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Smolan, KS

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Smolan is a small town in Kansas with a population of 171. Residents earn $71,250 per year, which is 5% below the national average.

4.2 /5.0
A Great
171 Population 1,555/sq mi density
$71,250 Median Income $30,864 per capita
$154,200 Home Value
$1,016 Median Rent 51.0% income on rent
55°F Avg Temperature 297 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.2 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.9 / 5.0
$71,250 median income, 2.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$154,200 home value, $1,016/mo rent
B+
Education
3.7 / 5.0
33.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $71,250
5% lower than US avg
Home Value $154,200
45% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 33.6%
0% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,016
13% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.3%
26% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.7%
25% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 14.0%
13% higher than US avg

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

People

Population171
Median Age43.8 yrs
Density1,555/mi²
Male / Female45% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 95%
Veterans4.2%

Economy

B+
Median Income$71,250
Per Capita$30,864
Unemployment2.7%
Poverty14.0%
County GDP$3,875M
Commute22 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$154,200
Rent$1,016
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units86
Rent Burden51.0%

Health

Obesity40.3%
Uninsured8.5%
Smoking15.2%
Depression21.8%
Heart Disease5.7%

Climate

Avg Temp55°F (13°C)
AQI39 (Good)
Sunny Days297/yr
Elevation1,282 ft (391 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+33.6%
High School+93.9%
Graduate+14.6%
School Score5.80

Community

2024 VoteR 65% / D 33%
Commute22 min
Broadband70.0%
Libraries2

Is Smolan a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Smolan receives an overall livability score of 4.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Smolan stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Smolan is $71,250, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.7%. 14.0% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Smolan is $154,200, 45% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,016 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 33.6% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 93.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Smolan experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. With 297 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Smolan has a population of 171 with a density of 1,555 people per square mile. The median age is 43.8 years, 13% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95.3%), with 1.2% Black.

Population

171
Total Population
1,555
People / sq mi
43.8yrs
Median Age
13% above US avg
0.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45%
Female 55%

Race & Ethnicity

Smolan vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.1%
25% above US avg
Spanish1.9%
86% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Smolan vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Smolan is $71,250, which is 5% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 14.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Income: Smolan vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$71,250
5% below US avg
Per Capita Income$30,864
Avg Weekly Wage$975
IRS Avg AGI$66,003

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.7%
25% below US avg
Poverty Rate14.0%
13% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,583
County GDP$3,875M

Business (County)

Restaurants156
Healthcare176
Retail217
Manufacturing70

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,810
37% above US avg
Cost of Living90.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate3.12%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.4 min
Drive Alone83.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Smolan is $154,200, 45% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,016 (13% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$154,200
45% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,016
13% below US avg
Rent Burden51.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied78.6%
Housing Units86
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,810
37% above US avg
Effective Rate3.12%
In Smolan, 40.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.5% of residents lack health insurance. 15.2% are current smokers. 21.8% report depression. 25.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.3%
26% above US avg
Diabetes9.6%
Heart Disease5.7%
High Blood Pressure30.3%
Asthma9.8%
COPD6.1%
Cancer7.2%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.2%
9% above US avg
Binge Drinking19.5%
Physical Inactivity25.0%
Depression21.8%
Mental Distress17.3%
Physical Distress11.6%
Short Sleep33.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate77.0%
Uninsured8.5%
1% below US avg
Checkup Rate73.5%
Dental Visits61.5%
Premature Death9,658/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.0/10
Exercise Access80.4%
Healthcare Facilities176
Smolan has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. The area enjoys 297 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average54.7°F
1% above US avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Sunny Days297 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,282 ft (391 m)
Area0.1 sq mi (0.3 km²)
Population Density1,555/sq mi
Coordinates38.7381°N, 97.6844°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS20169
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+. 33.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (0% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 31.6-point margin. 70.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 64.9%
D 33.3%

Winner: Republican by 31.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+33.6%
0% below US avg
High School+93.9%
Graduate Degree+14.6%
School Test Score5.80
B+ Education Grade (3.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 5Nonmetro — Urban 20K+
Population Density1,555/sq mi
Total Area0.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access70.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities176
Restaurants156
Retail Stores217

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.4 min
Drive Alone83.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.5%

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