Redfield, KS

Kansas

Redfield is a small town in Kansas with a population of 97. Residents earn $27,375 per year, which is 64% below the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
97 Population 647/sq mi density
$27,375 Median Income $19,400 per capita
$56,400 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
57°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.8 / 5.0
$27,375 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$56,400 home value
A
Education
4.1 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $27,375
64% lower than US avg
Home Value $56,400
80% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.0%
9% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 20.0%
61% higher than US avg

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

People

Population97
Median Age39.3 yrs
Density647/mi²
Male / Female56% / 44%
Largest GroupWhite 78%
Veterans80.0%

Economy

C+
Median Income$27,375
Per Capita$19,400
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty20.0%
County GDP$749M
Commute56 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$56,400
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity35.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.0%
Heart Disease5.8%

Climate

Avg Temp57°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain44.5 in/yr
Elevation860 ft

Education

A
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+77.1%
School Score5.80

Community

2024 VoteR 76% / D 22%
Commute56 min
Broadband45.0%
Libraries2

Is Redfield a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Redfield receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, long commute times. Redfield stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Redfield is $27,375, 64% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 20.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 56 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Redfield is $56,400, 80% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 77.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Redfield enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F. Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 44.5 inches, including 8.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Redfield has a population of 97 with a density of 647 people per square mile. The median age is 39.3 years, 1% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (78.4%), with 7.2% Hispanic.

Population

97
Total Population
647
People / sq mi
39.3yrs
Median Age
1% above US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 55.7%
Female 44.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Redfield vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Redfield vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Redfield is $27,375, which is 64% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 20.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 56 minutes.

Income: Redfield vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$27,375
64% below US avg
Per Capita Income$19,400
Avg Weekly Wage$824
IRS Avg AGI$53,044

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate20.0%
61% above US avg
Establishments (County)406
County GDP$749M

Business (County)

Restaurants39
Healthcare40
Retail54
Manufacturing18

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,640
4% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate6.45%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time55.7 min
Drive Alone95.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Redfield is $56,400, 80% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$56,400
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-Occupied91.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,640
4% above US avg
Effective Rate6.45%
In Redfield, 35.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 23.0% report depression. 26.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.0%
9% above US avg
Diabetes9.2%
Heart Disease5.8%
High Blood Pressure31.2%
Asthma10.7%
COPD6.5%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.5%
Physical Inactivity26.1%
Depression23.0%
Mental Distress18.3%
Physical Distress12.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate76.1%
Checkup Rate74.9%
Premature Death11,705/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.2/10
Exercise Access53.1%
Healthcare Facilities40

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Safety Score

Redfield has an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation is 44.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

32°F Jan (0°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average57.0°F
6% above US avg
January Average32°F (0°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall44.5 inches
17% above US avg
Snowfall8.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation860 ft (262 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.4 km²)
Population Density647/sq mi
Coordinates37.8366°N, 94.8820°W
County FIPS20011
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (100% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 54.2-point margin. 45.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 76.1%
D 22%

Winner: Republican by 54.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+77.1%
School Test Score5.80
A Education Grade (4.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density647/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access45.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities40
Restaurants39
Retail Stores54

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute55.7 min
Drive Alone95.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.0%

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