Portis, KS — City Data & Statistics

Median Income $73,333

2% lower than US avg

Home Value $35,300

87% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 10.4%

69% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 39.2%

22% higher than US avg

Unemployment 0.0%

100% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 0.0%

100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population94

Median Age33.6 yrs

Density362/mi²

Male / Female53% / 47%

Largest GroupWhite 98%

Veterans68.0%

Economy

A+

Median Income$73,333

Per Capita$35,224

Unemployment0.0%

Poverty0.0%

County GDP$184M

Commute14 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$35,300

RentN/A

OwnershipN/A

Housing Units73

Rent Burden26.7%

Health

Obesity39.2%

Uninsured8.5%

Smoking16.8%

Depression23.6%

Heart Disease6.0%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (12°C)

AQI39 (Good)

Rain26.1 in/yr

Sunny Days326/yr

Elevation1,543 ft (470 m)

Education

Bachelor's+10.4%

High School+92.5%

Graduate+0.0%

School Score6.29

Community

2024 VoteR 83% / D 15%

Commute14 min

Broadband36.0%

Libraries2

Is Portis a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Portis is $73,333, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 14 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Portis is $35,300, 87% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 0.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

10.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.5% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.3/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Portis experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. With 326 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 26.1 inches, including 18.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Portis has a population of 94 with a density of 362 people per square mile, spread across 0.3 square miles. The median age is 33.6 years, 14% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 46.8% female and 53.2% male. The city is predominantly White (97.9%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 99% of residents. 68.0% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 4.4% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average). 93.9% have health insurance coverage.

Population

Total Population

362

People / sq mi

33.6yrs

Median Age

14% below US avg

0.3mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.2%

Female 46.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Portis vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	99.0%
	26% above US avg
Spanish	1.0%
	93% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Portis vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Portis is $73,333, which is 2% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $35,224. The average weekly wage is $797, 44% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 169 business establishments, including 5 restaurants. The cost of living index is 90.1, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living. Workers commute an average of 14 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 3.8% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Portis vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$73,333
	2% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$35,224
Avg Weekly Wage	$797
IRS Avg AGI	$58,684

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	0.0%
	100% below US avg
Poverty Rate	0.0%
	100% below US avg
Establishments (County)	169
County GDP	$184M

Business (County)

Restaurants	5
Healthcare	15
Retail	21
Manufacturing	4

Tax & Cost of Living


Cost of Living	90.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	13.8 min
Drive Alone	75.0%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	3.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Portis is $35,300, 87% below the national median of $281,900. Fair market rent ranges from $753 for a one-bedroom to $947 for a two-bedroom apartment. There are 73 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1938. 26.7% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 0.5x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$35,300
	87% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs


Rent Burden	26.7%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied	97.2%
Renter-Occupied	2.8%
Housing Units	73
Median Year Built	1938

Property Tax

In Portis, 39.2% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 10.1% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 6.0% of residents. 31.4% have high blood pressure. 16.8% are current smokers. 17.5% report binge drinking. 27.0% are physically inactive. 23.6% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 19.0% experience frequent mental distress. 8.5% of residents lack health insurance. The primary care physician ratio is 1:3,498. The dentist ratio is 1:1,745. 41.7% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 7.8 out of 10.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	39.2%
	22% above US avg
Diabetes	10.1%
Heart Disease	6.0%
High Blood Pressure	31.4%
Asthma	10.9%
COPD	6.9%
Cancer	7.1%
Stroke	3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	16.8%
	20% above US avg
Binge Drinking	17.5%
Physical Inactivity	27.0%
Depression	23.6%
Mental Distress	19.0%
Physical Distress	12.8%
Short Sleep	34.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	93.9%
Uninsured	8.5%
	1% below US avg
Primary Care	1:3,498
Dentists	1:1,745
Mental Health	1:1,142
Checkup Rate	75.2%
Dental Visits	60.1%
Premature Death	9,625/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	7.8/10
Exercise Access	41.7%
Healthcare Facilities	15

Portis experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. The area gets 326 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 — making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 26.1 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 18.3 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39. The city sits at an elevation of 1,543 feet.

Temperature

27°F Jan (-3°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)

Annual Average	53.1°F
	2% below US avg
January Average	27°F (-3°C)
July Average	79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days	326 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	26.1 inches
	31% below US avg
Snowfall	18.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	39.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	1,543 ft (470 m)
Area	0.3 sq mi (0.7 km²)
Population Density	362/sq mi
Coordinates	39.5637°N, 98.6916°W
Timezone	America/Chicago
County	Osborne County County
County FIPS	20141

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	27°F (-3°C)	0.4 in	Coldest, Driest
February	32°F (-0°C)	0.6 in
March	41°F (5°C)	2.1 in
April	52°F (11°C)	2.1 in
May	62°F (17°C)	3.7 in	Wettest
June	73°F (23°C)	3.4 in
July	79°F (26°C)	3.1 in	Warmest
August	77°F (25°C)	2.9 in
September	68°F (20°C)	2.8 in
October	56°F (13°C)	1.6 in
November	40°F (5°C)	0.9 in
December	31°F (-1°C)	0.6 in

Portis has a seasonal temperature swing of 52°F — from 27°F in January to 79°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 24.2 inches, with May being the wettest month (3.7") and January the driest (0.4").

Portis is located in Osborne County. It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, a rural community. 10.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 69% below the national average of 33.7%. 92.5% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 6.3 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 83.3% of the vote, a 68.6-point margin. 36.0% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate). There are 2 public libraries serving the community. 15 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 75% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 83.3%

D 14.7%

Winner: Republican by 68.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	10.4%
	69% below US avg
High School+	92.5%
Graduate Degree+	0.0%
School Test Score	6.29

D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9	Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density	362/sq mi
Total Area	0.3 sq mi
County	Osborne County County

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	36.0%
Public Libraries	2
Healthcare Facilities	15
Restaurants	5
Retail Stores	21

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	13.8 min
Drive Alone	75.0%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	3.8%

Frequently Asked Questions About Portis

What is the population of Portis?

Portis has a population of 94 residents and is located in Kansas. The population density is 362 people per square mile, spread across 0.3 square miles. The median age of residents is 33.6 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 46.8% female and 53.2% male.

Is Portis expensive to live in?

Portis is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 90.1 — below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $73,333, 2% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $35,300 (87% below the U.S. median). The home price-to-income ratio is 0.5x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Portis?

Portis has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 27°F in January, while summers reach an average of 79°F in July. The area receives 326 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 26.1 inches, with 18.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 39.

How is the job market in Portis?

The job market in Portis is very strong, with unemployment at just 0.0% — well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $797. There are 169 business establishments in the area, including 5 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 14 minutes, and 3.8% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Portis?

The median home value in Portis is $35,300.

How are the schools in Portis?

Schools in Portis score 6.3 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 10.4% of adults in Portis hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.5% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Portis?

The obesity rate in Portis is 39.2% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 16.8% of adults are smokers. 27.0% are physically inactive. 23.6% of residents report depression. 8.5% lack health insurance. 41.7% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:3,498.

What is transportation like in Portis?

The average commute in Portis is 14 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 75% of workers drive alone to work, and 3.8% work from home.

What are the demographics of Portis?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Portis is 97.9% White. 99% of residents speak only English at home. 68.0% of the population are military veterans. 4.4% of residents have a disability. 93.9% have health insurance coverage.

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