St. Francis, KS

Kansas

St. Francis is a small town in Kansas with a population of 1,268. Residents earn $45,324 per year, which is 40% below the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
1,268 Population 1,474/sq mi density
$45,324 Median Income $30,871 per capita
$95,000 Home Value
$705 Median Rent
52°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.5 / 5.0
$45,324 median income, 0.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$95,000 home value, $705/mo rent
C+
Education
2.8 / 5.0
22.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $45,324
40% lower than US avg
Home Value $95,000
66% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 22.1%
34% lower than US avg
Median Rent $705
39% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.6%
20% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.9%
75% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 14.3%
15% higher than US avg

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

People

Population1,268
Median Age41.6 yrs
Density1,474/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 92%

Economy

B+
Median Income$45,324
Per Capita$30,871
Unemployment0.9%
Poverty14.3%
County GDP$174M
Commute11 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$95,000
Rent$705
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity38.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.5%
Heart Disease6.4%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain17.6 in/yr
Elevation3,320 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+22.1%
High School+91.8%
School Score5.80

Community

2024 VoteR 83% / D 14%
Commute11 min
Libraries2

Is St. Francis a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, St. Francis receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. St. Francis offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in St. Francis is $45,324, 40% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.9%. 14.3% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 11 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in St. Francis is $95,000, 66% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $705 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

22.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

St. Francis experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 17.6 inches, including 19.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

St. Francis has a population of 1,268 with a density of 1,474 people per square mile. The median age is 41.6 years, 7% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (92.4%), with 2.1% Hispanic.

Population

1,268
Total Population
1,474
People / sq mi
41.6yrs
Median Age
7% above US avg
0.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.7%
Female 53.3%

Race & Ethnicity

St. Francis vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only90.6%
15% above US avg
Spanish9.4%
30% below US avg

Social Characteristics

St. Francis vs U.S. Average

The median household income in St. Francis is $45,324, which is 40% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 14.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 11 minutes.

Income: St. Francis vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$45,324
40% below US avg
Per Capita Income$30,871
Avg Weekly Wage$775
IRS Avg AGI$60,521

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.9%
75% below US avg
Poverty Rate14.3%
15% above US avg
Establishments (County)137
County GDP$174M

Business (County)

Restaurants9
Healthcare14
Retail13
Manufacturing3

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,625
25% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.76%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time10.5 min
Work from Home9.7%

Walkability

The median home value in St. Francis is $95,000, 66% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $705 (39% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$95,000
66% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$705
39% 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-Occupied81.5%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,625
25% below US avg
Effective Rate2.76%
In St. Francis, 38.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 23.5% report depression. 30.9% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: St. Francis vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.6%
20% above US avg
Diabetes11.0%
Heart Disease6.4%
High Blood Pressure32.9%
Asthma10.8%
COPD8.0%
Stroke3.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.0%
Physical Inactivity30.9%
Depression23.5%
Mental Distress19.2%
Physical Distress14.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate84.8%
Checkup Rate73.9%
Premature Death9,105/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.6/10
Exercise Access1.5%
Healthcare Facilities14

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

St. Francis has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 17.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

29°F Jan (-1°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average51.9°F
4% below US avg
January Average29°F (-1°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall17.6 inches
54% below US avg
Snowfall19.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation3,320 ft (1,012 m)
Area0.9 sq mi (2.2 km²)
Population Density1,474/sq mi
Coordinates39.7715°N, 101.8014°W
County FIPS20023
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 22.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (34% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 68.8-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 83.3%
D 14.5%

Winner: Republican by 68.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+22.1%
34% below US avg
High School+91.8%
School Test Score5.80
C+ Education Grade (2.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density1,474/sq mi
Total Area0.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities14
Restaurants9
Retail Stores13

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute10.5 min
Work from Home9.7%

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