Talmage, KS

Kansas

Talmage is a small town in Kansas with a population of 94. Residents earn $60,313 per year, which is 20% below the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
94 Population 940/sq mi density
$60,313 Median Income $32,917 per capita
$173,200 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
54°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.2 / 5.0
$60,313 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$173,200 home value
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
10.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $60,313
20% lower than US avg
Home Value $173,200
39% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 10.7%
68% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.7%
17% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population94
Median Age60.2 yrs
Density940/mi²
Male / Female33% / 67%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans75.0%

Economy

A
Median Income$60,313
Per Capita$32,917
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$352M
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$173,200
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity37.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.5%
Heart Disease6.1%

Climate

Avg Temp54°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain31.9 in/yr
Elevation1,215 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+10.7%
High School+100.0%
School Score5.80

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 21%
Commute25 min
Broadband54.0%
Libraries3

Is Talmage a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Talmage receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Talmage offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Talmage is $60,313, 20% below the national average of $75,149. 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 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Talmage is $173,200, 39% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

10.7% 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

Talmage experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 31.9 inches, including 10.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Talmage has a population of 94 with a density of 940 people per square mile. The median age is 60.2 years, 55% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

94
Total Population
940
People / sq mi
60.2yrs
Median Age
55% above US avg
0.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 33%
Female 67%

Race & Ethnicity

Talmage vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Talmage vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Talmage is $60,313, which is 20% below the national average of $75,149. 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 25 minutes.

Income: Talmage vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$60,313
20% below US avg
Per Capita Income$32,917
Avg Weekly Wage$772
IRS Avg AGI$61,464

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)284
County GDP$352M

Business (County)

Restaurants17
Healthcare24
Retail42
Manufacturing10

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,450
1% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.99%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.1 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Talmage is $173,200, 39% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$173,200
39% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied100.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,450
1% below US avg
Effective Rate1.99%
In Talmage, 37.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.5% report depression. 25.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.7%
17% above US avg
Diabetes9.5%
Heart Disease6.1%
High Blood Pressure31.3%
Asthma10.0%
COPD5.9%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.9%
Physical Inactivity25.0%
Depression21.5%
Mental Distress17.5%
Physical Distress11.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Checkup Rate74.8%
Premature Death6,001/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.6/10
Exercise Access56.3%
Healthcare Facilities24

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Safety Score

Talmage has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation is 31.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

28°F Jan (-2°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average54.3°F
1% above US avg
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall31.9 inches
16% below US avg
Snowfall10.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,215 ft (370 m)
Area0.1 sq mi (0.3 km²)
Population Density940/sq mi
Coordinates39.0269°N, 97.2597°W
County FIPS20027
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 10.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (68% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 55.5-point margin. 54.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 76.6%
D 21.1%

Winner: Republican by 55.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+10.7%
68% below US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score5.80
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density940/sq mi
Total Area0.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access54.0%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities24
Restaurants17
Retail Stores42

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.1 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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