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Sylvan Grove, KS
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Sylvan Grove, KS
At a Glance
How Sylvan Grove Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Sylvan Grove's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Sylvan Grove a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Sylvan Grove residents earn a median household income of $41,667 , which is 45% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $21,896. The unemployment rate stands at 4.5% (25% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 16.4% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 111 business establishments, including 7 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Sylvan Grove is $81,200 , 71% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $161,996. Median rent is $632/month, with 34.5% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 90.1 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1938.
Safety & Crime
Sylvan Grove reports 163 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 57% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,240/100K.
Education
25.5% of adults in Sylvan Grove hold a bachelor's degree or higher (24% below the national average). 98.6% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.9/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Sylvan Grove has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. The area gets 326 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 29.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.