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Partridge, KS

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Partridge is a small town in Kansas with a population of 181. Residents earn $65,156 per year, which is 13% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
181 Population 584/sq mi density
$65,156 Median Income $27,597 per capita
$68,800 Home Value $189,546 Zillow
$950 Median Rent 20.7% income on rent
55°F Avg Temperature 317 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$65,156 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$68,800 home value, $950/mo rent
F
Education
1.5 / 5.0
6.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $65,156
13% lower than US avg
Home Value $68,800
76% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 6.1%
82% lower than US avg
Median Rent $950
18% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 42.3%
32% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 14.6%
18% higher than US avg

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

People

Population181
Median Age31.6 yrs
Density584/mi²
Male / Female55% / 45%
Largest GroupWhite 95%
Veterans10.6%

Economy

B+
Median Income$65,156
Per Capita$27,597
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty14.6%
County GDP$3,428M
Commute20 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$68,800
Rent$950
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$189,546
Housing Units110
Rent Burden20.7%

Health

Obesity42.3%
Uninsured9.8%
Smoking17.7%
Depression24.7%
Heart Disease5.9%

Climate

Avg Temp55°F (13°C)
AQI39 (Good)
Rain30.3 in/yr
Sunny Days317/yr
Elevation1,607 ft (490 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+6.1%
High School+84.3%
Graduate+3.2%
School Score5.80

Community

2024 VoteR 66% / D 32%
Commute20 min
Broadband77.0%
Libraries9

Is Partridge a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Partridge receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Partridge offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Partridge is $65,156, 13% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 14.6% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Partridge is $68,800, 76% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $950 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

6.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 84.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Partridge experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. With 317 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 30.3 inches, including 9.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Partridge has a population of 181 with a density of 584 people per square mile. The median age is 31.6 years, 19% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95%).

Population

181
Total Population
584
People / sq mi
31.6yrs
Median Age
19% below US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 55.2%
Female 44.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Partridge vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only75.4%
4% below US avg
Spanish24.6%
84% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Partridge vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Partridge is $65,156, which is 13% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 14.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Income: Partridge vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$65,156
13% below US avg
Per Capita Income$27,597
Avg Weekly Wage$961
IRS Avg AGI$61,911

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate14.6%
18% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,685
County GDP$3,428M

Business (County)

Restaurants136
Healthcare169
Retail226
Manufacturing89

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,983
42% above US avg
Cost of Living90.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate7.24%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time20.3 min
Drive Alone93.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Partridge is $68,800, 76% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $950 (18% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $189,546.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$68,800
76% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$189,546

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$950
18% below US avg
Rent Burden20.7%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied76.6%
Housing Units110
Median Year Built1949

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,983
42% above US avg
Effective Rate7.24%
In Partridge, 42.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 9.8% of residents lack health insurance. 17.7% are current smokers. 24.7% report depression. 27.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity42.3%
32% above US avg
Diabetes9.8%
Heart Disease5.9%
High Blood Pressure28.7%
Asthma10.9%
COPD6.9%
Cancer7.1%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking17.7%
26% above US avg
Binge Drinking17.8%
Physical Inactivity27.1%
Depression24.7%
Mental Distress18.5%
Physical Distress12.6%
Short Sleep38.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate79.0%
Uninsured9.8%
14% above US avg
Checkup Rate75.3%
Dental Visits63.5%
Premature Death9,624/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.6/10
Exercise Access69.9%
Healthcare Facilities169
Partridge has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation is 30.3 inches. The area enjoys 317 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

31°F Jan (-1°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average55.1°F
2% above US avg
January Average31°F (-1°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Sunny Days317 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall30.3 inches
20% below US avg
Snowfall9.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,607 ft (490 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.8 km²)
Population Density584/sq mi
Coordinates37.9669°N, 98.0923°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS20155
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 6.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (82% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 34.5-point margin. 77.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 66.3%
D 31.8%

Winner: Republican by 34.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+6.1%
82% below US avg
High School+84.3%
Graduate Degree+3.2%
School Test Score5.80
F Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density584/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access77.0%
Public Libraries9
Healthcare Facilities169
Restaurants136
Retail Stores226

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute20.3 min
Drive Alone93.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.4%

Nearby Cities

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