Sabetha, KS

Kansas

Sabetha is a small town in Kansas with a population of 2,326. Residents earn $67,794 per year, which is 10% below the national average.

4.4 /5.0
A Great
2,326 Population 699/sq mi density
$67,794 Median Income $34,066 per capita
$146,000 Home Value $192,333 Zillow
$693 Median Rent 25.4% income on rent
53°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.4 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.4 / 5.0
$67,794 median income, 0.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$146,000 home value, $693/mo rent
B+
Education
3.7 / 5.0
33.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $67,794
10% lower than US avg
Home Value $146,000
48% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 33.9%
1% higher than US avg
Median Rent $693
40% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.0%
21% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.3%
92% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.7%
70% lower than US avg

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

People

Population2,326
Median Age37.5 yrs
Density699/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 95%
Veterans8.4%

Economy

A
Median Income$67,794
Per Capita$34,066
Unemployment0.3%
Poverty3.7%
County GDP$702M
Commute10 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$146,000
Rent$693
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$192,333
Rent Burden25.4%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity39.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.1%
Heart Disease5.4%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain34.7 in/yr
Elevation1,305 ft

Education

B+
Bachelor's+33.9%
High School+93.2%
School Score5.80

Community

2024 VoteR 73% / D 25%
Commute10 min
Broadband86.5%
Libraries3

Is Sabetha a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Sabetha receives an overall livability score of 4.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Sabetha stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Sabetha is $67,794, 10% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.3%. Only 3.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 10 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Sabetha is $146,000, 48% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $693 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 33.9% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 93.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Sabetha 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.

Sabetha has a population of 2,326 with a density of 699 people per square mile. The median age is 37.5 years, 4% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.5%), with 2.2% Hispanic.

Population

2,326
Total Population
699
People / sq mi
37.5yrs
Median Age
4% below US avg
3.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.7%
Female 49.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Sabetha vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.5%
23% above US avg
Spanish3.5%
74% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Sabetha vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Sabetha is $67,794, which is 10% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 10 minutes.

Income: Sabetha vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$67,794
10% below US avg
Per Capita Income$34,066
Avg Weekly Wage$972
IRS Avg AGI$82,735

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.3%
92% below US avg
Poverty Rate3.7%
70% 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
Effective Tax Rate2.50%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time9.7 min
Drive Alone90.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Sabetha is $146,000, 48% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $693 (40% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $192,333.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$146,000
48% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$192,333

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$693
40% below US avg
Rent Burden25.4%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied61.7%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,643
4% above US avg
Effective Rate2.50%
In Sabetha, 39.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.1% report depression. 24.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.0%
21% above US avg
Diabetes9.1%
Heart Disease5.4%
High Blood Pressure31.0%
Asthma10.2%
COPD6.2%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.9%
Physical Inactivity24.4%
Depression22.1%
Mental Distress17.4%
Physical Distress11.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.3%
Checkup Rate74.0%
Premature Death11,703/100K

Food & Exercise

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

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Safety Score

Sabetha 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

Elevation1,305 ft (398 m)
Area3.3 sq mi (8.6 km²)
Population Density699/sq mi
Coordinates39.9102°N, 95.7928°W
County FIPS20013
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 33.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (1% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 47.9-point margin. 86.5% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 73%
D 25%

Winner: Republican by 47.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+33.9%
1% above US avg
High School+93.2%
School Test Score5.80
B+ Education Grade (3.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density699/sq mi
Total Area3.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access86.5%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities35
Restaurants25
Retail Stores35

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute9.7 min
Drive Alone90.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.3%

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