Troy, KS

Kansas · Metropolitan Area

Troy is a small town in Kansas with a population of 794. Residents earn $50,900 per year, which is 32% below the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
794 Population 810/sq mi density
$50,900 Median Income $30,135 per capita
$109,600 Home Value $126,903 Zillow
$814 Median Rent 22.9% income on rent
53°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.0 / 5.0
$50,900 median income, 1.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$109,600 home value, $814/mo rent
C+
Education
2.5 / 5.0
19.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $50,900
32% lower than US avg
Home Value $109,600
61% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 19.1%
43% lower than US avg
Median Rent $814
30% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.7%
17% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.8%
50% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.9%
60% lower than US avg

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

People

Population794
Median Age44.0 yrs
Density810/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 89%
Veterans6.6%

Economy

A
Median Income$50,900
Per Capita$30,135
Unemployment1.8%
Poverty4.9%
County GDP$352M
Commute21 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$109,600
Rent$814
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$126,903
Rent Burden22.9%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity37.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.7%
Heart Disease5.6%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain36.8 in/yr
Elevation1,083 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+19.1%
High School+93.7%
School Score5.80

Community

2024 VoteR 81% / D 18%
Commute21 min
Broadband80.2%
Libraries4

Is Troy a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Troy is $50,900, 32% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.8%. Only 4.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Troy is $109,600, 61% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $814 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

19.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Troy experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 36.8 inches, including 21.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Troy has a population of 794 with a density of 810 people per square mile. The median age is 44.0 years, 13% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (89%).

Population

794
Total Population
810
People / sq mi
44.0yrs
Median Age
13% above US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.7%
Female 46.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Troy vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.0%
24% above US avg
Spanish3.0%
78% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Troy vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Troy is $50,900, which is 32% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Income: Troy vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$50,900
32% below US avg
Per Capita Income$30,135
Avg Weekly Wage$971
IRS Avg AGI$67,094

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.8%
50% below US avg
Poverty Rate4.9%
60% below US avg
Establishments (County)234
County GDP$352M

Business (County)

Restaurants8
Healthcare18
Retail16
Manufacturing12

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,300
34% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.10%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.0 min
Drive Alone91.7%
Public Transit0.6%
Work from Home6.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Troy is $109,600, 61% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $814 (30% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $126,903.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$109,600
61% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$126,903

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$814
30% below US avg
Rent Burden22.9%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied69.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,300
34% below US avg
Effective Rate2.10%
In Troy, 37.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.7% report depression. 25.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.7%
17% above US avg
Diabetes9.3%
Heart Disease5.6%
High Blood Pressure31.1%
Asthma10.3%
COPD6.5%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.0%
Physical Inactivity25.7%
Depression22.7%
Mental Distress18.0%
Physical Distress12.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate90.1%
Checkup Rate74.3%
Premature Death6,807/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.0/10
Exercise Access22.1%
Healthcare Facilities18

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Safety Score

Troy has an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 36.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

27°F Jan (-3°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average53.1°F
2% below US avg
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall36.8 inches
3% below US avg
Snowfall21.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,083 ft (330 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.5 km²)
Population Density810/sq mi
Coordinates39.7852°N, 95.0941°W
County FIPS20043
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 19.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (43% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 63.6-point margin. 80.2% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 81.1%
D 17.5%

Winner: Republican by 63.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+19.1%
43% below US avg
High School+93.7%
School Test Score5.80
C+ Education Grade (2.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density810/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access80.2%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities18
Restaurants8
Retail Stores16

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.0 min
Drive Alone91.7%
Public Transit0.6%
Work from Home6.8%

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