Reserve, KS

Kansas

Reserve is a small town in Kansas with a population of 85.

1.2 /5.0
F Poor
85 Population 708/sq mi density
N/A Median Income $24,552 per capita
N/A Home Value
$433 Median Rent 14.4% income on rent
53°F Avg Temperature
F
Overall
1.2 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
F
Education
1.2 / 5.0
1.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 1.9%
94% lower than US avg
Median Rent $433
63% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.4%
10% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.5%
72% lower than US avg

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

People

Population85
Median Age32.7 yrs
Density708/mi²
Male / Female61% / 39%
Largest GroupWhite 73%
Veterans52.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$24,552
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty3.5%
County GDP$702M
Commute17 min

Housing

Home ValueN/A
Rent$433
OwnershipN/A
Rent Burden14.4%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity35.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.6%
Heart Disease5.3%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain34.7 in/yr
Elevation945 ft

Education

F
Bachelor's+1.9%
High School+75.0%
School Score5.80

Community

2024 VoteR 73% / D 25%
Commute17 min
Broadband34.0%
Libraries3

Is Reserve a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Reserve receives an overall livability score of 1.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of F. Key strengths include low unemployment, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Reserve faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 3.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

Renters pay a median of $433 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability.

Education

1.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 75.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Reserve experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 34.7 inches, including 16.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Reserve has a population of 85 with a density of 708 people per square mile. The median age is 32.7 years, 16% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (72.9%), with 11.8% Hispanic.

Population

85
Total Population
708
People / sq mi
32.7yrs
Median Age
16% below US avg
0.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 61.2%
Female 38.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Reserve vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Reserve vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Reserve is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes.

Income: Reserve vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$24,552
Avg Weekly Wage$972
IRS Avg AGI$82,735

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate3.5%
72% below US avg
Establishments (County)339
County GDP$702M

Business (County)

Restaurants25
Healthcare35
Retail35
Manufacturing19

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,643
4% above US avg

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time16.8 min
Drive Alone92.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.5%

Walkability

Monthly rent averages $433 (63% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$433
63% below US avg
Rent Burden14.4%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$702
1 Bedroom$753
2 Bedrooms$947
3 Bedrooms$1,223
4 Bedrooms$1,397

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied58.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,643
4% above US avg
In Reserve, 35.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.6% report depression. 24.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.4%
10% above US avg
Diabetes10.1%
Heart Disease5.3%
High Blood Pressure30.0%
Asthma11.2%
COPD6.5%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking14.3%
Physical Inactivity24.6%
Depression21.6%
Mental Distress18.4%
Physical Distress12.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.1%
Checkup Rate67.7%
Premature Death11,703/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.0/10
Exercise Access60.1%
Healthcare Facilities35

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Safety Score

Reserve has an average annual temperature of 53°F (11°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 34.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-4°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average52.6°F
3% below US avg
January Average26°F (-4°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall34.7 inches
9% below US avg
Snowfall16.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation945 ft (288 m)
Area0.1 sq mi (0.3 km²)
Population Density708/sq mi
Coordinates39.9770°N, 95.5651°W
County FIPS20013
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 1.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (94% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 47.9-point margin. 34.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 73%
D 25%

Winner: Republican by 47.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+1.9%
94% below US avg
High School+75.0%
School Test Score5.80
F Education Grade (1.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density708/sq mi
Total Area0.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access34.0%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities35
Restaurants25
Retail Stores35

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute16.8 min
Drive Alone92.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.5%

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