Osage City, KS

Kansas · Metropolitan Area

Osage City is a small town in Kansas with a population of 2,837. Residents earn $63,393 per year, which is 16% below the national average.

3.0 /5.0
B Good
2,837 Population 901/sq mi density
$63,393 Median Income $27,465 per capita
$135,400 Home Value $188,293 Zillow
$833 Median Rent
54°F Avg Temperature
69 Violent Crime/100K 1,524 property/100K
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$63,393 median income, 3.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$135,400 home value, $833/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
69 violent crimes/100K (82% below avg)
C
Education
2.5 / 5.0
18.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $63,393
16% lower than US avg
Home Value $135,400
52% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 69/100K
82% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 18.6%
45% lower than US avg
Median Rent $833
28% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 43.7%
36% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.5%
3% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 15.1%
22% higher than US avg

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

People

Population2,837
Median Age39.5 yrs
Density901/mi²
Male / Female55% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 98%

Economy

B+
Median Income$63,393
Per Capita$27,465
Unemployment3.5%
Poverty15.1%
County GDP$417M
Commute23 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$135,400
Rent$833
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$188,293

Crime

F
Violent69/100K
Property1,524/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault69/100K
Burglary416/100K

Health

Obesity43.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.8%
Heart Disease6.4%

Climate

Avg Temp54°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain38.9 in/yr
Elevation1,080 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+18.6%
High School+88.2%
School Score6.02

Community

2024 VoteR 73% / D 25%
Commute23 min
Libraries5

Is Osage City a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Osage City receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Osage City offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Osage City is $63,393, 16% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.5%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 15.1% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Osage City is $135,400, 52% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $833 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.

Safety & Crime

Osage City is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 69 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,524 per 100,000, 22% below the national average.

Education

18.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 6/10.

Climate & Weather

Osage City experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 38.9 inches, including 10.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Osage City has a population of 2,837 with a density of 901 people per square mile. The median age is 39.5 years, 2% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97.7%).

Population

2,837
Total Population
901
People / sq mi
39.5yrs
Median Age
2% above US avg
3.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 54.5%
Female 45.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Osage City vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.0%
25% above US avg
Spanish2.0%
85% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Osage City vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Osage City is $63,393, which is 16% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 15.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Income: Osage City vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$63,393
16% below US avg
Per Capita Income$27,465
Avg Weekly Wage$746
IRS Avg AGI$62,496

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.5%
3% below US avg
Poverty Rate15.1%
22% above US avg
Establishments (County)370
County GDP$417M

Business (County)

Restaurants27
Healthcare27
Retail43
Manufacturing7

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,914
12% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.89%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.8 min
Work from Home11.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Osage City is $135,400, 52% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $833 (28% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $188,293.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$135,400
52% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$188,293
Median List Price$269,900

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$269,900
$/Sq Ft$123
Homes Sold4
Sale-to-List Ratio0.0%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory3

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$833
28% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$792
1 Bedroom$820
2 Bedrooms$1,057
3 Bedrooms$1,392
4 Bedrooms$1,411

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied68.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,914
12% above US avg
Effective Rate2.89%
In Osage City, 43.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 23.8% report depression. 29.8% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Osage City vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity43.7%
36% above US avg
Diabetes10.9%
Heart Disease6.4%
High Blood Pressure34.2%
Asthma10.9%
COPD8.1%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.2%
Physical Inactivity29.8%
Depression23.8%
Mental Distress19.5%
Physical Distress14.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate84.3%
Checkup Rate74.5%
Premature Death10,634/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.1/10
Exercise Access42.8%
Healthcare Facilities27
Osage City has a violent crime rate of 69 per 100,000 residents, 82% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,524 per 100,000 (22% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent69.3/100K
82% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault69.3/100K

Property Crime

Total Property1,523.6/100K
22% below US avg
Burglary415.5/100K
Theft1,004.2/100K
Vehicle Theft103.9/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Osage City has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 38.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

29°F Jan (-2°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average54.3°F
1% above US avg
January Average29°F (-2°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall38.9 inches
2% above US avg
Snowfall10.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,080 ft (329 m)
Area3.2 sq mi (8.2 km²)
Population Density901/sq mi
Coordinates38.6341°N, 95.8210°W
County FIPS20139
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 18.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (45% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 48-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 72.7%
D 24.7%

Winner: Republican by 48 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+18.6%
45% below US avg
High School+88.2%
School Test Score6.02
C Education Grade (2.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density901/sq mi
Total Area3.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities27
Restaurants27
Retail Stores43

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6
FEMA Disaster Declarations91
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.8 min
Work from Home11.9%

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