Quenemo, KS

Kansas · Metropolitan Area

Quenemo is a small town in Kansas with a population of 375. Residents earn $51,250 per year, which is 32% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
375 Population 852/sq mi density
$51,250 Median Income $20,995 per capita
$49,000 Home Value $185,318 Zillow
$815 Median Rent
56°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$51,250 median income, 2.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$49,000 home value, $815/mo rent
F
Education
1.5 / 5.0
5.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $51,250
32% lower than US avg
Home Value $49,000
83% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 5.7%
83% lower than US avg
Median Rent $815
30% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 41.1%
28% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.8%
22% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 14.8%
19% higher than US avg

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

People

Population375
Median Age39.1 yrs
Density852/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 96%

Economy

B
Median Income$51,250
Per Capita$20,995
Unemployment2.8%
Poverty14.8%
County GDP$417M
Commute31 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$49,000
Rent$815
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$185,318

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity41.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.7%
Heart Disease6.0%

Climate

Avg Temp56°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain38.6 in/yr
Elevation943 ft

Education

F
Bachelor's+5.7%
High School+75.8%
School Score5.80

Community

2024 VoteR 73% / D 25%
Commute31 min
Libraries5

Is Quenemo a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Quenemo receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Quenemo offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Quenemo is $51,250, 32% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.8%. 14.8% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Quenemo is $49,000, 83% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $815 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

5.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 75.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Quenemo enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 38.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Quenemo has a population of 375 with a density of 852 people per square mile. The median age is 39.1 years, 1% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95.5%), with 1.9% Hispanic, 1.3% Black.

Population

375
Total Population
852
People / sq mi
39.1yrs
Median Age
1% above US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.8%
Female 47.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Quenemo vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Quenemo vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Quenemo is $51,250, which is 32% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 14.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Income: Quenemo vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$51,250
32% below US avg
Per Capita Income$20,995
Avg Weekly Wage$746
IRS Avg AGI$62,496

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.8%
22% below US avg
Poverty Rate14.8%
19% above US avg
Establishments (County)370
County GDP$417M

Business (County)

Restaurants27
Healthcare27
Retail43
Manufacturing7

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,914
12% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate7.99%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time31.2 min
Work from Home0.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Quenemo is $49,000, 83% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $815 (30% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $185,318.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$49,000
83% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$185,318

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$815
30% 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-Occupied78.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,914
12% above US avg
Effective Rate7.99%
In Quenemo, 41.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.7% report depression. 25.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity41.1%
28% above US avg
Diabetes9.6%
Heart Disease6.0%
High Blood Pressure32.6%
Asthma10.5%
COPD6.7%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.6%
Physical Inactivity25.2%
Depression22.7%
Mental Distress18.3%
Physical Distress12.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate88.1%
Checkup Rate74.4%
Premature Death10,634/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.1/10
Exercise Access42.8%
Healthcare Facilities27

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Quenemo has an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation is 38.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

31°F Jan (-0°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average56.2°F
4% above US avg
January Average31°F (-0°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall38.6 inches
2% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation943 ft (287 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (1.1 km²)
Population Density852/sq mi
Coordinates38.5802°N, 95.5266°W
County FIPS20139
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 5.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (83% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 48-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 72.7%
D 24.7%

Winner: Republican by 48 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+5.7%
83% below US avg
High School+75.8%
School Test Score5.80
F Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density852/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities27
Restaurants27
Retail Stores43

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute31.2 min
Work from Home0.8%

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