Choose Country

Rexford, KS

Kansas

Rexford is a small town in Kansas with a population of 150. Residents earn $74,444 per year, which is 1% below the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
150 Population 577/sq mi density
$74,444 Median Income $34,601 per capita
$32,500 Home Value
$782 Median Rent 19.4% income on rent
52°F Avg Temperature 326 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.2 / 5.0
$74,444 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$32,500 home value, $782/mo rent
C
Education
2.1 / 5.0
13.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $74,444
1% lower than US avg
Home Value $32,500
88% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 13.2%
61% lower than US avg
Median Rent $782
33% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.7%
14% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 11.5%
7% lower than US avg

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

People

Population150
Median Age36.3 yrs
Density577/mi²
Male / Female74% / 26%
Largest GroupWhite 83%
Veterans13.9%

Economy

A
Median Income$74,444
Per Capita$34,601
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty11.5%
County GDP$224M
Commute30 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$32,500
Rent$782
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units118
Rent Burden19.4%

Health

Obesity36.7%
Uninsured13.8%
Smoking10.8%
Depression18.0%
Heart Disease4.9%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
AQI39 (Good)
Rain20.7 in/yr
Sunny Days326/yr
Elevation2,956 ft (901 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+13.2%
High School+95.6%
Graduate+5.1%
School Score5.80

Community

2024 VoteR 90% / D 9%
Commute30 min
Broadband70.0%
Libraries2

Is Rexford a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Rexford receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include a high uninsured rate. Rexford offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Rexford is $74,444, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 11.5% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Rexford is $32,500, 88% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $782 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 0.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

13.2% 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

Rexford experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. With 326 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 20.7 inches, including 25.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Rexford has a population of 150 with a density of 577 people per square mile. The median age is 36.3 years, 7% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (83.3%).

Population

150
Total Population
577
People / sq mi
36.3yrs
Median Age
7% below US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 74%
Female 26%

Race & Ethnicity

Rexford vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only95.5%
22% above US avg
Spanish4.5%
66% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Rexford vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Rexford is $74,444, which is 1% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 11.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Income: Rexford vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$74,444
1% below US avg
Per Capita Income$34,601
Avg Weekly Wage$930
IRS Avg AGI$74,704

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate11.5%
7% below US avg
Establishments (County)122
County GDP$224M

Business (County)

Restaurants8
Healthcare8
Retail15

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,025
15% above US avg
Cost of Living90.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate12.38%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time30.3 min
Drive Alone70.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home10.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Rexford is $32,500, 88% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $782 (33% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$32,500
88% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$782
33% below US avg
Rent Burden19.4%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied81.4%
Housing Units118
Median Year Built1955

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,025
15% above US avg
Effective Rate12.38%
In Rexford, 36.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 13.8% of residents lack health insurance. 10.8% are current smokers. 18.0% report depression. 25.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.7%
14% above US avg
Diabetes9.4%
Heart Disease4.9%
High Blood Pressure28.6%
Asthma8.8%
COPD4.4%
Cancer6.5%
Stroke2.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking10.8%
23% below US avg
Binge Drinking17.9%
Physical Inactivity25.3%
Depression18.0%
Mental Distress15.0%
Physical Distress10.8%
Short Sleep35.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate71.8%
Uninsured13.8%
60% above US avg
Checkup Rate73.3%
Dental Visits65.9%
Premature Death13,932/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.7/10
Exercise Access59.5%
Healthcare Facilities8
Rexford has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 20.7 inches. The area enjoys 326 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

29°F Jan (-2°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average51.7°F
4% below US avg
January Average29°F (-2°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days326 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall20.7 inches
46% below US avg
Snowfall25.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation2,956 ft (901 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.7 km²)
Population Density577/sq mi
Coordinates39.4704°N, 100.7439°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS20179
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 13.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (61% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 80.3-point margin. 70.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 89.5%
D 9.2%

Winner: Republican by 80.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+13.2%
61% below US avg
High School+95.6%
Graduate Degree+5.1%
School Test Score5.80
C Education Grade (2.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density577/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access70.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities8
Restaurants8
Retail Stores15

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute30.3 min
Drive Alone70.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home10.0%

Nearby Cities

Colby, KS 5,389 pop · 17.1 mi Hoxie, KS 1,191 pop · 18.1 mi Oakley, KS 2,049 pop · 24.6 mi Oberlin, KS 1,763 pop · 26.9 mi Atwood, KS 1,388 pop · 28.3 mi Hill City, KS 1,536 pop · 48.7 mi McCook, NE 7,360 pop · 51.1 mi Norton, KS 2,704 pop · 51.9 mi Goodland, KS 3,878 pop · 52.5 mi WaKeeney, KS 1,838 pop · 55.5 mi St. Francis, KS 1,268 pop · 60.0 mi Cambridge, NE 1,036 pop · 64.0 mi Scott City, KS 3,955 pop · 69.0 mi Arapahoe, NE 1,010 pop · 73.1 mi
Compare Rexford with another city: