St. Benedict, KS

Kansas

St. Benedict is a small town in Kansas with a population of 59.

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
59 Population 41/sq mi density
52°F Avg Temperature
C+
Overall
2.8 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Education
2.8 / 5.0
23.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 23.1%
31% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population59
Median Age43.1 yrs
Density41/mi²
Male / Female56% / 44%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans39.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$33,044
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$667M
Commute17 min

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
AQI39 (Good)
Rain30.5 in/yr
Elevation1,137 ft (347 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+23.1%
High School+100.0%
School Score5.80

Community

2024 VoteR 83% / D 16%
Commute17 min
Broadband16.0%
Libraries6

Is St. Benedict a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, St. Benedict receives an overall livability score of 2.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. St. Benedict has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

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 17 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Education

23.1% 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

St. Benedict experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 30.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

St. Benedict has a population of 59 with a density of 41 people per square mile. The median age is 43.1 years, 11% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

59
Total Population
41
People / sq mi
43.1yrs
Median Age
11% above US avg
1.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 55.9%
Female 44.1%

Race & Ethnicity

St. Benedict vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

St. Benedict vs U.S. Average

The median household income in St. Benedict 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 17 minutes.

Income: St. Benedict vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$33,044
Avg Weekly Wage$983
IRS Avg AGI$112,243

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)434
County GDP$667M

Business (County)

Restaurants22
Healthcare40
Retail52
Manufacturing23

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,889
11% above US avg

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time16.7 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

St. Benedict has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 30.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

25°F Jan (-4°C) 76°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average51.5°F
5% below US avg
January Average25°F (-4°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall30.5 inches
20% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,137 ft (347 m)
Area1.4 sq mi (3.7 km²)
Population Density41/sq mi
Coordinates39.8929°N, 96.1029°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS20131
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 23.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (31% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 67-point margin. 16.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 82.8%
D 15.8%

Winner: Republican by 67 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+23.1%
31% below US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score5.80
C+ Education Grade (2.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density41/sq mi
Total Area1.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access16.0%
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities40
Restaurants22
Retail Stores52

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute16.7 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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