Quinter, KS

Kansas

Quinter is a small town in Kansas with a population of 951. Residents earn $61,083 per year, which is 19% below the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
951 Population 942/sq mi density
$61,083 Median Income $33,294 per capita
$122,700 Home Value $159,137 Zillow
$750 Median Rent 27.8% income on rent
53°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.2 / 5.0
$61,083 median income, 1.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$122,700 home value, $750/mo rent
C+
Education
2.9 / 5.0
23.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $61,083
19% lower than US avg
Home Value $122,700
56% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 23.8%
29% lower than US avg
Median Rent $750
36% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.8%
18% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.1%
69% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.8%
94% lower than US avg

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

People

Population951
Median Age48.4 yrs
Density942/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 94%
Veterans8.0%

Economy

A
Median Income$61,083
Per Capita$33,294
Unemployment1.1%
Poverty0.8%
County GDP$224M
Commute16 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$122,700
Rent$750
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$159,137
Rent Burden27.8%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity37.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.0%
Heart Disease5.4%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain23.5 in/yr
Elevation2,678 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+23.8%
High School+93.8%
School Score5.80

Community

2024 VoteR 90% / D 9%
Commute16 min
Broadband80.3%
Libraries2

Is Quinter a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Quinter receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Quinter stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Quinter is $61,083, 19% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.1%. Only 0.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Quinter is $122,700, 56% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $750 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

23.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Quinter experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 23.5 inches, including 20.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Quinter has a population of 951 with a density of 942 people per square mile. The median age is 48.4 years, 24% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (93.6%), with 4.5% Hispanic.

Population

951
Total Population
942
People / sq mi
48.4yrs
Median Age
24% above US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.8%
Female 53.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Quinter vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.0%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.0%
93% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Quinter vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Quinter is $61,083, which is 19% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes.

Income: Quinter vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$61,083
19% below US avg
Per Capita Income$33,294
Avg Weekly Wage$930
IRS Avg AGI$74,704

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.1%
69% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.8%
94% below US avg
Establishments (County)122
County GDP$224M

Business (County)

Restaurants8
Healthcare8
Retail15

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,025
15% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.28%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time15.5 min
Drive Alone80.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Quinter is $122,700, 56% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $750 (36% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $159,137.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$122,700
56% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$159,137

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$750
36% below US avg
Rent Burden27.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied69.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,025
15% above US avg
Effective Rate3.28%
In Quinter, 37.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.0% report depression. 25.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.8%
18% above US avg
Diabetes9.2%
Heart Disease5.4%
High Blood Pressure30.2%
Asthma10.4%
COPD6.4%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.0%
Physical Inactivity25.8%
Depression22.0%
Mental Distress18.0%
Physical Distress12.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate87.9%
Checkup Rate72.8%
Premature Death13,932/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.7/10
Exercise Access59.5%
Healthcare Facilities8

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Safety Score

Quinter has an average annual temperature of 53°F (11°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 23.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

29°F Jan (-2°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average52.5°F
3% below US avg
January Average29°F (-2°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall23.5 inches
38% below US avg
Snowfall20.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation2,678 ft (816 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.6 km²)
Population Density942/sq mi
Coordinates39.0666°N, 100.2347°W
County FIPS20179
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 23.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (29% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 80.3-point margin. 80.3% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 89.5%
D 9.2%

Winner: Republican by 80.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+23.8%
29% below US avg
High School+93.8%
School Test Score5.80
C+ Education Grade (2.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density942/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access80.3%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities8
Restaurants8
Retail Stores15

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute15.5 min
Drive Alone80.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.1%

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