Prescott, KS
Full City Profile · Kansas · Linn County County
Prescott, KS
At a Glance
How Prescott Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Prescott's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Prescott a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Prescott residents earn a median household income of $40,000 , which is 47% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $23,232. The unemployment rate stands at 11.3% (214% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 23.0% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 259 business establishments, including 16 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Prescott is $42,500 , 85% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $187,351. Median rent is $844/month, with 51.0% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 90.1 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1953.
Education
16.9% of adults in Prescott hold a bachelor's degree or higher (50% below the national average). 91.9% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.6/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Prescott has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 41.3 inches.