Tescott, KS

Kansas

Tescott is a small town in Kansas with a population of 261. Residents earn $81,964 per year, which is 9% above the national average.

4.1 /5.0
A Great
261 Population 669/sq mi density
$81,964 Median Income $35,403 per capita
$98,800 Home Value $78,701 Zillow
$681 Median Rent 12.5% income on rent
55°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.4 / 5.0
$81,964 median income, 0.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$98,800 home value, $681/mo rent
C+
Education
2.8 / 5.0
23.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $81,964
9% higher than US avg
Home Value $98,800
65% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 23.0%
32% lower than US avg
Median Rent $681
41% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.5%
20% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.9%
75% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 9.7%
22% lower than US avg

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

People

Population261
Median Age53.1 yrs
Density669/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 89%
Veterans5.4%

Economy

A
Median Income$81,964
Per Capita$35,403
Unemployment0.9%
Poverty9.7%
County GDP$150M
Commute37 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$98,800
Rent$681
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$78,701
Rent Burden12.5%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity38.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.7%
Heart Disease5.8%

Climate

Avg Temp55°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain31.7 in/yr
Elevation1,294 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+23.0%
High School+95.6%
School Score5.80

Community

2024 VoteR 82% / D 16%
Commute37 min
Broadband99.0%
Libraries2

Is Tescott a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Tescott receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include long commute times. Tescott stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Tescott is $81,964, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.9%. 9.7% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 37 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Tescott is $98,800, 65% 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 1.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

23.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Tescott experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 31.7 inches, including 17.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Tescott has a population of 261 with a density of 669 people per square mile. The median age is 53.1 years, 37% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (88.9%).

Population

261
Total Population
669
People / sq mi
53.1yrs
Median Age
37% above US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.1%
Female 52.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Tescott vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Tescott vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Tescott is $81,964, which is 9% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 9.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 37 minutes.

Income: Tescott vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$81,964
9% above US avg
Per Capita Income$35,403
Avg Weekly Wage$761
IRS Avg AGI$62,449

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.9%
75% below US avg
Poverty Rate9.7%
22% below US avg
Establishments (County)157
County GDP$150M

Business (County)

Restaurants7
Healthcare15
Retail15
Manufacturing7

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,478
28% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.53%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time37.1 min
Drive Alone75.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Tescott is $98,800, 65% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $681 (41% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $78,701.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$98,800
65% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$78,701

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$681
41% below US avg
Rent Burden12.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied94.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,478
28% above US avg
Effective Rate4.53%
In Tescott, 38.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.7% report depression. 25.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.5%
20% above US avg
Diabetes9.5%
Heart Disease5.8%
High Blood Pressure31.3%
Asthma10.5%
COPD6.8%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.8%
Physical Inactivity25.3%
Depression22.7%
Mental Distress18.1%
Physical Distress12.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.3%
Checkup Rate73.9%
Premature Death10,207/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.9/10
Exercise Access2.3%
Healthcare Facilities15

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Tescott has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 31.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

29°F Jan (-2°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average55.0°F
2% above US avg
January Average29°F (-2°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall31.7 inches
17% below US avg
Snowfall17.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,294 ft (394 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (1.0 km²)
Population Density669/sq mi
Coordinates39.0130°N, 97.8783°W
County FIPS20143
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 23.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (32% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 66.6-point margin. 99.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 82.4%
D 15.9%

Winner: Republican by 66.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+23.0%
32% below US avg
High School+95.6%
School Test Score5.80
C+ Education Grade (2.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density669/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access99.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities15
Restaurants7
Retail Stores15

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute37.1 min
Drive Alone75.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.0%

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