Onaga, KS

Kansas · Metropolitan Area

Onaga is a small town in Kansas with a population of 680. Residents earn $46,042 per year, which is 39% below the national average.

4.1 /5.0
A Great
680 Population 1,030/sq mi density
$46,042 Median Income $30,071 per capita
$95,400 Home Value $110,857 Zillow
$855 Median Rent 28.3% income on rent
55°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.9 / 5.0
$46,042 median income, 1.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$95,400 home value, $855/mo rent
B
Education
3.3 / 5.0
28.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $46,042
39% lower than US avg
Home Value $95,400
66% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 28.3%
16% lower than US avg
Median Rent $855
26% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.8%
15% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.2%
67% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.2%
74% lower than US avg

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

People

Population680
Median Age58.3 yrs
Density1,030/mi²
Male / Female47% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 93%
Veterans12.3%

Economy

B+
Median Income$46,042
Per Capita$30,071
Unemployment1.2%
Poverty3.2%
County GDP$1,591M
Commute20 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$95,400
Rent$855
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$110,857
Rent Burden28.3%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity36.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.1%
Heart Disease5.3%

Climate

Avg Temp55°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain34.7 in/yr
Elevation1,113 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+28.3%
High School+92.4%
School Score5.80

Community

2024 VoteR 73% / D 25%
Commute20 min
Broadband71.0%
Libraries5

Is Onaga a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Onaga receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Onaga stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Onaga is $46,042, 39% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.2%. Only 3.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Onaga is $95,400, 66% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $855 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

28.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Onaga experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 34.7 inches, including 16.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Onaga has a population of 680 with a density of 1,030 people per square mile. The median age is 58.3 years, 50% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (93.2%), with 3.2% Hispanic.

Population

680
Total Population
1,030
People / sq mi
58.3yrs
Median Age
50% above US avg
0.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.5%
Female 53.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Onaga vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.2%
23% above US avg
Spanish3.8%
72% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Onaga vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Onaga is $46,042, which is 39% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Income: Onaga vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$46,042
39% below US avg
Per Capita Income$30,071
Avg Weekly Wage$989
IRS Avg AGI$81,037

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.2%
67% below US avg
Poverty Rate3.2%
74% below US avg
Establishments (County)747
County GDP$1,591M

Business (County)

Restaurants50
Healthcare64
Retail86
Manufacturing31

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,316
23% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.52%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.9 min
Drive Alone76.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Onaga is $95,400, 66% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $855 (26% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $110,857.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$95,400
66% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$110,857
Median List Price$256,950

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$256,950
$/Sq Ft$159
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio0.0%
Price Drops33.3%
Inventory3

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$855
26% below US avg
Rent Burden28.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied49.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,316
23% above US avg
Effective Rate4.52%
In Onaga, 36.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.1% report depression. 25.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.8%
15% above US avg
Diabetes9.0%
Heart Disease5.3%
High Blood Pressure31.2%
Asthma10.1%
COPD6.3%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.3%
Physical Inactivity25.8%
Depression21.1%
Mental Distress17.5%
Physical Distress11.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.8%
Checkup Rate73.2%
Premature Death7,314/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.0/10
Exercise Access45.3%
Healthcare Facilities64

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Safety Score

Onaga has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 34.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

29°F Jan (-2°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average54.5°F
1% above US avg
January Average29°F (-2°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall34.7 inches
9% below US avg
Snowfall16.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,113 ft (339 m)
Area0.7 sq mi (1.7 km²)
Population Density1,030/sq mi
Coordinates39.4893°N, 96.1702°W
County FIPS20149
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 28.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (16% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 47.6-point margin. 71.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 72.8%
D 25.2%

Winner: Republican by 47.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+28.3%
16% below US avg
High School+92.4%
School Test Score5.80
B Education Grade (3.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density1,030/sq mi
Total Area0.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access71.0%
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities64
Restaurants50
Retail Stores86

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.9 min
Drive Alone76.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.5%

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