St. Paul, KS

Kansas

St. Paul is a small town in Kansas with a population of 665. Residents earn $37,344 per year, which is 50% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
665 Population 589/sq mi density
$37,344 Median Income $23,592 per capita
$92,100 Home Value
$681 Median Rent
56°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.5 / 5.0
$37,344 median income, 3.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$92,100 home value, $681/mo rent
C
Education
2.4 / 5.0
17.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $37,344
50% lower than US avg
Home Value $92,100
67% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 17.1%
49% lower than US avg
Median Rent $681
41% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.1%
19% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.4%
6% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.7%
70% lower than US avg

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

People

Population665
Median Age48.8 yrs
Density589/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 95%

Economy

B+
Median Income$37,344
Per Capita$23,592
Unemployment3.4%
Poverty3.7%
County GDP$788M
Commute24 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$92,100
Rent$681
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity38.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.7%
Heart Disease5.5%

Climate

Avg Temp56°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain44.7 in/yr
Elevation897 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+17.1%
High School+92.2%
School Score5.80

Community

2024 VoteR 73% / D 25%
Commute24 min
Libraries4

Is St. Paul a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, St. Paul receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. St. Paul offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in St. Paul is $37,344, 50% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.4%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 3.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in St. Paul is $92,100, 67% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $681 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

17.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

St. Paul enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 44.7 inches, including 9.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

St. Paul has a population of 665 with a density of 589 people per square mile. The median age is 48.8 years, 25% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.6%).

Population

665
Total Population
589
People / sq mi
48.8yrs
Median Age
25% above US avg
1.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 54%
Female 46%

Race & Ethnicity

St. Paul vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only93.7%
19% above US avg
Spanish6.3%
53% below US avg

Social Characteristics

St. Paul vs U.S. Average

The median household income in St. Paul is $37,344, which is 50% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: St. Paul vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$37,344
50% below US avg
Per Capita Income$23,592
Avg Weekly Wage$891
IRS Avg AGI$55,526

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.4%
6% below US avg
Poverty Rate3.7%
70% 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
Effective Tax Rate3.74%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.8 min
Work from Home13.9%

Walkability

The median home value in St. Paul is $92,100, 67% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $681 (41% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$92,100
67% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$681
41% 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-Occupied67.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,442
2% below US avg
Effective Rate3.74%
In St. Paul, 38.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.7% report depression. 23.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.1%
19% above US avg
Diabetes9.4%
Heart Disease5.5%
High Blood Pressure31.2%
Asthma10.3%
COPD6.4%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.2%
Physical Inactivity23.9%
Depression21.7%
Mental Distress17.9%
Physical Distress11.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.3%
Checkup Rate74.1%
Premature Death10,635/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.6/10
Exercise Access70.8%
Healthcare Facilities46

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

St. Paul has an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 44.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

32°F Jan (-0°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average55.9°F
4% above US avg
January Average32°F (-0°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall44.7 inches
18% above US avg
Snowfall9.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation897 ft (273 m)
Area1.1 sq mi (2.9 km²)
Population Density589/sq mi
Coordinates37.5184°N, 95.1741°W
County FIPS20133
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 17.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (49% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 48.1-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 73.1%
D 25%

Winner: Republican by 48.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+17.1%
49% below US avg
High School+92.2%
School Test Score5.80
C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density589/sq mi
Total Area1.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities46
Restaurants35
Retail Stores66

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.8 min
Work from Home13.9%

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