Riverton, KS

Kansas · Metropolitan Area

Riverton is a small town in Kansas with a population of 683. Residents earn $93,281 per year, which is 24% above the national average.

4.3 /5.0
A Great
683 Population 304/sq mi density
$93,281 Median Income $33,096 per capita
$131,800 Home Value $165,179 Zillow
$668 Median Rent
57°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.3 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.9 / 5.0
$93,281 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$131,800 home value, $668/mo rent
C+
Education
2.9 / 5.0
23.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $93,281
24% higher than US avg
Home Value $131,800
53% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 23.5%
30% lower than US avg
Median Rent $668
43% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.8%
27% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population683
Median Age47.1 yrs
Density304/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 98%

Economy

A+
Median Income$93,281
Per Capita$33,096
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$1,092M
Commute24 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$131,800
Rent$668
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$165,179

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity40.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.8%
Heart Disease5.7%

Climate

Avg Temp57°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain46.0 in/yr
Elevation828 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+23.5%
High School+98.4%
School Score5.80

Community

2024 VoteR 76% / D 23%
Commute24 min
Libraries4

Is Riverton a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Riverton receives an overall livability score of 4.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Riverton stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Riverton is $93,281, 24% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Riverton is $131,800, 53% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $668 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

23.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 98.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Riverton enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F. Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 46.0 inches, including 7.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Riverton has a population of 683 with a density of 304 people per square mile. The median age is 47.1 years, 21% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97.8%), with 2.2% Hispanic.

Population

683
Total Population
304
People / sq mi
47.1yrs
Median Age
21% above US avg
2.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.8%
Female 50.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Riverton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.1%
25% above US avg
Spanish1.9%
86% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Riverton vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Riverton is $93,281, which is 24% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Riverton vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$93,281
24% above US avg
Per Capita Income$33,096
Avg Weekly Wage$1,090
IRS Avg AGI$56,821

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)416
County GDP$1,092M

Business (County)

Restaurants33
Healthcare35
Retail55
Manufacturing25

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,385
32% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.81%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.7 min
Work from Home22.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Riverton is $131,800, 53% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $668 (43% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $165,179.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$131,800
53% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$165,179

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$668
43% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied84.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,385
32% below US avg
Effective Rate1.81%
In Riverton, 40.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.8% report depression. 24.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.8%
27% above US avg
Diabetes9.1%
Heart Disease5.7%
High Blood Pressure30.5%
Asthma10.5%
COPD6.3%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.2%
Physical Inactivity24.4%
Depression22.8%
Mental Distress18.1%
Physical Distress12.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate88.8%
Checkup Rate74.4%
Premature Death12,090/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.3/10
Exercise Access48.0%
Healthcare Facilities35

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Safety Score

Riverton has an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation is 46.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

33°F Jan (1°C) 80°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average57.3°F
6% above US avg
January Average33°F (1°C)
July Average80°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall46.0 inches
21% above US avg
Snowfall7.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation828 ft (252 m)
Area2.3 sq mi (5.8 km²)
Population Density304/sq mi
Coordinates37.0732°N, 94.7070°W
County FIPS20021
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 23.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (30% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 52.9-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 75.5%
D 22.6%

Winner: Republican by 52.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+23.5%
30% below US avg
High School+98.4%
School Test Score5.80
C+ Education Grade (2.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density304/sq mi
Total Area2.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities35
Restaurants33
Retail Stores55

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.7 min
Work from Home22.1%

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