Median Income $58,750

22% lower than US avg

Home Value $59,400

79% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 33.0%

2% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 39.6%

23% higher than US avg

Unemployment 2.1%

42% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 32.1%

159% higher than US avg

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

People

Population126

Median Age48.5 yrs

Density406/mi²

Male / Female57% / 43%

Largest GroupWhite 100%

Veterans91.0%

Economy

Median Income$58,750

Per Capita$23,444

Unemployment2.1%

Poverty32.1%

County GDP$949M

Commute26 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$59,400

RentN/A

OwnershipN/A

Housing Units56

Health

Obesity39.6%

Uninsured8.5%

Smoking15.7%

Depression21.0%

Heart Disease5.9%

Climate

Avg Temp56°F (13°C)

AQI39 (Good)

Rain29.0 in/yr

Sunny Days326/yr

Elevation1,727 ft (526 m)

Education

B+

Bachelor's+33.0%

High School+95.6%

Graduate+5.0%

School Score5.80

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 21%

Commute26 min

Broadband40.0%

Libraries5

Is Raymond a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Raymond receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Raymond offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Raymond is $58,750, 22% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.1%. The poverty rate of 32.1% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Raymond is $59,400, 79% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

33.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Raymond enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. With 326 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 29.0 inches, including 9.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Raymond has a population of 126 with a density of 406 people per square mile. The median age is 48.5 years, 25% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

126

Total Population

406

People / sq mi

48.5yrs

Median Age

25% above US avg

0.3mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 57.1%

Female 42.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Raymond vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	100.0%
	27% above US avg
Spanish	0.0%
	100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Raymond vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Raymond is $58,750, which is 22% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 32.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Raymond vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$58,750
	22% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$23,444
Avg Weekly Wage	$972
IRS Avg AGI	$64,022

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	2.1%
	42% below US avg
Poverty Rate	32.1%
	159% above US avg
Establishments (County)	356
County GDP	$949M

Business (County)

Restaurants	23
Healthcare	22
Retail	33
Manufacturing	13

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$3,058
	13% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate	5.15%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	26.0 min
Drive Alone	73.8%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	16.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Raymond is $59,400, 79% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$59,400
	79% 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-Occupied	87.5%
Housing Units	56
Median Year Built	1946

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$3,058
	13% below US avg
Effective Rate	5.15%

In Raymond, 39.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.5% of residents lack health insurance. 15.7% are current smokers. 21.0% report depression. 26.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	39.6%
	23% above US avg
Diabetes	10.0%
Heart Disease	5.9%
High Blood Pressure	32.2%
Asthma	9.9%
COPD	6.4%
Cancer	7.2%
Stroke	2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	15.7%
	12% above US avg
Binge Drinking	18.3%
Physical Inactivity	26.1%
Depression	21.0%
Mental Distress	17.1%
Physical Distress	12.4%
Short Sleep	34.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	95.4%
Uninsured	8.5%
	1% below US avg
Checkup Rate	74.8%
Dental Visits	62.0%
Premature Death	8,472/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	7.9/10
Exercise Access	70.3%
Healthcare Facilities	22

Raymond has an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 29.0 inches. The area enjoys 326 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

31°F Jan (-1°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)

Annual Average	55.5°F
	3% above US avg
January Average	31°F (-1°C)
July Average	81°F (27°C)
Sunny Days	326 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	29.0 inches
	24% below US avg
Snowfall	9.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	39.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	1,727 ft (526 m)
Area	0.3 sq mi (0.8 km²)
Population Density	406/sq mi
Coordinates	38.2780°N, 98.4143°W
Timezone	America/Chicago
County FIPS	20159

It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 33.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (2% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 56.7-point margin. 40.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 77.5%

D 20.8%

Winner: Republican by 56.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	33.0%
	2% below US avg
High School+	95.6%
Graduate Degree+	5.0%
School Test Score	5.80

B+ Education Grade (3.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9	Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density	406/sq mi
Total Area	0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	40.0%
Public Libraries	5
Healthcare Facilities	22
Restaurants	23
Retail Stores	33

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	26.0 min
Drive Alone	73.8%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	16.7%

Raymond, KS

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

People

Economy

Housing

Health

Climate

Education

Community

Is Raymond a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

Cost of Living & Housing

Education

Climate & Weather

Population

Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

Raymond vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

Raymond vs U.S. Average

Income: Raymond vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Ownership & Property

Property Tax

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Food & Exercise

Temperature

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

Geography

2024 Presidential Election (County)

Education

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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