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Reading, KS
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Reading, KS
At a Glance
How Reading Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Reading's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Reading a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Reading residents earn a median household income of $65,938 , which is 12% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $31,870. The unemployment rate stands at 1.9% (47% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 370 business establishments, including 27 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Reading is $47,700 , 83% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $274,701. Median rent is $675/month, with 21.9% 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 1955.
Safety & Crime
Reading reports 0 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 100% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 0/100K.
Education
13.6% of adults in Reading hold a bachelor's degree or higher (60% below the national average). 96.2% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.0/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Reading has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. The area gets 302 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 38.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.