Ramona, KS

Kansas

Ramona is a small town in Kansas with a population of 77. Residents earn $81,250 per year, which is 8% above the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
77 Population 266/sq mi density
$81,250 Median Income $40,917 per capita
$57,500 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
58°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.7 / 5.0
$81,250 median income, 1.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$57,500 home value
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
10.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $81,250
8% higher than US avg
Home Value $57,500
80% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 10.4%
69% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.7%
14% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.4%
61% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 25.0%
102% higher than US avg

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

People

Population77
Median Age50.8 yrs
Density266/mi²
Male / Female57% / 43%
Largest GroupWhite 82%
Veterans69.0%

Economy

B+
Median Income$81,250
Per Capita$40,917
Unemployment1.4%
Poverty25.0%
County GDP$521M
Commute63 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$57,500
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity36.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.0%
Heart Disease5.9%

Climate

Avg Temp58°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain34.3 in/yr
Elevation1,422 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+10.4%
High School+64.6%
School Score5.80

Community

2024 VoteR 73% / D 24%
Commute63 min
Broadband30.0%
Libraries6

Is Ramona a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Ramona receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, long commute times. Ramona offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Ramona is $81,250, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.4%. The poverty rate of 25.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 63 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Ramona is $57,500, 80% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 0.7x 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%. 64.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Ramona enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F. Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 34.3 inches, including 12.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Ramona has a population of 77 with a density of 266 people per square mile. The median age is 50.8 years, 31% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (81.8%), with 18.2% Hispanic.

Population

77
Total Population
266
People / sq mi
50.8yrs
Median Age
31% above US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 57.1%
Female 42.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Ramona vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only89.2%
14% above US avg
Spanish10.8%
19% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Ramona vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Ramona is $81,250, which is 8% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 25.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 63 minutes.

Income: Ramona vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$81,250
8% above US avg
Per Capita Income$40,917
Avg Weekly Wage$789
IRS Avg AGI$70,831

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.4%
61% below US avg
Poverty Rate25.0%
102% above US avg
Establishments (County)351
County GDP$521M

Business (County)

Restaurants24
Healthcare26
Retail31
Manufacturing17

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,530
1% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate6.14%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time62.8 min
Drive Alone83.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Ramona is $57,500, 80% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$57,500
80% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied90.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,530
1% above US avg
Effective Rate6.14%
In Ramona, 36.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.0% report depression. 26.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.7%
14% above US avg
Diabetes9.7%
Heart Disease5.9%
High Blood Pressure30.1%
Asthma10.2%
COPD7.0%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking14.2%
Physical Inactivity26.1%
Depression22.0%
Mental Distress17.3%
Physical Distress12.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate80.6%
Checkup Rate67.6%
Premature Death8,304/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.9/10
Exercise Access55.0%
Healthcare Facilities26

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Ramona has an average annual temperature of 58°F (14°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation is 34.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

33°F Jan (0°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average57.5°F
6% above US avg
January Average33°F (0°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall34.3 inches
10% below US avg
Snowfall12.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,422 ft (433 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.8 km²)
Population Density266/sq mi
Coordinates38.5979°N, 97.0637°W
County FIPS20115
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 10.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (69% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 49.1-point margin. 30.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 73.5%
D 24.3%

Winner: Republican by 49.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+10.4%
69% below US avg
High School+64.6%
School Test Score5.80
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density266/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access30.0%
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities26
Restaurants24
Retail Stores31

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute62.8 min
Drive Alone83.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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