Soldier, KS

Kansas · Metropolitan Area

Soldier is a small town in Kansas with a population of 74. Residents earn $50,000 per year, which is 33% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
74 Population 493/sq mi density
$50,000 Median Income $24,784 per capita
$55,000 Home Value $273,148 Zillow
N/A Median Rent
53°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.7 / 5.0
$50,000 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$55,000 home value
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
9.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $50,000
33% lower than US avg
Home Value $55,000
80% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 9.6%
72% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.2%
19% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 10.5%
15% lower than US avg

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

People

Population74
Median Age40.7 yrs
Density493/mi²
Male / Female55% / 45%
Largest GroupWhite 87%
Veterans55.0%

Economy

B+
Median Income$50,000
Per Capita$24,784
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty10.5%
County GDP$508M
Commute28 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$55,000
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$273,148

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity38.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression20.8%
Heart Disease6.0%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain37.9 in/yr
Elevation1,228 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+9.6%
High School+100.0%
School Score5.80

Community

2024 VoteR 70% / D 28%
Commute28 min
Broadband32.0%
Libraries1

Is Soldier a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Soldier receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Soldier offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Soldier is $50,000, 33% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 10.5% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Soldier is $55,000, 80% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

9.6% 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 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Soldier experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 37.9 inches, including 10.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Soldier has a population of 74 with a density of 493 people per square mile. The median age is 40.7 years, 5% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (86.5%), with 10.8% Hispanic.

Population

74
Total Population
493
People / sq mi
40.7yrs
Median Age
5% above US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 55.4%
Female 44.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Soldier vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.0%
25% above US avg
Spanish2.0%
85% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Soldier vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Soldier is $50,000, which is 33% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 10.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Income: Soldier vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$50,000
33% below US avg
Per Capita Income$24,784
Avg Weekly Wage$891
IRS Avg AGI$64,805

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate10.5%
15% below US avg
Establishments (County)324
County GDP$508M

Business (County)

Restaurants20
Healthcare27
Retail40
Manufacturing9

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,724
6% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate6.77%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.1 min
Drive Alone72.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Soldier is $55,000, 80% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $273,148.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$55,000
80% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$273,148

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied78.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,724
6% above US avg
Effective Rate6.77%
In Soldier, 38.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 20.8% report depression. 25.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.2%
19% above US avg
Diabetes10.3%
Heart Disease6.0%
High Blood Pressure31.5%
Asthma9.7%
COPD6.2%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.2%
Physical Inactivity25.5%
Depression20.8%
Mental Distress17.2%
Physical Distress12.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.1%
Checkup Rate73.2%
Premature Death9,798/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.4/10
Exercise Access48.4%
Healthcare Facilities27

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Safety Score

Soldier has an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 37.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-3°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average53.2°F
1% below US avg
January Average26°F (-3°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall37.9 inches
0% below US avg
Snowfall10.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,228 ft (374 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.4 km²)
Population Density493/sq mi
Coordinates39.5372°N, 95.9656°W
County FIPS20085
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 9.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (72% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 42.6-point margin. 32.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 70.4%
D 27.8%

Winner: Republican by 42.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+9.6%
72% below US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score5.80
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density493/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access32.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities27
Restaurants20
Retail Stores40

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute28.1 min
Drive Alone72.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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