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Riverton, KS
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Riverton, KS
At a Glance
How Riverton Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Riverton's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Riverton a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Riverton residents earn a median household income of $93,281 , which is 24% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $33,096. The unemployment rate stands at 0.0% (100% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 416 business establishments, including 33 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Riverton is $131,800 , 53% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $165,179. Median rent is $668/month, with 18.9% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 90.1 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1991.
Safety & Crime
Riverton reports 317 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 17% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 3,197/100K.
Education
23.5% of adults in Riverton hold a bachelor's degree or higher (30% below the national average). 98.4% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.3/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Riverton has an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. The area gets 305 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 46.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.