Seward, KS

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.

4.6 /5.0
A+ Excellent
88 Population 338/sq mi density
$51,522 Median Income $30,981 per capita
$91,700 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
56°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.6 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$51,522 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$91,700 home value
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $51,522
31% lower than US avg
Home Value $91,700
67% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 9.1%
27% lower than US avg

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

People

Population88
Median Age43.5 yrs
Density338/mi²
Male / Female34% / 66%
Largest GroupWhite 97%
Veterans71.0%

Economy

B+
Median Income$51,522
Per Capita$30,981
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty9.1%
County GDP$289M
Commute19 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$91,700
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp56°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain28.7 in/yr
Elevation1,912 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+100.0%
School Score4.44

Community

2024 VoteR 81% / D 17%
Commute19 min
Broadband44.0%
Libraries3

Is Seward a Good Place to Live?

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.

Economy & Jobs

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.

Cost of Living & Housing

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.

Education

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.

Climate & Weather

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.

Seward has a population of 88 with a density of 338 people per square mile. The median age is 43.5 years, 12% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.6%), with 3.4% Hispanic.

Population

88
Total Population
338
People / sq mi
43.5yrs
Median Age
12% above US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 34.1%
Female 65.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Seward vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Seward vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Seward is $51,522, which is 31% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 9.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes.

Income: Seward vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$51,522
31% below US avg
Per Capita Income$30,981
Avg Weekly Wage$846
IRS Avg AGI$55,567

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate9.1%
27% below US avg
Establishments (County)174
County GDP$289M

Business (County)

Restaurants10
Healthcare13
Retail19

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,500
29% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.73%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.1 min
Drive Alone82.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home9.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Seward is $91,700, 67% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$91,700
67% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$733
1 Bedroom$771
2 Bedrooms$1,000
3 Bedrooms$1,344
4 Bedrooms$1,505

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied95.5%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,500
29% below US avg
Effective Rate2.73%

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate90.7%
Premature Death10,057/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.9/10
Exercise Access60.9%
Healthcare Facilities13

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Seward has an average annual temperature of 56°F (14°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 28.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

32°F Jan (0°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average56.4°F
4% above US avg
January Average32°F (0°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall28.7 inches
24% below US avg
Snowfall18.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,912 ft (583 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.7 km²)
Population Density338/sq mi
Coordinates38.1778°N, 98.7943°W
County FIPS20185
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (100% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 64-point margin. 44.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 81.1%
D 17.1%

Winner: Republican by 64 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score4.44
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density338/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access44.0%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities13
Restaurants10
Retail Stores19

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.1 min
Drive Alone82.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home9.8%

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