Tribune, KS

Kansas

Tribune is a small town in Kansas with a population of 799. Residents earn $73,906 per year, which is 2% below the national average.

4.2 /5.0
A Great
799 Population 1,080/sq mi density
$73,906 Median Income $42,497 per capita
$113,000 Home Value $124,919 Zillow
$892 Median Rent 21.6% income on rent
52°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.2 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.3 / 5.0
$73,906 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$113,000 home value, $892/mo rent
B
Education
3.3 / 5.0
28.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $73,906
2% lower than US avg
Home Value $113,000
60% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 28.4%
16% lower than US avg
Median Rent $892
23% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.9%
15% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.4%
32% lower than US avg

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

People

Population799
Median Age43.1 yrs
Density1,080/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 83%

Economy

A
Median Income$73,906
Per Capita$42,497
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty8.4%
County GDP$281M
Commute11 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$113,000
Rent$892
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$124,919
Rent Burden21.6%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity36.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression20.9%
Heart Disease5.0%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain18.4 in/yr
Elevation3,615 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+28.4%
High School+86.7%
School Score5.80

Community

2024 VoteR 86% / D 13%
Commute11 min
Libraries1

Is Tribune a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Tribune receives an overall livability score of 4.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Tribune stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Tribune is $73,906, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 8.4% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 11 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Tribune is $113,000, 60% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $892 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

28.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Tribune experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 18.4 inches, including 21.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Tribune has a population of 799 with a density of 1,080 people per square mile. The median age is 43.1 years, 11% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (82.5%), with 2.9% Hispanic.

Population

799
Total Population
1,080
People / sq mi
43.1yrs
Median Age
11% above US avg
0.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.7%
Female 53.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Tribune vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only80.3%
2% above US avg
Spanish19.7%
47% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Tribune vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Tribune is $73,906, which is 2% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 8.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 11 minutes.

Income: Tribune vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$73,906
2% below US avg
Per Capita Income$42,497
Avg Weekly Wage$840
IRS Avg AGI$69,798

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate8.4%
32% below US avg
Establishments (County)76
County GDP$281M

Business (County)

Healthcare3
Retail9

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time10.8 min
Work from Home22.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Tribune is $113,000, 60% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $892 (23% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $124,919.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$113,000
60% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$124,919

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$892
23% below US avg
Rent Burden21.6%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied81.7%

Property Tax

In Tribune, 36.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 20.9% report depression. 25.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.9%
15% above US avg
Diabetes9.1%
Heart Disease5.0%
High Blood Pressure29.4%
Asthma9.8%
COPD5.5%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.8%
Physical Inactivity25.2%
Depression20.9%
Mental Distress16.3%
Physical Distress11.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate90.9%
Checkup Rate74.5%
Premature Death13,083/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.7/10
Healthcare Facilities3

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Tribune has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 18.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average52.2°F
3% below US avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall18.4 inches
51% below US avg
Snowfall21.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation3,615 ft (1,102 m)
Area0.7 sq mi (1.9 km²)
Population Density1,080/sq mi
Coordinates38.4720°N, 101.7545°W
County FIPS20071
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 28.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (16% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 73.4-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 86%
D 12.7%

Winner: Republican by 73.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+28.4%
16% below US avg
High School+86.7%
School Test Score5.80
B Education Grade (3.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density1,080/sq mi
Total Area0.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities3
Retail Stores9

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute10.8 min
Work from Home22.0%

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