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Ransom, KS
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Ransom, KS
At a Glance
How Ransom Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Ransom's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Ransom a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Ransom residents earn a median household income of $45,625 , which is 39% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $29,702. The unemployment rate stands at 1.7% (53% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 5.1% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 144 business establishments, including 4 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Ransom is $55,000 , 80% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $106,469. Median rent is $675/month, with 17.5% 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 1962.
Safety & Crime
Ransom reports 143 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 62% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 906/100K.
Education
16.8% of adults in Ransom hold a bachelor's degree or higher (50% below the national average). 96.6% have completed high school. Local schools score 4.7/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Ransom has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. The area gets 297 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.