Ozawkie, KS

Kansas · Metropolitan Area

Ozawkie is a small town in Kansas with a population of 599. Residents earn $98,250 per year, which is 31% above the national average.

4.7 /5.0
A+ Excellent
599 Population 1,997/sq mi density
$98,250 Median Income $43,046 per capita
$198,100 Home Value $243,378 Zillow
$986 Median Rent 24.3% income on rent
55°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.7 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$98,250 median income, 0.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$198,100 home value, $986/mo rent
A
Education
4.2 / 5.0
39.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $98,250
31% higher than US avg
Home Value $198,100
30% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 39.6%
18% higher than US avg
Median Rent $986
15% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.5%
7% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.4%
89% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.3%
89% lower than US avg

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

People

Population599
Median Age38.1 yrs
Density1,997/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 93%
Veterans7.0%

Economy

A+
Median Income$98,250
Per Capita$43,046
Unemployment0.4%
Poverty1.3%
County GDP$501M
Commute32 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$198,100
Rent$986
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$243,378
Rent Burden24.3%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity34.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.5%
Heart Disease5.1%

Climate

Avg Temp55°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain37.6 in/yr
Elevation946 ft

Education

A
Bachelor's+39.6%
High School+99.5%
School Score5.80

Community

2024 VoteR 67% / D 31%
Commute32 min
Broadband95.7%
Libraries6

Is Ozawkie a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Ozawkie receives an overall livability score of 4.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, affordable housing. Ozawkie stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Ozawkie is $98,250, which is significantly higher than the national average — 31% above $75,149. This places Ozawkie among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.4%. Only 1.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Ozawkie is $198,100, 30% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $986 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 39.6% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 99.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Ozawkie 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 37.6 inches, including 13.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Ozawkie has a population of 599 with a density of 1,997 people per square mile. The median age is 38.1 years, 2% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (92.8%), with 1.3% Hispanic, 3.7% Black.

Population

599
Total Population
1,997
People / sq mi
38.1yrs
Median Age
2% below US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.4%
Female 50.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Ozawkie vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.0%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.0%
93% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Ozawkie vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Ozawkie is $98,250, which is 31% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Income: Ozawkie vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$98,250
31% above US avg
Per Capita Income$43,046
Avg Weekly Wage$990
IRS Avg AGI$70,806

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.4%
89% below US avg
Poverty Rate1.3%
89% below US avg
Establishments (County)416
County GDP$501M

Business (County)

Restaurants20
Healthcare27
Retail47
Manufacturing13

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,086
17% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.06%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time31.8 min
Drive Alone76.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home22.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Ozawkie is $198,100, 30% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $986 (15% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $243,378.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$198,100
30% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$243,378

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$986
15% below US avg
Rent Burden24.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied92.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,086
17% above US avg
Effective Rate2.06%
In Ozawkie, 34.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.5% report depression. 23.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.5%
7% above US avg
Diabetes8.6%
Heart Disease5.1%
High Blood Pressure29.0%
Asthma10.5%
COPD5.6%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.3%
Physical Inactivity23.2%
Depression22.5%
Mental Distress17.5%
Physical Distress11.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.8%
Checkup Rate75.7%
Premature Death9,032/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.2/10
Exercise Access26.6%
Healthcare Facilities27

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Safety Score

Ozawkie 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 37.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

29°F Jan (-2°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average54.8°F
1% above US avg
January Average29°F (-2°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall37.6 inches
1% below US avg
Snowfall13.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation946 ft (288 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.8 km²)
Population Density1,997/sq mi
Coordinates39.2353°N, 95.4658°W
County FIPS20087
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 39.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (18% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 36.9-point margin. 95.7% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 67.4%
D 30.5%

Winner: Republican by 36.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+39.6%
18% above US avg
High School+99.5%
School Test Score5.80
A Education Grade (4.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density1,997/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access95.7%
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities27
Restaurants20
Retail Stores47

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute31.8 min
Drive Alone76.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home22.3%

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