Satanta, KS

Kansas

Satanta is a small town in Kansas with a population of 852. Residents earn $64,167 per year, which is 15% below the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
852 Population 1,374/sq mi density
$64,167 Median Income $32,634 per capita
$107,500 Home Value $134,527 Zillow
$792 Median Rent
57°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.9 / 5.0
$64,167 median income, 4.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$107,500 home value, $792/mo rent
C+
Education
2.6 / 5.0
20.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $64,167
15% lower than US avg
Home Value $107,500
62% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 20.5%
39% lower than US avg
Median Rent $792
32% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 42.9%
34% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.3%
19% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.1%
75% lower than US avg

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

People

Population852
Median Age44.8 yrs
Density1,374/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 77%

Economy

B+
Median Income$64,167
Per Capita$32,634
Unemployment4.3%
Poverty3.1%
County GDP$520M
Commute13 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$107,500
Rent$792
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$134,527

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity42.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression20.3%
Heart Disease5.8%

Climate

Avg Temp57°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain18.3 in/yr
Elevation2,966 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+20.5%
High School+83.1%
School Score5.80

Community

2024 VoteR 82% / D 17%
Commute13 min
Libraries2

Is Satanta a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Satanta is $64,167, 15% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.3%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 3.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 13 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Satanta is $107,500, 62% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $792 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

20.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 83.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Satanta enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F. Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 18.3 inches, including 15.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Satanta has a population of 852 with a density of 1,374 people per square mile. The median age is 44.8 years, 15% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (76.8%), with 2.5% Hispanic.

Population

852
Total Population
1,374
People / sq mi
44.8yrs
Median Age
15% above US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.2%
Female 52.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Satanta vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only64.8%
17% below US avg
Spanish35.2%
163% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Satanta vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Satanta is $64,167, which is 15% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 3.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 13 minutes.

Income: Satanta vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$64,167
15% below US avg
Per Capita Income$32,634
Avg Weekly Wage$977
IRS Avg AGI$79,485

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.3%
19% above US avg
Poverty Rate3.1%
75% below US avg
Establishments (County)164
County GDP$520M

Business (County)

Restaurants6
Healthcare5
Retail14
Manufacturing7

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,778
21% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.58%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time13.0 min
Work from Home5.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Satanta is $107,500, 62% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $792 (32% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $134,527.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$107,500
62% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$134,527

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$792
32% 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-Occupied71.4%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,778
21% below US avg
Effective Rate2.58%
In Satanta, 42.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 20.3% report depression. 32.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity42.9%
34% above US avg
Diabetes11.8%
Heart Disease5.8%
High Blood Pressure31.1%
Asthma9.9%
COPD6.5%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.4%
Physical Inactivity32.9%
Depression20.3%
Mental Distress17.4%
Physical Distress13.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate85.2%
Checkup Rate72.7%
Premature Death5,581/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.3/10
Exercise Access59.5%
Healthcare Facilities5

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Safety Score

Satanta has an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation is 18.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

35°F Jan (1°C) 80°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average56.9°F
5% above US avg
January Average35°F (1°C)
July Average80°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall18.3 inches
52% below US avg
Snowfall15.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation2,966 ft (904 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.6 km²)
Population Density1,374/sq mi
Coordinates37.4378°N, 100.9880°W
County FIPS20081
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 20.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (39% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 64.5-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 81.8%
D 17.3%

Winner: Republican by 64.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+20.5%
39% below US avg
High School+83.1%
School Test Score5.80
C+ Education Grade (2.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density1,374/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities5
Restaurants6
Retail Stores14

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute13.0 min
Work from Home5.6%

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