma10.8%
COPD7.7%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.1%
Physical Inactivity29.9%
Depression23.0%
Mental Distress18.9%
Physical Distress13.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.2%
Checkup Rate74.0%
Premature Death25,238/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.0/10
Exercise Access54.3%
Healthcare Facilities7

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Offerle has an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation is 22.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

33°F Jan (1°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average56.0°F
4% above US avg
January Average33°F (1°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall22.0 inches
42% below US avg
Snowfall19.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation2,269 ft (692 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.7 km²)
Population Density664/sq mi
Coordinates37.8907°N, 99.5604°W
County FIPS20047
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 12.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (63% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 65.3-point margin. 60.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 82.1%
D 16.8%

Winner: Republican by 65.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+12.4%
63% below US avg
High School+90.7%
School Test Score5.80
D Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density664/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access60.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities7
Restaurants6
Retail Stores9

Safety & Disasters

FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.9 min
Drive Alone77.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home9.1%

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