Pomona, KS

Kansas

Pomona is a small town in Kansas with a population of 1,210. Residents earn $66,071 per year, which is 12% below the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
1,210 Population 1,287/sq mi density
$66,071 Median Income $23,124 per capita
$126,000 Home Value $272,255 Zillow
$875 Median Rent
55°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.0 / 5.0
$66,071 median income, 3.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$126,000 home value, $875/mo rent
C
Education
2.5 / 5.0
18.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $66,071
12% lower than US avg
Home Value $126,000
55% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 18.7%
45% lower than US avg
Median Rent $875
25% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.6%
23% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.2%
11% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.8%
29% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,210
Median Age35.4 yrs
Density1,287/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 91%

Economy

A
Median Income$66,071
Per Capita$23,124
Unemployment3.2%
Poverty8.8%
County GDP$1,168M
Commute24 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$126,000
Rent$875
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$272,255

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity39.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.5%
Heart Disease5.6%

Climate

Avg Temp55°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain39.9 in/yr
Elevation949 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+18.7%
High School+93.0%
School Score5.80

Community

2024 VoteR 69% / D 29%
Commute24 min
Libraries5

Is Pomona a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Pomona receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Pomona offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Pomona is $66,071, 12% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.2%, indicating a healthy job market. 8.8% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Pomona is $126,000, 55% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $875 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

18.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Pomona experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 39.9 inches, including 9.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Pomona has a population of 1,210 with a density of 1,287 people per square mile. The median age is 35.4 years, 9% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (91.2%), with 2.2% Hispanic.

Population

1,210
Total Population
1,287
People / sq mi
35.4yrs
Median Age
9% below US avg
0.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48%
Female 52%

Race & Ethnicity

Pomona vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.0%
24% above US avg
Spanish3.0%
78% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Pomona vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Pomona is $66,071, which is 12% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 8.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Pomona vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$66,071
12% below US avg
Per Capita Income$23,124
Avg Weekly Wage$968
IRS Avg AGI$62,787

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.2%
11% below US avg
Poverty Rate8.8%
29% below US avg
Establishments (County)711
County GDP$1,168M

Business (County)

Restaurants56
Healthcare63
Retail74
Manufacturing23

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,378
25% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.47%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.1 min
Work from Home6.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Pomona is $126,000, 55% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $875 (25% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $272,255.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$126,000
55% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$272,255
Median List Price$199,900

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$199,900
$/Sq Ft$188
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio100.0%
Price Drops25.0%
Inventory4

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$875
25% 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-Occupied78.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,378
25% above US avg
Effective Rate3.47%
In Pomona, 39.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.5% report depression. 26.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.6%
23% above US avg
Diabetes9.4%
Heart Disease5.6%
High Blood Pressure31.3%
Asthma10.9%
COPD6.7%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.4%
Physical Inactivity26.2%
Depression22.5%
Mental Distress18.3%
Physical Distress12.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate87.8%
Checkup Rate73.5%
Premature Death9,277/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.0/10
Exercise Access53.2%
Healthcare Facilities63

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Safety Score

Pomona has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 39.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

29°F Jan (-2°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average54.5°F
1% above US avg
January Average29°F (-2°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall39.9 inches
5% above US avg
Snowfall9.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation949 ft (289 m)
Area0.9 sq mi (2.4 km²)
Population Density1,287/sq mi
Coordinates38.6112°N, 95.4544°W
County FIPS20059
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 18.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (45% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 40.1-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 69%
D 28.9%

Winner: Republican by 40.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+18.7%
45% below US avg
High School+93.0%
School Test Score5.80
C Education Grade (2.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density1,287/sq mi
Total Area0.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities63
Restaurants56
Retail Stores74

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.1 min
Work from Home6.0%

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