Kansas
Seward is a small town in Kansas with a population of 88. Residents earn $51,522 per year, which is 31% below the national average.
Based on current data, Seward receives an overall livability score of 4.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Seward stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
The median household income in Seward is $51,522, 31% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 9.1% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
The median home value in Seward is $91,700, 67% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.
Seward enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 28.7 inches, including 18.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.
| English Only | 100.0% |
| 27% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $51,522 |
| 31% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $30,981 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $846 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $55,567 |
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 9.1% |
| 27% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 174 |
| County GDP | $289M |
| Restaurants | 10 |
| Healthcare | 13 |
| Retail | 19 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,500 |
| 29% below US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.73% |
| Commute Time | 19.1 min |
| Drive Alone | 82.4% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 9.8% |
| Census Median | $91,700 |
| 67% below US avg |
| Studio | $733 |
| 1 Bedroom | $771 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,000 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,344 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,505 |
| Owner-Occupied | 95.5% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,500 |
| 29% below US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 2.73% |
| Insurance Rate | 90.7% |
| Premature Death | 10,057/100K |
| Food Environment | 7.9/10 |
| Exercise Access | 60.9% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 13 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 5 |
| FEMA Disasters | 91 |
| Annual Average | 56.4°F |
| 4% above US avg | |
| January Average | 32°F (0°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 28.7 inches |
| 24% below US avg | |
| Snowfall | 18.1 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 39.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 1,912 ft (583 m) |
| Area | 0.3 sq mi (0.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 338/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 38.1778°N, 98.7943°W |
| County FIPS | 20185 |
Winner: Republican by 64 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 100.0% |
| School Test Score | 4.44 |
| RUCC Code 9 | Nonmetro — Rural |
| Population Density | 338/sq mi |
| Total Area | 0.3 sq mi |
| Broadband Access | 44.0% |
| Public Libraries | 3 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 13 |
| Restaurants | 10 |
| Retail Stores | 19 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 5 |
| FEMA Disaster Declarations | 91 |
| Avg Commute | 19.1 min |
| Drive Alone | 82.4% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 9.8% |