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Olmitz, KS

Kansas · Barton County

Olmitz is a small town in Kansas with a population of 77. Residents earn $51,250 per year, which is 32% below the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
77 Population 481/sq mi density
$51,250 Median Income $39,799 per capita
$38,200 Home Value
55°F Avg Temperature 326 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.0 / 5.0
$51,250 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$38,200 home value
C
Education
2.3 / 5.0
16.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $51,250
32% lower than US avg
Home Value $38,200
86% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 16.4%
51% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.4%
17% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population77
Median Age61.5 yrs
Density481/mi²
Male / Female56% / 44%
Largest GroupWhite 92%
Veterans73.0%

Economy

A
Median Income$51,250
Per Capita$39,799
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$1,623M
Commute23 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$38,200
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units81
Rent Burden24.9%

Health

Obesity37.4%
Uninsured8.7%
Smoking16.9%
Depression21.8%
Heart Disease5.8%

Climate

Avg Temp55°F (13°C)
AQI39 (Good)
Rain24.8 in/yr
Sunny Days326/yr
Elevation2,021 ft (616 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+16.4%
High School+97.3%
Graduate+9.3%
School Score5.64

Community

2024 VoteR 78% / D 21%
Commute23 min
Broadband46.0%
Libraries4

Is Olmitz a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Olmitz receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Olmitz offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Olmitz is $51,250, 32% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Olmitz is $38,200, 86% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 0.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

16.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 97.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Olmitz experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. With 326 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 24.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Olmitz has a population of 77 with a density of 481 people per square mile, spread across 0.2 square miles. The median age is 61.5 years, 58% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 44.2% female and 55.8% male. The city is predominantly White (92.2%), with 7.8% Hispanic. English is the primary language spoken at home by 100% of residents. 73.0% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 17.8% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 84.4% have health insurance coverage.

Population

77
Total Population
481
People / sq mi
61.5yrs
Median Age
58% above US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 55.8%
Female 44.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Olmitz vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Olmitz vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Olmitz is $51,250, which is 32% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $39,799. The average weekly wage is $940, 34% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 890 business establishments, including 54 restaurants. The cost of living index is 90.1, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 2.4% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Olmitz vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$51,250
32% below US avg
Per Capita Income$39,799
Avg Weekly Wage$940
IRS Avg AGI$66,634

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)890
County GDP$1,623M

Business (County)

Restaurants54
Healthcare101
Retail98
Manufacturing32

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,054
44% above US avg
Cost of Living90.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate13.23%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.9 min
Drive Alone97.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Olmitz is $38,200, 86% below the national median of $281,900. Fair market rent ranges from $753 for a one-bedroom to $947 for a two-bedroom apartment. There are 81 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1952. The average annual property tax is $5,054 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 24.9% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 0.7x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$38,200
86% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden24.9%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied80.4%
Renter-Occupied19.6%
Housing Units81
Median Year Built1952

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,054
44% above US avg
Effective Rate13.23%
In Olmitz, 37.4% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 9.5% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 5.8% of residents. 31.9% have high blood pressure. 16.9% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 18.8% report binge drinking. 25.2% are physically inactive. 21.8% report depression. 17.8% experience frequent mental distress. 8.7% of residents lack health insurance. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,576. The dentist ratio is 1:1,791. 78.7% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 7.0 out of 10.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.4%
17% above US avg
Diabetes9.5%
Heart Disease5.8%
High Blood Pressure31.9%
Asthma10.0%
COPD6.9%
Cancer7.2%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking16.9%
21% above US avg
Binge Drinking18.8%
Physical Inactivity25.2%
Depression21.8%
Mental Distress17.8%
Physical Distress12.4%
Short Sleep33.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate84.4%
Uninsured8.7%
1% above US avg
Primary Care1:1,576
Dentists1:1,791
Mental Health1:377
Checkup Rate74.1%
Dental Visits64.6%
Premature Death10,780/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.0/10
Exercise Access78.7%
Healthcare Facilities101
Olmitz experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. The area gets 326 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 — making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 24.8 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39. The city sits at an elevation of 2,021 feet.

Temperature

31°F Jan (-1°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average54.8°F
1% above US avg
January Average31°F (-1°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Sunny Days326 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall24.8 inches
35% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation2,021 ft (616 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.4 km²)
Population Density481/sq mi
Coordinates38.5164°N, 98.9366°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
CountyBarton County County
County FIPS20009

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 31°F (-1°C) 0.5 in Coldest, Driest
February 34°F (1°C) 0.8 in
March 43°F (6°C) 1.9 in
April 53°F (12°C) 2.3 in
May 63°F (17°C) 3.5 in
June 74°F (23°C) 3.8 in Wettest
July 80°F (27°C) 3.5 in Warmest
August 78°F (25°C) 3.0 in
September 69°F (20°C) 2.4 in
October 57°F (14°C) 1.8 in
November 42°F (6°C) 1.1 in
December 33°F (0°C) 0.8 in

Olmitz has a seasonal temperature swing of 49°F — from 31°F in January to 80°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 25.2 inches, with June being the wettest month (3.8") and January the driest (0.5").

Olmitz is located in Barton County. It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, a smaller urban community. 16.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 51% below the national average of 33.7%. 97.3% have completed high school. 9.3% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 5.6 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 77.6% of the vote, a 56.8-point margin. 46.0% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate). There are 4 public libraries serving the community. 101 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 97.6% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 77.6%
D 20.9%

Winner: Republican by 56.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+16.4%
51% below US avg
High School+97.3%
Graduate Degree+9.3%
School Test Score5.64
C Education Grade (2.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density481/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi
CountyBarton County County

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access46.0%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities101
Restaurants54
Retail Stores98

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.9 min
Drive Alone97.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.4%

Frequently Asked Questions About Olmitz

What is the population of Olmitz?

Olmitz has a population of 77 residents and is located in Kansas. The population density is 481 people per square mile, spread across 0.2 square miles. The median age of residents is 61.5 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 44.2% female and 55.8% male.

Is Olmitz expensive to live in?

Olmitz is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 90.1 — below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $51,250, 32% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $38,200 (86% below the U.S. median). The home price-to-income ratio is 0.7x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Olmitz?

Olmitz has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winter temperatures average 31°F in January, while summers reach an average of 80°F in July. The area receives 326 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 24.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 39.

How is the job market in Olmitz?

The job market in Olmitz is very strong, with unemployment at just 0.0% — well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $940. There are 890 business establishments in the area, including 54 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 23 minutes, and 2.4% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Olmitz?

The median home value in Olmitz is $38,200. The average annual property tax is $5,054.

How are the schools in Olmitz?

Schools in Olmitz score 5.6 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 16.4% of adults in Olmitz hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 97.3% have completed high school. 9.3% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Olmitz?

The obesity rate in Olmitz is 37.4% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 16.9% of adults are smokers. 25.2% are physically inactive. 21.8% of residents report depression. 8.7% lack health insurance. 78.7% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,576.

What is transportation like in Olmitz?

The average commute in Olmitz is 23 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 97.6% of workers drive alone to work, and 2.4% work from home.

What are the demographics of Olmitz?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Olmitz is 92.2% White, 7.8% Hispanic or Latino. 100% of residents speak only English at home. 73.0% of the population are military veterans. 17.8% of residents have a disability. 84.4% have health insurance coverage.

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