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Savonburg, KS

Kansas

Savonburg is a small town in Kansas with a population of 120.

1.7 /5.0
D Poor
120 Population 632/sq mi density
$40,800 Home Value
56°F Avg Temperature 305 sunny days/yr
D
Overall
1.7 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Education
1.7 / 5.0
9.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Home Value $40,800
86% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 9.1%
73% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.0%
15% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.0%
44% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.8%
69% lower than US avg

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

People

Population120
Median Age42.4 yrs
Density632/mi²
Male / Female60% / 40%
Largest GroupWhite 98%
Veterans97.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$18,586
Unemployment2.0%
Poverty3.8%
County GDP$703M
Commute45 min

Housing

Home Value$40,800
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units53
Rent Burden27.7%

Health

Obesity37.0%
Uninsured8.2%
Smoking16.6%
Depression22.6%
Heart Disease5.7%

Climate

Avg Temp56°F (13°C)
AQI39 (Good)
Rain44.7 in/yr
Sunny Days305/yr
Elevation1,042 ft (318 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+9.1%
High School+90.9%
Graduate+9.2%
School Score5.80

Community

2024 VoteR 72% / D 26%
Commute45 min
Broadband40.0%
Libraries4

Is Savonburg a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Savonburg receives an overall livability score of 1.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of D. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include long commute times. Savonburg faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.0%. Only 3.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 45 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Savonburg is $40,800, 86% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership.

Education

9.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Savonburg enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. With 305 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 44.7 inches, including 9.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Savonburg has a population of 120 with a density of 632 people per square mile. The median age is 42.4 years, 9% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98.3%), with 1.7% Hispanic.

Population

120
Total Population
632
People / sq mi
42.4yrs
Median Age
9% above US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 60%
Female 40%

Race & Ethnicity

Savonburg vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Savonburg vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Savonburg is N/A. The unemployment rate is 2.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 45 minutes.

Income: Savonburg vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$18,586
Avg Weekly Wage$882
IRS Avg AGI$51,616

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.0%
44% below US avg
Poverty Rate3.8%
69% below US avg
Establishments (County)400
County GDP$703M

Business (County)

Restaurants33
Healthcare44
Retail56
Manufacturing22

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,117
11% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate7.64%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time44.7 min
Drive Alone84.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Savonburg is $40,800, 86% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$40,800
86% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden27.7%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied92.5%
Housing Units53
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,117
11% below US avg
Effective Rate7.64%
In Savonburg, 37.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.2% of residents lack health insurance. 16.6% are current smokers. 22.6% report depression. 25.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.0%
15% above US avg
Diabetes9.4%
Heart Disease5.7%
High Blood Pressure31.0%
Asthma9.7%
COPD6.5%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking16.6%
19% above US avg
Binge Drinking19.8%
Physical Inactivity25.0%
Depression22.6%
Mental Distress17.6%
Physical Distress12.2%
Short Sleep38.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate73.1%
Uninsured8.2%
5% below US avg
Checkup Rate73.9%
Dental Visits60.1%
Premature Death10,475/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.8/10
Exercise Access75.7%
Healthcare Facilities44
Savonburg has an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 44.7 inches. The area enjoys 305 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

32°F Jan (-0°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average55.9°F
4% above US avg
January Average32°F (-0°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days305 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall44.7 inches
18% above US avg
Snowfall9.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,042 ft (318 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.5 km²)
Population Density632/sq mi
Coordinates37.7491°N, 95.1418°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS20001
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 9.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (73% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 46.2-point margin. 40.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 72%
D 25.8%

Winner: Republican by 46.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+9.1%
73% below US avg
High School+90.9%
Graduate Degree+9.2%
School Test Score5.80
D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density632/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access40.0%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities44
Restaurants33
Retail Stores56

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute44.7 min
Drive Alone84.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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