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Simpson, KS

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Simpson is a small town in Kansas with a population of 149. Residents earn $60,078 per year, which is 20% below the national average.

4.7 /5.0
A+ Excellent
149 Population 573/sq mi density
$60,078 Median Income $26,513 per capita
$25,800 Home Value
55°F Avg Temperature 302 sunny days/yr
A+
Overall
4.7 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.2 / 5.0
$60,078 median income, 1.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$25,800 home value
A+
Education
4.9 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $60,078
20% lower than US avg
Home Value $25,800
91% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.7%
14% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.0%
72% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.2%
66% lower than US avg

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

People

Population149
Median Age28.1 yrs
Density573/mi²
Male / Female69% / 31%
Largest GroupWhite 98%
Veterans100.0%

Economy

A
Median Income$60,078
Per Capita$26,513
Unemployment1.0%
Poverty4.2%
County GDP$516M
Commute20 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$25,800
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units56
Rent Burden25.8%

Health

Obesity36.7%
Uninsured10.0%
Smoking16.9%
Depression21.8%
Heart Disease3.9%

Climate

Avg Temp55°F (13°C)
AQI39 (Good)
Rain31.7 in/yr
Sunny Days302/yr
Elevation1,335 ft (407 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+97.9%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.80

Community

2024 VoteR 80% / D 19%
Commute20 min
Broadband65.0%
Libraries4

Is Simpson a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Simpson receives an overall livability score of 4.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Simpson stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Simpson is $60,078, 20% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.0%. Only 4.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Simpson is $25,800, 91% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 0.4x 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%. 97.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Simpson experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. With 302 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 31.7 inches, including 17.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Simpson has a population of 149 with a density of 573 people per square mile. The median age is 28.1 years, 28% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98%), with 2% Hispanic.

Population

149
Total Population
573
People / sq mi
28.1yrs
Median Age
28% below US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 69.1%
Female 30.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Simpson vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only92.3%
18% above US avg
Spanish7.7%
43% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Simpson vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Simpson is $60,078, which is 20% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Income: Simpson vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$60,078
20% below US avg
Per Capita Income$26,513
Avg Weekly Wage$799
IRS Avg AGI$57,416

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.0%
72% below US avg
Poverty Rate4.2%
66% below US avg
Establishments (County)310
County GDP$516M

Business (County)

Restaurants25
Healthcare36
Retail45
Manufacturing11

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,756
21% below US avg
Cost of Living90.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate10.68%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.5 min
Drive Alone97.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Simpson is $25,800, 91% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$25,800
91% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden25.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied69.2%
Housing Units56
Median Year Built1946

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,756
21% below US avg
Effective Rate10.68%
In Simpson, 36.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 10.0% of residents lack health insurance. 16.9% are current smokers. 21.8% report depression. 23.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.7%
14% above US avg
Diabetes7.8%
Heart Disease3.9%
High Blood Pressure25.0%
Asthma9.7%
COPD5.5%
Cancer4.3%
Stroke2.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking16.9%
21% above US avg
Binge Drinking16.9%
Physical Inactivity23.7%
Depression21.8%
Mental Distress18.4%
Physical Distress11.3%
Short Sleep31.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate86.3%
Uninsured10.0%
16% above US avg
Primary Care1:1,786
Dentists1:2,982
Mental Health1:443
Checkup Rate62.5%
Dental Visits57.0%
Premature Death10,252/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.2/10
Exercise Access80.5%
Healthcare Facilities36
Simpson has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 31.7 inches. The area enjoys 302 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

29°F Jan (-2°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average55.0°F
2% above US avg
January Average29°F (-2°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Sunny Days302 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall31.7 inches
17% below US avg
Snowfall17.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,335 ft (407 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.7 km²)
Population Density573/sq mi
Coordinates39.3860°N, 97.9340°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS20029
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 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 60.6-point margin. 65.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 79.5%
D 19%

Winner: Republican by 60.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+97.9%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.80
A+ Education Grade (4.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density573/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access65.0%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities36
Restaurants25
Retail Stores45

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.5 min
Drive Alone97.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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