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Summerfield, KS

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Summerfield is a small town in Kansas with a population of 166. Residents earn $46,250 per year, which is 38% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
166 Population 474/sq mi density
$46,250 Median Income $22,389 per capita
$52,700 Home Value
52°F Avg Temperature 302 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.7 / 5.0
$46,250 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$52,700 home value
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
7.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $46,250
38% lower than US avg
Home Value $52,700
81% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 7.1%
79% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.7%
21% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 9.8%
21% lower than US avg

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

People

Population166
Median Age37.5 yrs
Density474/mi²
Male / Female35% / 65%
Largest GroupWhite 98%
Veterans9.7%

Economy

B+
Median Income$46,250
Per Capita$22,389
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty9.8%
County GDP$704M
Commute32 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$52,700
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units60
Rent Burden29.6%

Health

Obesity38.7%
Uninsured9.0%
Smoking19.1%
Depression23.8%
Heart Disease6.2%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
AQI39 (Good)
Rain30.5 in/yr
Sunny Days302/yr
Elevation1,512 ft (461 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+7.1%
High School+92.9%
Graduate+2.1%
School Score5.80

Community

2024 VoteR 73% / D 24%
Commute32 min
Broadband56.0%
Libraries6

Is Summerfield a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Summerfield receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Summerfield offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Summerfield is $46,250, 38% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 9.8% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Summerfield is $52,700, 81% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

7.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Summerfield experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. With 302 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 30.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Summerfield has a population of 166 with a density of 474 people per square mile. The median age is 37.5 years, 4% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97.6%), with 1.8% Black.

Population

166
Total Population
474
People / sq mi
37.5yrs
Median Age
4% below US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 34.9%
Female 65.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Summerfield vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.6%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.4%
90% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Summerfield vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Summerfield is $46,250, which is 38% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 9.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Income: Summerfield vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$46,250
38% below US avg
Per Capita Income$22,389
Avg Weekly Wage$945
IRS Avg AGI$68,725

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate9.8%
21% below US avg
Establishments (County)413
County GDP$704M

Business (County)

Restaurants24
Healthcare40
Retail59
Manufacturing16

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,167
10% below US avg
Cost of Living90.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate6.01%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time32.3 min
Drive Alone90.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Summerfield is $52,700, 81% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$52,700
81% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden29.6%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied96.4%
Housing Units60
Median Year Built1955

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,167
10% below US avg
Effective Rate6.01%
In Summerfield, 38.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 9.0% of residents lack health insurance. 19.1% are current smokers. 23.8% report depression. 27.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.7%
21% above US avg
Diabetes10.2%
Heart Disease6.2%
High Blood Pressure32.4%
Asthma10.7%
COPD7.5%
Cancer7.3%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking19.1%
36% above US avg
Binge Drinking18.5%
Physical Inactivity27.6%
Depression23.8%
Mental Distress19.5%
Physical Distress13.3%
Short Sleep34.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.1%
Uninsured9.0%
5% above US avg
Primary Care1:1,663
Dentists1:1,426
Mental Health1:1,104
Checkup Rate74.0%
Dental Visits64.9%
Premature Death8,485/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.6/10
Exercise Access45.7%
Healthcare Facilities40
Summerfield 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. The area enjoys 302 sunny days per year. 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)
Sunny Days302 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall30.5 inches
20% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,512 ft (461 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (0.9 km²)
Population Density474/sq mi
Coordinates39.9969°N, 96.3493°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS20117
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 7.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (79% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 49.1-point margin. 56.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 73.4%
D 24.3%

Winner: Republican by 49.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+7.1%
79% below US avg
High School+92.9%
Graduate Degree+2.1%
School Test Score5.80
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density474/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access56.0%
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities40
Restaurants24
Retail Stores59

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute32.3 min
Drive Alone90.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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