Schoenchen, KS

Kansas

Schoenchen is a small town in Kansas with a population of 228. Residents earn $65,313 per year, which is 13% below the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
228 Population 1,900/sq mi density
$65,313 Median Income $34,571 per capita
$150,800 Home Value
$875 Median Rent 26.3% income on rent
54°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$65,313 median income, 5.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$150,800 home value, $875/mo rent
B
Education
3.3 / 5.0
28.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $65,313
13% lower than US avg
Home Value $150,800
47% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 28.3%
16% lower than US avg
Median Rent $875
25% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.0%
18% higher than US avg
Unemployment 5.4%
50% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.8%
61% lower than US avg

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

People

Population228
Median Age39.5 yrs
Density1,900/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 92%
Veterans3.3%

Economy

B+
Median Income$65,313
Per Capita$34,571
Unemployment5.4%
Poverty4.8%
County GDP$196M
Commute17 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$150,800
Rent$875
OwnershipN/A
Rent Burden26.3%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity38.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.7%
Heart Disease5.6%

Climate

Avg Temp54°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain24.4 in/yr
Elevation1,924 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+28.3%
High School+95.0%
School Score5.80

Community

2024 VoteR 82% / D 16%
Commute17 min
Broadband99.0%
Libraries4

Is Schoenchen a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Schoenchen receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include affordable housing, a low poverty rate, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Schoenchen stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Schoenchen is $65,313, 13% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.4% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 4.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Schoenchen is $150,800, 47% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $875 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

28.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Schoenchen experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 24.4 inches, including 15.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Schoenchen has a population of 228 with a density of 1,900 people per square mile. The median age is 39.5 years, 2% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (91.7%), with 4.4% Hispanic.

Population

228
Total Population
1,900
People / sq mi
39.5yrs
Median Age
2% above US avg
0.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.4%
Female 52.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Schoenchen vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.4%
23% above US avg
Spanish3.6%
73% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Schoenchen vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Schoenchen is $65,313, which is 13% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.4% (above the 3.6% US average). 4.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes.

Income: Schoenchen vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$65,313
13% below US avg
Per Capita Income$34,571
Avg Weekly Wage$852
IRS Avg AGI$56,126

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.4%
50% above US avg
Poverty Rate4.8%
61% below US avg
Establishments (County)116
County GDP$196M

Business (County)

Restaurants4
Healthcare10
Retail17
Manufacturing7

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,333
5% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.21%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time17.3 min
Drive Alone79.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Schoenchen is $150,800, 47% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $875 (25% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$150,800
47% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$875
25% below US avg
Rent Burden26.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied93.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,333
5% below US avg
Effective Rate2.21%
In Schoenchen, 38.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.7% report depression. 23.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.0%
18% above US avg
Diabetes9.1%
Heart Disease5.6%
High Blood Pressure31.2%
Asthma10.5%
COPD6.3%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.9%
Physical Inactivity23.1%
Depression21.7%
Mental Distress17.9%
Physical Distress12.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.6%
Checkup Rate75.8%
Premature Death17,778/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.5/10
Exercise Access45.1%
Healthcare Facilities10

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Safety Score

Schoenchen has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation is 24.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 80°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average54.3°F
1% above US avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average80°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall24.4 inches
36% below US avg
Snowfall15.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,924 ft (586 m)
Area0.1 sq mi (0.3 km²)
Population Density1,900/sq mi
Coordinates38.7129°N, 99.3323°W
County FIPS20165
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 28.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (16% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 65.4-point margin. 99.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 81.9%
D 16.4%

Winner: Republican by 65.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+28.3%
16% below US avg
High School+95.0%
School Test Score5.80
B Education Grade (3.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density1,900/sq mi
Total Area0.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access99.0%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities10
Restaurants4
Retail Stores17

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute17.3 min
Drive Alone79.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.8%

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