Olpe, KS

Kansas

Olpe is a small town in Kansas with a population of 603. Residents earn $87,917 per year, which is 17% above the national average.

4.7 /5.0
A+ Excellent
603 Population 861/sq mi density
$87,917 Median Income $34,028 per capita
$158,300 Home Value $300,318 Zillow
$815 Median Rent 13.5% income on rent
56°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.7 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.8 / 5.0
$87,917 median income, 0.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$158,300 home value, $815/mo rent
A
Education
4.2 / 5.0
39.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $87,917
17% higher than US avg
Home Value $158,300
44% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 39.9%
18% higher than US avg
Median Rent $815
30% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.1%
12% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.7%
81% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.4%
89% lower than US avg

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

People

Population603
Median Age32.5 yrs
Density861/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 91%
Veterans4.2%

Economy

A+
Median Income$87,917
Per Capita$34,028
Unemployment0.7%
Poverty1.4%
County GDP$1,975M
Commute18 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$158,300
Rent$815
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$300,318
Rent Burden13.5%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity36.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.5%
Heart Disease5.1%

Climate

Avg Temp56°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain34.8 in/yr
Elevation1,213 ft

Education

A
Bachelor's+39.9%
High School+94.6%
School Score5.80

Community

2024 VoteR 56% / D 42%
Commute18 min
Broadband95.0%
Libraries5

Is Olpe a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Olpe receives an overall livability score of 4.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, affordable housing. Olpe stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Olpe is $87,917, 17% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.7%. Only 1.4% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Olpe is $158,300, 44% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $815 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 39.9% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 94.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Olpe enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 34.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Olpe has a population of 603 with a density of 861 people per square mile. The median age is 32.5 years, 16% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (91.4%), with 1.7% Hispanic.

Population

603
Total Population
861
People / sq mi
32.5yrs
Median Age
16% below US avg
0.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.4%
Female 52.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Olpe vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.4%
25% above US avg
Spanish1.6%
88% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Olpe vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Olpe is $87,917, which is 17% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes.

Income: Olpe vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$87,917
17% above US avg
Per Capita Income$34,028
Avg Weekly Wage$913
IRS Avg AGI$58,606

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.7%
81% below US avg
Poverty Rate1.4%
89% below US avg
Establishments (County)878
County GDP$1,975M

Business (County)

Restaurants106
Healthcare111
Retail126
Manufacturing33

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,833
38% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.05%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time18.2 min
Drive Alone77.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home10.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Olpe is $158,300, 44% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $815 (30% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $300,318.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$158,300
44% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$300,318

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$815
30% below US avg
Rent Burden13.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied78.4%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,833
38% above US avg
Effective Rate3.05%
In Olpe, 36.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.5% report depression. 23.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.1%
12% above US avg
Diabetes8.5%
Heart Disease5.1%
High Blood Pressure30.8%
Asthma10.1%
COPD5.9%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.4%
Physical Inactivity23.3%
Depression22.5%
Mental Distress17.2%
Physical Distress11.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.2%
Checkup Rate74.4%
Premature Death7,547/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.8/10
Exercise Access74.5%
Healthcare Facilities111

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10

Safety Score

Olpe has an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 34.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

31°F Jan (-1°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average55.7°F
3% above US avg
January Average31°F (-1°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall34.8 inches
8% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,213 ft (370 m)
Area0.7 sq mi (1.8 km²)
Population Density861/sq mi
Coordinates38.2647°N, 96.1651°W
County FIPS20111
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 39.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (18% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 14.7-point margin. 95.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 56.3%
D 41.6%

Winner: Republican by 14.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+39.9%
18% above US avg
High School+94.6%
School Test Score5.80
A Education Grade (4.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density861/sq mi
Total Area0.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access95.0%
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities111
Restaurants106
Retail Stores126

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute18.2 min
Drive Alone77.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home10.8%

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