Olsburg, KS

Kansas · Metropolitan Area

Olsburg is a small town in Kansas with a population of 274. Residents earn $76,250 per year, which is 1% above the national average.

4.2 /5.0
A Great
274 Population 1,142/sq mi density
$76,250 Median Income $28,197 per capita
$152,200 Home Value $282,793 Zillow
N/A Median Rent 9.0% income on rent
54°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.2 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.4 / 5.0
$76,250 median income, 2.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$152,200 home value
B
Education
3.1 / 5.0
26.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $76,250
1% higher than US avg
Home Value $152,200
46% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 26.3%
22% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.8%
15% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.0%
44% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.0%
35% lower than US avg

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

People

Population274
Median Age39.8 yrs
Density1,142/mi²
Male / Female56% / 44%
Largest GroupWhite 97%
Veterans4.7%

Economy

A
Median Income$76,250
Per Capita$28,197
Unemployment2.0%
Poverty8.0%
County GDP$3,814M
Commute29 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$152,200
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$282,793
Rent Burden9.0%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity36.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.2%
Heart Disease5.4%

Climate

Avg Temp54°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain33.8 in/yr
Elevation1,426 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+26.3%
High School+91.4%
School Score5.80

Community

2024 VoteR 48% / D 50%
Commute29 min
Broadband91.0%
Libraries3

Is Olsburg a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Olsburg receives an overall livability score of 4.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Olsburg stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Olsburg is $76,250, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.0%. 8.0% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Olsburg is $152,200, 46% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

26.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Olsburg experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 33.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Olsburg has a population of 274 with a density of 1,142 people per square mile. The median age is 39.8 years, 2% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97.4%).

Population

274
Total Population
1,142
People / sq mi
39.8yrs
Median Age
2% above US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 55.8%
Female 44.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Olsburg vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.5%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.5%
96% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Olsburg vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Olsburg is $76,250, which is 1% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 8.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Income: Olsburg vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$76,250
1% above US avg
Per Capita Income$28,197
Avg Weekly Wage$1,007
IRS Avg AGI$75,031

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.0%
44% below US avg
Poverty Rate8.0%
35% below US avg
Establishments (County)2,032
County GDP$3,814M

Business (County)

Restaurants165
Healthcare226
Retail226
Manufacturing28

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,783
94% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.46%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.6 min
Drive Alone62.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Olsburg is $152,200, 46% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $282,793.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$152,200
46% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$282,793

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden9.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied71.4%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,783
94% above US avg
Effective Rate4.46%
In Olsburg, 36.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.2% report depression. 25.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.8%
15% above US avg
Diabetes8.9%
Heart Disease5.4%
High Blood Pressure31.1%
Asthma10.5%
COPD6.4%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.2%
Physical Inactivity25.6%
Depression22.2%
Mental Distress18.1%
Physical Distress12.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.2%
Checkup Rate73.4%
Premature Death5,337/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment5.7/10
Exercise Access88.6%
Healthcare Facilities226

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Safety Score

Olsburg has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 33.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

28°F Jan (-2°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average53.6°F
1% below US avg
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall33.8 inches
11% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,426 ft (435 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.6 km²)
Population Density1,142/sq mi
Coordinates39.4321°N, 96.6160°W
County FIPS20161
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 26.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (22% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 1.8-point margin. 91.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 47.8%
D 49.6%

Winner: Democrat by 1.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+26.3%
22% below US avg
High School+91.4%
School Test Score5.80
B Education Grade (3.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density1,142/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access91.0%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities226
Restaurants165
Retail Stores226

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute28.6 min
Drive Alone62.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.3%

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