Park, KS

Kansas

Park is a small town in Kansas with a population of 79. Residents earn $93,750 per year, which is 25% above the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
79 Population 247/sq mi density
$93,750 Median Income $55,197 per capita
$77,500 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
53°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.7 / 5.0
$93,750 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$77,500 home value
C
Education
2.1 / 5.0
13.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $93,750
25% higher than US avg
Home Value $77,500
73% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 13.4%
60% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.6%
17% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 9.5%
23% lower than US avg

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

People

Population79
Median Age54.4 yrs
Density247/mi²
Male / Female57% / 43%
Largest GroupWhite 98%
Veterans72.0%

Economy

A+
Median Income$93,750
Per Capita$55,197
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty9.5%
County GDP$224M
Commute16 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$77,500
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity37.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.0%
Heart Disease5.7%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain23.5 in/yr
Elevation2,747 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+13.4%
High School+97.0%
School Score5.80

Community

2024 VoteR 90% / D 9%
Commute16 min
Broadband42.0%
Libraries2

Is Park a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Park receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing. Park offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Park is $93,750, 25% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 9.5% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Park is $77,500, 73% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 0.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

13.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 97.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Park experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 23.5 inches, including 20.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Park has a population of 79 with a density of 247 people per square mile. The median age is 54.4 years, 40% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97.5%), with 2.5% Hispanic.

Population

79
Total Population
247
People / sq mi
54.4yrs
Median Age
40% above US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 57%
Female 43%

Race & Ethnicity

Park vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Park vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Park is $93,750, which is 25% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 9.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes.

Income: Park vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$93,750
25% above US avg
Per Capita Income$55,197
Avg Weekly Wage$930
IRS Avg AGI$74,704

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate9.5%
23% below US avg
Establishments (County)122
County GDP$224M

Business (County)

Restaurants8
Healthcare8
Retail15

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,025
15% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate5.19%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time15.6 min
Drive Alone90.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Park is $77,500, 73% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$77,500
73% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied97.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,025
15% above US avg
Effective Rate5.19%
In Park, 37.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.0% report depression. 25.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.6%
17% above US avg
Diabetes9.3%
Heart Disease5.7%
High Blood Pressure30.9%
Asthma9.8%
COPD6.3%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.8%
Physical Inactivity25.3%
Depression21.0%
Mental Distress17.5%
Physical Distress11.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate90.4%
Checkup Rate72.2%
Premature Death13,932/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.7/10
Exercise Access59.5%
Healthcare Facilities8

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Safety Score

Park has an average annual temperature of 53°F (11°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 23.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

29°F Jan (-2°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average52.5°F
3% below US avg
January Average29°F (-2°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall23.5 inches
38% below US avg
Snowfall20.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation2,747 ft (837 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.8 km²)
Population Density247/sq mi
Coordinates39.1118°N, 100.3614°W
County FIPS20179
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 13.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (60% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 80.3-point margin. 42.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 89.5%
D 9.2%

Winner: Republican by 80.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+13.4%
60% below US avg
High School+97.0%
School Test Score5.80
C Education Grade (2.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density247/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access42.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities8
Restaurants8
Retail Stores15

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute15.6 min
Drive Alone90.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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