Olivet, KS

Kansas · Metropolitan Area

Olivet is a small town in Kansas with a population of 111. Residents earn $88,750 per year, which is 18% above the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
111 Population 444/sq mi density
$88,750 Median Income $37,627 per capita
$155,400 Home Value
56°F Avg Temperature 302 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.4 / 5.0
$88,750 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$155,400 home value
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
7.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $88,750
18% higher than US avg
Home Value $155,400
45% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 7.7%
77% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.1%
25% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 12.1%
2% lower than US avg

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

People

Population111
Median Age31.4 yrs
Density444/mi²
Male / Female62% / 38%
Largest GroupWhite 70%
Veterans77.0%

Economy

A
Median Income$88,750
Per Capita$37,627
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty12.1%
County GDP$417M
Commute36 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$155,400
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units36

Health

Obesity40.1%
Uninsured8.2%
Smoking15.3%
Depression22.9%
Heart Disease5.8%

Climate

Avg Temp56°F (13°C)
AQI39 (Good)
Rain37.2 in/yr
Sunny Days302/yr
Elevation1,153 ft (351 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+7.7%
High School+93.8%
Graduate+7.5%
School Score5.80

Community

2024 VoteR 73% / D 25%
Commute36 min
Broadband41.0%
Libraries5

Is Olivet a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Olivet receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include long commute times, high obesity rates. Olivet offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Olivet is $88,750, 18% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 12.1% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 36 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Olivet is $155,400, 45% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

7.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Olivet 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. With 302 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 37.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Olivet has a population of 111 with a density of 444 people per square mile. The median age is 31.4 years, 19% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (70.3%), with 27.9% Hispanic.

Population

111
Total Population
444
People / sq mi
31.4yrs
Median Age
19% below US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 62.2%
Female 37.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Olivet vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.5%
25% above US avg
Spanish1.5%
89% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Olivet vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Olivet is $88,750, which is 18% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 12.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 36 minutes.

Income: Olivet vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$88,750
18% above US avg
Per Capita Income$37,627
Avg Weekly Wage$746
IRS Avg AGI$62,496

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate12.1%
2% below US avg
Establishments (County)370
County GDP$417M

Business (County)

Restaurants27
Healthcare27
Retail43
Manufacturing7

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,914
12% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.52%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time35.9 min
Drive Alone86.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Olivet is $155,400, 45% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$155,400
45% 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-Occupied80.5%
Housing Units36
Median Year Built1962

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,914
12% above US avg
Effective Rate2.52%
In Olivet, 40.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.2% of residents lack health insurance. 15.3% are current smokers. 22.9% report depression. 23.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.1%
25% above US avg
Diabetes9.0%
Heart Disease5.8%
High Blood Pressure31.6%
Asthma10.6%
COPD5.8%
Cancer7.3%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.3%
9% above US avg
Binge Drinking17.7%
Physical Inactivity23.9%
Depression22.9%
Mental Distress18.1%
Physical Distress11.5%
Short Sleep31.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.8%
Uninsured8.2%
5% below US avg
Checkup Rate75.3%
Dental Visits67.2%
Premature Death10,634/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.1/10
Exercise Access42.8%
Healthcare Facilities27
Olivet 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. The area enjoys 302 sunny days per year. 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)
Sunny Days302 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall37.2 inches
2% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,153 ft (351 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.6 km²)
Population Density444/sq mi
Coordinates38.4815°N, 95.7513°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS20139
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 7.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (77% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 48-point margin. 41.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 72.7%
D 24.7%

Winner: Republican by 48 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+7.7%
77% below US avg
High School+93.8%
Graduate Degree+7.5%
School Test Score5.80
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density444/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access41.0%
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities27
Restaurants27
Retail Stores43

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute35.9 min
Drive Alone86.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.2%

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