Peabody, KS

Kansas

Peabody is a small town in Kansas with a population of 1,152. Residents earn $52,539 per year, which is 30% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
1,152 Population 907/sq mi density
$52,539 Median Income $22,144 per capita
$73,800 Home Value $103,268 Zillow
$672 Median Rent
57°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.7 / 5.0
$52,539 median income, 2.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$73,800 home value, $672/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
0 violent crimes/100K (100% below avg)
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
14.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $52,539
30% lower than US avg
Home Value $73,800
74% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 0/100K
100% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 14.5%
57% lower than US avg
Median Rent $672
42% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.3%
26% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.4%
33% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 11.0%
11% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,152
Median Age40.7 yrs
Density907/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 96%

Economy

B+
Median Income$52,539
Per Capita$22,144
Unemployment2.4%
Poverty11.0%
County GDP$521M
Commute27 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$73,800
Rent$672
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$103,268

Crime

C+
Violent0/100K
Property2,452/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault0/100K
Burglary1,051/100K

Health

Obesity40.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.0%
Heart Disease5.8%

Climate

Avg Temp57°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain33.9 in/yr
Elevation1,376 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+14.5%
High School+82.9%
School Score5.80

Community

2024 VoteR 73% / D 24%
Commute27 min
Libraries6

Is Peabody a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Peabody is $52,539, 30% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.4%. 11.0% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Peabody is $73,800, 74% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $672 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Peabody is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,452 per 100,000, 25% above the national average.

Education

14.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 82.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Peabody enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F. Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 33.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Peabody has a population of 1,152 with a density of 907 people per square mile. The median age is 40.7 years, 5% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95.9%), with 1.6% Hispanic.

Population

1,152
Total Population
907
People / sq mi
40.7yrs
Median Age
5% above US avg
1.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.3%
Female 50.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Peabody vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.5%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.5%
96% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Peabody vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Peabody is $52,539, which is 30% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 11.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: Peabody vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$52,539
30% below US avg
Per Capita Income$22,144
Avg Weekly Wage$789
IRS Avg AGI$70,831

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.4%
33% below US avg
Poverty Rate11.0%
11% below US avg
Establishments (County)351
County GDP$521M

Business (County)

Restaurants24
Healthcare26
Retail31
Manufacturing17

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,530
1% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.78%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.6 min
Work from Home7.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Peabody is $73,800, 74% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $672 (42% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $103,268.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$73,800
74% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$103,268

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$672
42% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied76.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,530
1% above US avg
Effective Rate4.78%
In Peabody, 40.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 23.0% report depression. 27.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.3%
26% above US avg
Diabetes9.7%
Heart Disease5.8%
High Blood Pressure31.5%
Asthma10.7%
COPD7.0%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.2%
Physical Inactivity27.7%
Depression23.0%
Mental Distress18.5%
Physical Distress12.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.8%
Checkup Rate73.1%
Premature Death8,304/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.9/10
Exercise Access55.0%
Healthcare Facilities26
Peabody has a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents, 100% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 2,452 per 100,000 (25% above US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault0.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property2,451.8/100K
25% above US avg
Burglary1,050.8/100K
Theft875.7/100K
Vehicle Theft525.4/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Safety GradeC+
Safety Score2.5 / 5.0
Peabody has an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 33.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

31°F Jan (-0°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average56.6°F
5% above US avg
January Average31°F (-0°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall33.9 inches
11% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,376 ft (419 m)
Area1.3 sq mi (3.3 km²)
Population Density907/sq mi
Coordinates38.1683°N, 97.1043°W
County FIPS20115
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 14.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (57% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 49.1-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 73.5%
D 24.3%

Winner: Republican by 49.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+14.5%
57% below US avg
High School+82.9%
School Test Score5.80
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density907/sq mi
Total Area1.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities26
Restaurants24
Retail Stores31

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5
FEMA Disaster Declarations91
C+ Safety Grade (2.5/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.6 min
Work from Home7.6%

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