Severy, KS

Kansas

Severy is a small town in Kansas with a population of 185. Residents earn $34,500 per year, which is 54% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
185 Population 378/sq mi density
$34,500 Median Income $30,906 per capita
$28,000 Home Value
$725 Median Rent 22.5% income on rent
55°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.7 / 5.0
$34,500 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$28,000 home value, $725/mo rent
F
Education
1.3 / 5.0
3.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $34,500
54% lower than US avg
Home Value $28,000
90% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 3.7%
89% lower than US avg
Median Rent $725
38% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.2%
22% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.0%
68% lower than US avg

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

People

Population185
Median Age55.9 yrs
Density378/mi²
Male / Female57% / 43%
Largest GroupWhite 94%
Veterans9.6%

Economy

B+
Median Income$34,500
Per Capita$30,906
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty4.0%
County GDP$102M
Commute42 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$28,000
Rent$725
OwnershipN/A
Rent Burden22.5%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity39.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.7%
Heart Disease5.6%

Climate

Avg Temp55°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain40.0 in/yr
Elevation1,113 ft

Education

F
Bachelor's+3.7%
High School+93.8%
School Score5.80

Community

2024 VoteR 84% / D 14%
Commute42 min
Broadband71.2%
Libraries4

Is Severy a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Severy receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, long commute times, high obesity rates. Severy offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Severy is $34,500, 54% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 4.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 42 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Severy is $28,000, 90% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $725 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 0.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

3.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Severy experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 40.0 inches, including 8.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Severy has a population of 185 with a density of 378 people per square mile. The median age is 55.9 years, 44% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (93.5%), with 5.9% Hispanic.

Population

185
Total Population
378
People / sq mi
55.9yrs
Median Age
44% above US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 56.8%
Female 43.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Severy vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.6%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.4%
90% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Severy vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Severy is $34,500, which is 54% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 42 minutes.

Income: Severy vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$34,500
54% below US avg
Per Capita Income$30,906
Avg Weekly Wage$685
IRS Avg AGI$50,489

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate4.0%
68% below US avg
Establishments (County)86
County GDP$102M

Business (County)

Restaurants5
Healthcare5
Retail12

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time41.8 min
Drive Alone80.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Severy is $28,000, 90% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $725 (38% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$28,000
90% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$725
38% below US avg
Rent Burden22.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied94.9%

Property Tax

In Severy, 39.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.7% report depression. 25.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.2%
22% above US avg
Diabetes9.4%
Heart Disease5.6%
High Blood Pressure31.3%
Asthma10.6%
COPD6.7%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.2%
Physical Inactivity25.4%
Depression22.7%
Mental Distress18.6%
Physical Distress12.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.2%
Checkup Rate72.5%
Premature Death10,720/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.2/10
Exercise Access28.0%
Healthcare Facilities5

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Safety Score

Severy has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 40.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

31°F Jan (-1°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average55.3°F
2% above US avg
January Average31°F (-1°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall40.0 inches
5% above US avg
Snowfall8.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,113 ft (339 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.3 km²)
Population Density378/sq mi
Coordinates37.6220°N, 96.2275°W
County FIPS20049
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 3.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (89% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 69.7-point margin. 71.2% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 83.9%
D 14.3%

Winner: Republican by 69.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+3.7%
89% below US avg
High School+93.8%
School Test Score5.80
F Education Grade (1.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density378/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access71.2%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities5
Restaurants5
Retail Stores12

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute41.8 min
Drive Alone80.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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