Pawnee Rock, KS

Kansas

Pawnee Rock is a small town in Kansas with a population of 293. Residents earn $47,188 per year, which is 37% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
293 Population 1,046/sq mi density
$47,188 Median Income $22,688 per capita
$63,500 Home Value
$592 Median Rent 18.8% income on rent
54°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$47,188 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$63,500 home value, $592/mo rent
F
Education
1.4 / 5.0
5.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $47,188
37% lower than US avg
Home Value $63,500
77% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 5.6%
83% lower than US avg
Median Rent $592
49% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.8%
18% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 12.8%
3% higher than US avg

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

People

Population293
Median Age39.9 yrs
Density1,046/mi²
Male / Female42% / 58%
Largest GroupWhite 80%
Veterans6.1%

Economy

B+
Median Income$47,188
Per Capita$22,688
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty12.8%
County GDP$1,623M
Commute19 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$63,500
Rent$592
OwnershipN/A
Rent Burden18.8%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity37.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.5%
Heart Disease5.8%

Climate

Avg Temp54°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain27.3 in/yr
Elevation1,948 ft

Education

F
Bachelor's+5.6%
High School+90.4%
School Score5.80

Community

2024 VoteR 78% / D 21%
Commute19 min
Broadband92.2%
Libraries4

Is Pawnee Rock a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Pawnee Rock receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Pawnee Rock offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Pawnee Rock is $47,188, 37% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 12.8% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Pawnee Rock is $63,500, 77% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $592 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

5.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Pawnee Rock experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 27.3 inches, including 11.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Pawnee Rock has a population of 293 with a density of 1,046 people per square mile. The median age is 39.9 years, 3% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (79.9%), with 6.8% Hispanic.

Population

293
Total Population
1,046
People / sq mi
39.9yrs
Median Age
3% above US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 41.6%
Female 58.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Pawnee Rock vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Pawnee Rock vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Pawnee Rock is $47,188, which is 37% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 12.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes.

Income: Pawnee Rock vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$47,188
37% below US avg
Per Capita Income$22,688
Avg Weekly Wage$940
IRS Avg AGI$66,634

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate12.8%
3% above US avg
Establishments (County)890
County GDP$1,623M

Business (County)

Restaurants54
Healthcare101
Retail98
Manufacturing32

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,054
44% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate7.96%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time18.6 min
Drive Alone71.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home14.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Pawnee Rock is $63,500, 77% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $592 (49% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$63,500
77% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$592
49% below US avg
Rent Burden18.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied82.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,054
44% above US avg
Effective Rate7.96%
In Pawnee Rock, 37.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.5% report depression. 26.2% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Pawnee Rock vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.8%
18% above US avg
Diabetes9.9%
Heart Disease5.8%
High Blood Pressure31.5%
Asthma10.5%
COPD6.8%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.6%
Physical Inactivity26.2%
Depression22.5%
Mental Distress18.2%
Physical Distress12.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate86.6%
Checkup Rate74.8%
Premature Death10,780/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.0/10
Exercise Access78.7%
Healthcare Facilities101

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Safety Score

Pawnee Rock has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 27.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average54.3°F
1% above US avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall27.3 inches
28% below US avg
Snowfall11.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,948 ft (594 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.7 km²)
Population Density1,046/sq mi
Coordinates38.2649°N, 98.9824°W
County FIPS20009
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 5.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (83% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 56.8-point margin. 92.2% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 77.6%
D 20.9%

Winner: Republican by 56.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+5.6%
83% below US avg
High School+90.4%
School Test Score5.80
F Education Grade (1.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density1,046/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access92.2%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities101
Restaurants54
Retail Stores98

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute18.6 min
Drive Alone71.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home14.5%

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