Osawatomie, KS
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Osawatomie, KS
At a Glance
How Osawatomie Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Osawatomie's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Osawatomie a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Osawatomie residents earn a median household income of $55,612 , which is 26% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $28,080. The unemployment rate stands at 5.5% (53% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 9.5% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 966 business establishments, including 60 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Osawatomie is $137,400 , 51% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $204,144. Median rent is $948/month, with 29.0% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 90.1 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1951.
Safety & Crime
Osawatomie reports 335 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 12% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,776/100K.
Education
13.0% of adults in Osawatomie hold a bachelor's degree or higher (61% below the national average). 93.6% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.3/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Osawatomie 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 totals 38.9 inches.