Protection, KS
Full City Profile · Kansas · Comanche County County
Protection, KS
At a Glance
How Protection Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Protection's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Protection a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Protection residents earn a median household income of $63,676 , which is 15% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $31,576. The unemployment rate stands at 0.4% (89% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 4.6% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 94 business establishments, including 4 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Protection is $55,900 , 80% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $89,534. Median rent is $475/month, with 20.0% 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 1945.
Education
19.7% of adults in Protection hold a bachelor's degree or higher (42% below the national average). 95.3% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Protection has an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 25.3 inches.