South Mound, KS

Kansas

South Mound is a small town in Kansas with a population of 17.

5.0 /5.0
A+ Excellent
17 Population 17/sq mi density
57°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
5.0 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population17
Median AgeN/A
Density17/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans17.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per CapitaN/A
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$788M
Commute14 min

Climate

Avg Temp57°F (14°C)
AQI39 (Good)
Rain44.9 in/yr
Elevation947 ft (289 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+100.0%
School Score5.80

Community

2024 VoteR 73% / D 25%
Commute14 min
Broadband9.0%
Libraries4

Is South Mound a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, South Mound receives an overall livability score of 5.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. South Mound stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 14 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Education

0.0% 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

South Mound enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F. Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 44.9 inches, including 7.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

South Mound has a population of 17 with a density of 17 people per square mile. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

17
Total Population
17
People / sq mi
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.9%
Female 47.1%

Race & Ethnicity

South Mound vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

South Mound vs U.S. Average

The median household income in South Mound is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 14 minutes.

Income: South Mound vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Avg Weekly Wage$891
IRS Avg AGI$55,526

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)492
County GDP$788M

Business (County)

Restaurants35
Healthcare46
Retail66
Manufacturing28

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,442
2% below US avg

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time14.4 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

South Mound has an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 44.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

32°F Jan (0°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average56.5°F
5% above US avg
January Average32°F (0°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall44.9 inches
18% above US avg
Snowfall7.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation947 ft (289 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.6 km²)
Population Density17/sq mi
Coordinates37.4360°N, 95.2199°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS20133
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 48.1-point margin. 9.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 73.1%
D 25%

Winner: Republican by 48.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score5.80
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density17/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access9.0%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities46
Restaurants35
Retail Stores66

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute14.4 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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