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Robinson, KS

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Robinson is a small town in Kansas with a population of 180. Residents earn $56,750 per year, which is 24% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
180 Population 783/sq mi density
$56,750 Median Income $33,232 per capita
$58,100 Home Value
$788 Median Rent 51.0% income on rent
53°F Avg Temperature 302 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.9 / 5.0
$56,750 median income, 3.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$58,100 home value, $788/mo rent
F
Education
1.5 / 5.0
6.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $56,750
24% lower than US avg
Home Value $58,100
79% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 6.0%
82% lower than US avg
Median Rent $788
32% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.9%
27% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.1%
14% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.9%
52% lower than US avg

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

People

Population180
Median Age42.6 yrs
Density783/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 96%
Veterans13.5%

Economy

B+
Median Income$56,750
Per Capita$33,232
Unemployment3.1%
Poverty5.9%
County GDP$702M
Commute19 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$58,100
Rent$788
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units90
Rent Burden51.0%

Health

Obesity40.9%
Uninsured9.9%
Smoking20.6%
Depression23.2%
Heart Disease6.7%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (12°C)
AQI39 (Good)
Rain36.8 in/yr
Sunny Days302/yr
Elevation950 ft (290 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+6.0%
High School+96.6%
Graduate+3.9%
School Score5.80

Community

2024 VoteR 73% / D 25%
Commute19 min
Broadband71.0%
Libraries3

Is Robinson a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Robinson receives an overall livability score of 3.5 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 below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Robinson offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Robinson is $56,750, 24% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.1%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 5.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Robinson is $58,100, 79% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $788 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

6.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 96.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Robinson experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. With 302 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 36.8 inches, including 21.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Robinson has a population of 180 with a density of 783 people per square mile. The median age is 42.6 years, 10% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.1%), with 3.3% Hispanic.

Population

180
Total Population
783
People / sq mi
42.6yrs
Median Age
10% above US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.2%
Female 47.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Robinson vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.3%
25% above US avg
Spanish1.7%
87% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Robinson vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Robinson is $56,750, which is 24% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes.

Income: Robinson vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$56,750
24% below US avg
Per Capita Income$33,232
Avg Weekly Wage$972
IRS Avg AGI$82,735

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.1%
14% below US avg
Poverty Rate5.9%
52% 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
Cost of Living90.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate6.27%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time18.8 min
Drive Alone83.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Robinson is $58,100, 79% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $788 (32% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$58,100
79% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$788
32% below US avg
Rent Burden51.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied85.9%
Housing Units90
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,643
4% above US avg
Effective Rate6.27%
In Robinson, 40.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 9.9% of residents lack health insurance. 20.6% are current smokers. 23.2% report depression. 28.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.9%
27% above US avg
Diabetes10.9%
Heart Disease6.7%
High Blood Pressure35.0%
Asthma10.8%
COPD8.4%
Cancer7.3%
Stroke3.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking20.6%
47% above US avg
Binge Drinking17.8%
Physical Inactivity28.8%
Depression23.2%
Mental Distress19.5%
Physical Distress14.3%
Short Sleep35.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate82.0%
Uninsured9.9%
15% above US avg
Primary Care1:1,182
Dentists1:1,873
Mental Health1:280
Checkup Rate74.0%
Dental Visits56.0%
Premature Death11,703/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.0/10
Exercise Access60.1%
Healthcare Facilities35
Robinson has an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 36.8 inches. The area enjoys 302 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

27°F Jan (-3°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average53.1°F
2% below US avg
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days302 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall36.8 inches
3% below US avg
Snowfall21.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation950 ft (290 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.6 km²)
Population Density783/sq mi
Coordinates39.8155°N, 95.4116°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS20013
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 6.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (82% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 47.9-point margin. 71.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 73%
D 25%

Winner: Republican by 47.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+6.0%
82% below US avg
High School+96.6%
Graduate Degree+3.9%
School Test Score5.80
F Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density783/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access71.0%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities35
Restaurants25
Retail Stores35

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute18.8 min
Drive Alone83.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.3%

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