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Oneida, KS

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Oneida is a small town in Kansas with a population of 155. Residents earn $42,083 per year, which is 44% below the national average.

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
155 Population 674/sq mi density
$42,083 Median Income $10,923 per capita
$50,000 Home Value
$955 Median Rent 51.0% income on rent
53°F Avg Temperature 302 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.2 / 5.0
$42,083 median income, 4.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$50,000 home value, $955/mo rent
F
Education
1.5 / 5.0
6.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $42,083
44% lower than US avg
Home Value $50,000
82% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 6.2%
82% lower than US avg
Median Rent $955
18% lower than US avg
Unemployment 4.7%
31% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 33.3%
169% higher than US avg

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

People

Population155
Median Age18.8 yrs
Density674/mi²
Male / Female32% / 68%
Largest GroupWhite 69%
Veterans80.0%

Economy

C
Median Income$42,083
Per Capita$10,923
Unemployment4.7%
Poverty33.3%
County GDP$702M
Commute26 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$50,000
Rent$955
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units98
Rent Burden51.0%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (11°C)
AQI39 (Good)
Rain34.7 in/yr
Sunny Days302/yr
Elevation1,274 ft (388 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+6.2%
High School+67.7%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.80

Community

2024 VoteR 73% / D 25%
Commute26 min
Broadband33.0%
Libraries3

Is Oneida a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Oneida receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Oneida has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Oneida is $42,083, 44% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.7%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 33.3% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Oneida is $50,000, 82% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $955 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

6.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 67.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Oneida experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. With 302 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 34.7 inches, including 16.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Oneida has a population of 155 with a density of 674 people per square mile. The median age is 18.8 years, 52% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (69%), with 1.9% Black.

Population

155
Total Population
674
People / sq mi
18.8yrs
Median Age
52% below US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 32.3%
Female 67.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Oneida vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Oneida vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Oneida is $42,083, which is 44% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 33.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Oneida vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$42,083
44% below US avg
Per Capita Income$10,923
Avg Weekly Wage$972
IRS Avg AGI$82,735

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.7%
31% above US avg
Poverty Rate33.3%
169% above US avg
Establishments (County)339
County GDP$702M

Business (County)

Restaurants25
Healthcare35
Retail35
Manufacturing19

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,643
4% above US avg
Cost of Living90.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate7.29%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.5 min
Drive Alone39.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Oneida is $50,000, 82% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $955 (18% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$50,000
82% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$955
18% below US avg
Rent Burden51.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied78.8%
Housing Units98
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,643
4% above US avg
Effective Rate7.29%
Oneida has an average annual temperature of 53°F (11°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 34.7 inches. The area enjoys 302 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-4°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average52.6°F
3% below US avg
January Average26°F (-4°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days302 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

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

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,274 ft (388 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.6 km²)
Population Density674/sq mi
Coordinates39.8668°N, 95.9398°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS20013
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 6.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (82% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 47.9-point margin. 33.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 73%
D 25%

Winner: Republican by 47.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+6.2%
82% below US avg
High School+67.7%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.80
F Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density674/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access33.0%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities35
Restaurants25
Retail Stores35

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.5 min
Drive Alone39.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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