Spearville, KS

Kansas

Spearville is a small town in Kansas with a population of 1,054. Residents earn $71,230 per year, which is 5% below the national average.

4.3 /5.0
A Great
1,054 Population 1,673/sq mi density
$71,230 Median Income $31,972 per capita
$185,400 Home Value $219,226 Zillow
$775 Median Rent
56°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.3 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.4 / 5.0
$71,230 median income, 0.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$185,400 home value, $775/mo rent
B
Education
3.4 / 5.0
30.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $71,230
5% lower than US avg
Home Value $185,400
34% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 30.1%
11% lower than US avg
Median Rent $775
33% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 33.7%
5% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.4%
89% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.8%
61% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,054
Median Age37.4 yrs
Density1,673/mi²
Male / Female42% / 58%
Largest GroupWhite 92%

Economy

A
Median Income$71,230
Per Capita$31,972
Unemployment0.4%
Poverty4.8%
County GDP$3,215M
Commute16 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$185,400
Rent$775
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$219,226

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity33.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.1%
Heart Disease4.9%

Climate

Avg Temp56°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain22.0 in/yr
Elevation2,456 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+30.1%
High School+97.6%
School Score5.80

Community

2024 VoteR 68% / D 30%
Commute16 min
Libraries3

Is Spearville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Spearville receives an overall livability score of 4.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Spearville stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Spearville is $71,230, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.4%. Only 4.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Spearville is $185,400, 34% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $775 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

30.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 97.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Spearville enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 22.0 inches, including 19.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Spearville has a population of 1,054 with a density of 1,673 people per square mile. The median age is 37.4 years, 4% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (91.8%), with 2% Hispanic.

Population

1,054
Total Population
1,673
People / sq mi
37.4yrs
Median Age
4% below US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 42.4%
Female 57.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Spearville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.7%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.3%
83% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Spearville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Spearville is $71,230, which is 5% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes.

Income: Spearville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$71,230
5% below US avg
Per Capita Income$31,972
Avg Weekly Wage$1,015
IRS Avg AGI$65,440

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.4%
89% below US avg
Poverty Rate4.8%
61% below US avg
Establishments (County)858
County GDP$3,215M

Business (County)

Restaurants89
Healthcare91
Retail117
Manufacturing25

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,668
33% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.52%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time15.9 min
Work from Home11.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Spearville is $185,400, 34% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $775 (33% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $219,226.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$185,400
34% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$219,226

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$775
33% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied84.7%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,668
33% above US avg
Effective Rate2.52%
In Spearville, 33.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.1% report depression. 21.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity33.7%
5% above US avg
Diabetes8.3%
Heart Disease4.9%
High Blood Pressure29.2%
Asthma10.0%
COPD5.3%
Stroke2.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.4%
Physical Inactivity21.7%
Depression21.1%
Mental Distress16.8%
Physical Distress10.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.2%
Checkup Rate73.4%
Premature Death8,381/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.9/10
Exercise Access82.8%
Healthcare Facilities91

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5
FEMA Disasters182

Safety Score

Spearville has an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation is 22.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

33°F Jan (1°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average56.0°F
4% above US avg
January Average33°F (1°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall22.0 inches
42% below US avg
Snowfall19.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation2,456 ft (749 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.6 km²)
Population Density1,673/sq mi
Coordinates37.8481°N, 99.7547°W
County FIPS20057
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+. 30.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (11% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 38.4-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 68.3%
D 29.9%

Winner: Republican by 38.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+30.1%
11% below US avg
High School+97.6%
School Test Score5.80
B Education Grade (3.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 5Nonmetro — Urban 20K+
Population Density1,673/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities91
Restaurants89
Retail Stores117

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5
FEMA Disaster Declarations182

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute15.9 min
Work from Home11.6%

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