Tecumseh, KS

Kansas · Metropolitan Area

Tecumseh is a small town in Kansas with a population of 339. Residents earn $71,875 per year, which is 4% below the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
339 Population 95/sq mi density
$71,875 Median Income $51,101 per capita
$138,100 Home Value $286,757 Zillow
N/A Median Rent
56°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.7 / 5.0
$71,875 median income, 7.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$138,100 home value
C+
Education
2.7 / 5.0
20.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $71,875
4% lower than US avg
Home Value $138,100
51% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 20.7%
39% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.4%
10% higher than US avg
Unemployment 7.1%
97% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population339
Median Age57.0 yrs
Density95/mi²
Male / Female67% / 33%
Largest GroupWhite 86%

Economy

B+
Median Income$71,875
Per Capita$51,101
Unemployment7.1%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$14,584M
Commute19 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$138,100
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$286,757

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity35.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.9%
Heart Disease5.0%

Climate

Avg Temp56°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain36.5 in/yr
Elevation946 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+20.7%
High School+91.7%
School Score5.80

Community

2024 VoteR 49% / D 49%
Commute19 min
EV Stations1
Libraries7

Is Tecumseh a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Tecumseh receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Tecumseh offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Tecumseh is $71,875, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 7.1% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Tecumseh is $138,100, 51% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

20.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Tecumseh enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 36.5 inches, including 17.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Tecumseh has a population of 339 with a density of 95 people per square mile. The median age is 57.0 years, 47% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (86.4%), with 5.3% Hispanic.

Population

339
Total Population
95
People / sq mi
57.0yrs
Median Age
47% above US avg
3.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 67.3%
Female 32.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Tecumseh vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Tecumseh vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Tecumseh is $71,875, which is 4% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 7.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes.

Income: Tecumseh vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$71,875
4% below US avg
Per Capita Income$51,101
Avg Weekly Wage$1,156
IRS Avg AGI$67,880

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment7.1%
97% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)5,183
County GDP$14,584M

Business (County)

Restaurants369
Healthcare652
Retail555
Manufacturing109

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,214
49% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.78%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time18.8 min
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Tecumseh is $138,100, 51% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $286,757.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$138,100
51% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$286,757

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-Occupied89.4%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,214
49% above US avg
Effective Rate3.78%
In Tecumseh, 35.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 23.9% report depression. 20.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.4%
10% above US avg
Diabetes8.6%
Heart Disease5.0%
High Blood Pressure31.1%
Asthma10.2%
COPD5.1%
Stroke2.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.1%
Physical Inactivity20.4%
Depression23.9%
Mental Distress15.8%
Physical Distress10.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Checkup Rate76.8%
Premature Death10,420/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.6/10
Exercise Access87.1%
Healthcare Facilities652

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)16
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Tecumseh has an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation is 36.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average55.8°F
3% above US avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall36.5 inches
4% below US avg
Snowfall17.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation946 ft (288 m)
Area3.6 sq mi (9.2 km²)
Population Density95/sq mi
Coordinates39.0350°N, 95.5797°W
County FIPS20177
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 20.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (39% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 0.5-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 48.8%
D 49.3%

Winner: Democrat by 0.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+20.7%
39% below US avg
High School+91.7%
School Test Score5.80
C+ Education Grade (2.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density95/sq mi
Total Area3.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities652
Restaurants369
Retail Stores555

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)16
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute18.8 min
Work from Home0.0%

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