Kansas · Metropolitan Area
South Hutchinson is a small town in Kansas with a population of 2,826. Residents earn $42,221 per year, which is 44% below the national average.
Based on current data, South Hutchinson receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. South Hutchinson has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
The median household income in South Hutchinson is $42,221, 44% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.9%. Only 5.6% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 15 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
The median home value in South Hutchinson is $147,900, 48% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $555 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.5x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Violent crime in South Hutchinson is below the national average at 155 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,757 per 100,000, 41% above the national average.
12.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.
South Hutchinson enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F. Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 32.9 inches, including 6.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.
| English Only | 87.7% |
| 12% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 12.3% |
| 8% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $42,221 |
| 44% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $33,558 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $922 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $67,187 |
| Unemployment | 1.9% |
| 47% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 5.6% |
| 55% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 849 |
| County GDP | $1,762M |
| Restaurants | 66 |
| Healthcare | 127 |
| Retail | 88 |
| Manufacturing | 55 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $4,330 |
| 24% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.93% |
| Commute Time | 15.1 min |
| Work from Home | 10.4% |
| Census Median | $147,900 |
| 48% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $141,236 |
| Census Median Rent | $555 |
| 52% below US avg |
| Studio | $702 |
| 1 Bedroom | $753 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $947 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,223 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,397 |
| Owner-Occupied | 56.0% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $4,330 |
| 24% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 2.93% |
| Obesity | 45.6% |
| 42% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 11.4% |
| Heart Disease | 6.4% |
| High Blood Pressure | 31.3% |
| Asthma | 10.9% |
| COPD | 7.8% |
| Stroke | 3.3% |
| Binge Drinking | 17.0% |
| Physical Inactivity | 30.1% |
| Depression | 24.7% |
| Mental Distress | 19.0% |
| Physical Distress | 13.5% |
| Insurance Rate | 87.1% |
| Checkup Rate | 75.8% |
| Premature Death | 9,762/100K |
| Food Environment | 8.7/10 |
| Exercise Access | 73.6% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 127 |
| Total Violent | 155.3/100K |
| 59% below US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 0.0/100K |
| Robbery | 0.0/100K |
| Assault | 155.3/100K |
| Total Property | 2,757.3/100K |
| 41% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 427.2/100K |
| Theft | 2,291.3/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 38.8/100K |
| Arson | 0.0/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 5 |
| FEMA Disasters | 91 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 56.6°F |
| 5% above US avg | |
| January Average | 32°F (0°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 32.9 inches |
| 13% below US avg | |
| Snowfall | 6.9 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 39.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 1,533 ft (467 m) |
| Area | 2.8 sq mi (7.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 995/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 38.0231°N, 97.9448°W |
| County FIPS | 20079 |
Winner: Republican by 21.1 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 12.9% |
| 62% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 89.7% |
| School Test Score | 5.80 |
| RUCC Code 2 | Metro — 250K–1M |
| Population Density | 995/sq mi |
| Total Area | 2.8 sq mi |
| Public Libraries | 6 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 127 |
| Restaurants | 66 |
| Retail Stores | 88 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 5 |
| FEMA Disaster Declarations | 91 |
| Avg Commute | 15.1 min |
| Work from Home | 10.4% |