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Plevna, KS

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Plevna is a small town in Kansas with a population of 116. Residents earn $34,375 per year, which is 54% below the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
116 Population 504/sq mi density
$34,375 Median Income $20,468 per capita
$34,200 Home Value
$638 Median Rent 22.5% income on rent
55°F Avg Temperature 317 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$34,375 median income, 2.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$34,200 home value, $638/mo rent
B
Education
3.0 / 5.0
25.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $34,375
54% lower than US avg
Home Value $34,200
88% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 25.0%
26% lower than US avg
Median Rent $638
45% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 44.4%
38% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.0%
44% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 16.0%
29% higher than US avg

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

People

Population116
Median Age55.5 yrs
Density504/mi²
Male / Female57% / 43%
Largest GroupWhite 88%
Veterans94.0%

Economy

B
Median Income$34,375
Per Capita$20,468
Unemployment2.0%
Poverty16.0%
County GDP$3,428M
Commute22 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$34,200
Rent$638
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units60
Rent Burden22.5%

Health

Obesity44.4%
Uninsured10.2%
Smoking19.1%
Depression23.4%
Heart Disease6.2%

Climate

Avg Temp55°F (13°C)
AQI39 (Good)
Rain30.3 in/yr
Sunny Days317/yr
Elevation1,686 ft (514 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+25.0%
High School+98.9%
Graduate+1.1%
School Score5.80

Community

2024 VoteR 66% / D 32%
Commute22 min
Broadband46.0%
Libraries9

Is Plevna a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Plevna receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Plevna offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Plevna is $34,375, 54% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.0%. The poverty rate of 16.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Plevna is $34,200, 88% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $638 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

25.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 98.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Plevna 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.

Plevna has a population of 116 with a density of 504 people per square mile. The median age is 55.5 years, 43% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (87.9%).

Population

116
Total Population
504
People / sq mi
55.5yrs
Median Age
43% above US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 56.9%
Female 43.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Plevna vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Plevna vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Plevna is $34,375, which is 54% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 16.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Income: Plevna vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$34,375
54% below US avg
Per Capita Income$20,468
Avg Weekly Wage$961
IRS Avg AGI$61,911

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.0%
44% below US avg
Poverty Rate16.0%
29% 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
Effective Tax Rate14.57%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.8 min
Drive Alone73.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Plevna is $34,200, 88% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $638 (45% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$34,200
88% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$638
45% below US avg
Rent Burden22.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied73.9%
Housing Units60
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,983
42% above US avg
Effective Rate14.57%
In Plevna, 44.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 10.2% of residents lack health insurance. 19.1% are current smokers. 23.4% report depression. 28.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity44.4%
38% above US avg
Diabetes11.1%
Heart Disease6.2%
High Blood Pressure31.3%
Asthma10.4%
COPD7.2%
Cancer7.0%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking19.1%
36% above US avg
Binge Drinking18.1%
Physical Inactivity28.4%
Depression23.4%
Mental Distress18.3%
Physical Distress12.8%
Short Sleep40.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate78.9%
Uninsured10.2%
19% above US avg
Checkup Rate74.9%
Dental Visits58.9%
Premature Death9,624/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.6/10
Exercise Access69.9%
Healthcare Facilities169
Plevna 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

Elevation1,686 ft (514 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.6 km²)
Population Density504/sq mi
Coordinates37.9716°N, 98.3096°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS20155
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 25.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (26% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 34.5-point margin. 46.0% 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+25.0%
26% below US avg
High School+98.9%
Graduate Degree+1.1%
School Test Score5.80
B Education Grade (3.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density504/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access46.0%
Public Libraries9
Healthcare Facilities169
Restaurants136
Retail Stores226

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.8 min
Drive Alone73.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.2%

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