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Republic, KS

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Republic is a small town in Kansas with a population of 144. Residents earn $70,259 per year, which is 7% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
144 Population 626/sq mi density
$70,259 Median Income $21,794 per capita
$9,999 Home Value $139,872 Zillow
55°F Avg Temperature 326 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.4 / 5.0
$70,259 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$9,999 home value
F
Education
1.3 / 5.0
3.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $70,259
7% lower than US avg
Home Value $9,999
96% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 3.4%
90% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.3%
26% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.1%
75% lower than US avg

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

People

Population144
Median Age61.8 yrs
Density626/mi²
Male / Female35% / 65%
Largest GroupWhite 76%
Veterans30.5%

Economy

A
Median Income$70,259
Per Capita$21,794
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty3.1%
County GDP$396M
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$9,999
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$139,872
Housing Units104
Rent Burden20.7%

Health

Obesity40.3%
Uninsured7.4%
Smoking15.5%
Depression22.6%
Heart Disease5.5%

Climate

Avg Temp55°F (13°C)
AQI39 (Good)
Rain29.9 in/yr
Sunny Days326/yr
Elevation1,493 ft (455 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+3.4%
High School+93.3%
Graduate+5.8%
School Score6.00

Community

2024 VoteR 82% / D 16%
Commute25 min
Broadband80.0%
Libraries5

Is Republic a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Republic receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Republic offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Republic is $70,259, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 3.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Republic is $9,999, 96% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 0.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

3.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 6/10.

Climate & Weather

Republic experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. With 326 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 29.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Republic has a population of 144 with a density of 626 people per square mile. The median age is 61.8 years, 59% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (76.4%).

Population

144
Total Population
626
People / sq mi
61.8yrs
Median Age
59% above US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 35.4%
Female 64.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Republic vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.2%
26% above US avg
Spanish0.8%
94% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Republic vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Republic is $70,259, which is 7% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: Republic vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$70,259
7% below US avg
Per Capita Income$21,794
Avg Weekly Wage$780
IRS Avg AGI$56,890

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate3.1%
75% below US avg
Establishments (County)220
County GDP$396M

Business (County)

Restaurants10
Healthcare21
Retail32
Manufacturing15

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,100
17% above US avg
Cost of Living90.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate41.00%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.1 min
Drive Alone86.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home13.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Republic is $9,999, 96% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $139,872.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$9,999
96% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$139,872

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden20.7%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$643
1 Bedroom$800
2 Bedrooms$877
3 Bedrooms$1,200
4 Bedrooms$1,276

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied92.5%
Housing Units104
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,100
17% above US avg
Effective Rate41.00%
In Republic, 40.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.4% of residents lack health insurance. 15.5% are current smokers. 22.6% report depression. 24.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.3%
26% above US avg
Diabetes9.2%
Heart Disease5.5%
High Blood Pressure31.0%
Asthma10.7%
COPD6.5%
Cancer7.6%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.5%
11% above US avg
Binge Drinking18.8%
Physical Inactivity24.7%
Depression22.6%
Mental Distress18.0%
Physical Distress12.2%
Short Sleep32.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.0%
Uninsured7.4%
14% below US avg
Primary Care1:1,165
Dentists1:4,642
Mental Health1:925
Checkup Rate75.0%
Dental Visits65.3%
Premature Death7,565/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.1/10
Exercise Access57.9%
Healthcare Facilities21
Republic has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation is 29.9 inches. The area enjoys 326 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

28°F Jan (-2°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average54.8°F
1% above US avg
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Sunny Days326 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall29.9 inches
21% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,493 ft (455 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.6 km²)
Population Density626/sq mi
Coordinates39.9239°N, 97.8245°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS20157
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 3.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (90% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 65.7-point margin. 80.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 81.9%
D 16.2%

Winner: Republican by 65.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+3.4%
90% below US avg
High School+93.3%
Graduate Degree+5.8%
School Test Score6.00
F Education Grade (1.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density626/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access80.0%
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities21
Restaurants10
Retail Stores32

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.1 min
Drive Alone86.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home13.7%

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