Paxico, KS

Kansas · Metropolitan Area

Paxico is a small town in Kansas with a population of 231. Residents earn $61,250 per year, which is 18% below the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
231 Population 1,540/sq mi density
$61,250 Median Income $34,035 per capita
$132,000 Home Value $246,615 Zillow
$342 Median Rent 13.1% income on rent
55°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.2 / 5.0
$61,250 median income, 1.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$132,000 home value, $342/mo rent
C
Education
2.4 / 5.0
17.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $61,250
18% lower than US avg
Home Value $132,000
53% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 17.7%
47% lower than US avg
Median Rent $342
71% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.7%
11% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.0%
72% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.2%
83% lower than US avg

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

People

Population231
Median Age48.6 yrs
Density1,540/mi²
Male / Female55% / 45%
Largest GroupWhite 75%
Veterans12.0%

Economy

A
Median Income$61,250
Per Capita$34,035
Unemployment1.0%
Poverty2.2%
County GDP$1,591M
Commute28 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$132,000
Rent$342
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$246,615
Rent Burden13.1%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity35.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.9%
Heart Disease5.3%

Climate

Avg Temp55°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain34.7 in/yr
Elevation990 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+17.7%
High School+99.4%
School Score5.80

Community

2024 VoteR 73% / D 25%
Commute28 min
Broadband87.0%
Libraries5

Is Paxico a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Paxico receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Paxico offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Paxico is $61,250, 18% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.0%. Only 2.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Paxico is $132,000, 53% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $342 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

17.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 99.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Paxico 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 34.7 inches, including 16.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Paxico has a population of 231 with a density of 1,540 people per square mile. The median age is 48.6 years, 25% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (74.9%), with 19.5% Hispanic.

Population

231
Total Population
1,540
People / sq mi
48.6yrs
Median Age
25% above US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 55.4%
Female 44.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Paxico vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.8%
25% above US avg
Spanish2.2%
84% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Paxico vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Paxico is $61,250, which is 18% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Income: Paxico vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$61,250
18% below US avg
Per Capita Income$34,035
Avg Weekly Wage$989
IRS Avg AGI$81,037

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.0%
72% below US avg
Poverty Rate2.2%
83% below US avg
Establishments (County)747
County GDP$1,591M

Business (County)

Restaurants50
Healthcare64
Retail86
Manufacturing31

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,316
23% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.27%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.0 min
Drive Alone87.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Paxico is $132,000, 53% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $342 (71% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $246,615.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$132,000
53% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$246,615

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$342
71% below US avg
Rent Burden13.1%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied81.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,316
23% above US avg
Effective Rate3.27%
In Paxico, 35.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.9% report depression. 24.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.7%
11% above US avg
Diabetes9.0%
Heart Disease5.3%
High Blood Pressure29.6%
Asthma10.6%
COPD5.8%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.7%
Physical Inactivity24.6%
Depression21.9%
Mental Distress17.7%
Physical Distress12.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.9%
Checkup Rate74.3%
Premature Death7,314/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.0/10
Exercise Access45.3%
Healthcare Facilities64

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Safety Score

Paxico 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 34.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

29°F Jan (-2°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average54.5°F
1% above US avg
January Average29°F (-2°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall34.7 inches
9% below US avg
Snowfall16.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation990 ft (302 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.4 km²)
Population Density1,540/sq mi
Coordinates39.0689°N, 96.1670°W
County FIPS20149
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 17.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (47% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 47.6-point margin. 87.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 72.8%
D 25.2%

Winner: Republican by 47.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+17.7%
47% below US avg
High School+99.4%
School Test Score5.80
C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density1,540/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access87.0%
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities64
Restaurants50
Retail Stores86

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute28.0 min
Drive Alone87.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.7%

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