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Smith Center, KS
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Smith Center, KS
At a Glance
How Smith Center Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Smith Center's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Smith Center a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Smith Center residents earn a median household income of $53,963 , which is 28% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $32,635. The unemployment rate stands at 1.4% (61% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 6.5% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 164 business establishments, including 6 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Smith Center is $84,600 , 70% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $98,770. Median rent is $646/month, with 31.2% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 90.1 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1954.
Safety & Crime
Smith Center reports 389 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 2% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,116/100K.
Education
21.8% of adults in Smith Center hold a bachelor's degree or higher (35% below the national average). 93.9% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.5/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Smith Center has an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. The area gets 326 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 26.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.