Uniontown, KS

Kansas

Uniontown is a small town in Kansas with a population of 492. Residents earn $51,750 per year, which is 31% below the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
492 Population 2,343/sq mi density
$51,750 Median Income $17,726 per capita
$49,300 Home Value $131,246 Zillow
$752 Median Rent
57°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$51,750 median income, 2.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$49,300 home value, $752/mo rent
C+
Education
2.7 / 5.0
20.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $51,750
31% lower than US avg
Home Value $49,300
83% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 20.7%
39% lower than US avg
Median Rent $752
35% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.8%
8% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.4%
33% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 16.5%
33% higher than US avg

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

People

Population492
Median Age18.0 yrs
Density2,343/mi²
Male / Female45% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 93%

Economy

B
Median Income$51,750
Per Capita$17,726
Unemployment2.4%
Poverty16.5%
County GDP$749M
Commute21 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$49,300
Rent$752
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$131,246

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity34.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.8%
Heart Disease5.3%

Climate

Avg Temp57°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain44.5 in/yr
Elevation891 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+20.7%
High School+90.7%
School Score5.80

Community

2024 VoteR 76% / D 22%
Commute21 min
Broadband95.0%
Libraries2

Is Uniontown a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Uniontown receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Uniontown offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Uniontown is $51,750, 31% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.4%. The poverty rate of 16.5% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Uniontown is $49,300, 83% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $752 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1x 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%. 90.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Uniontown enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F. Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 44.5 inches, including 8.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Uniontown has a population of 492 with a density of 2,343 people per square mile. The median age is 18.0 years, 54% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (93.1%), with 3.9% Hispanic.

Population

492
Total Population
2,343
People / sq mi
18.0yrs
Median Age
54% below US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 44.9%
Female 55.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Uniontown vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Uniontown vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Uniontown is $51,750, which is 31% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 16.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Income: Uniontown vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$51,750
31% below US avg
Per Capita Income$17,726
Avg Weekly Wage$824
IRS Avg AGI$53,044

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.4%
33% below US avg
Poverty Rate16.5%
33% above US avg
Establishments (County)406
County GDP$749M

Business (County)

Restaurants39
Healthcare40
Retail54
Manufacturing18

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,640
4% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate7.38%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time20.6 min
Work from Home7.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Uniontown is $49,300, 83% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $752 (35% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $131,246.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$49,300
83% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$131,246

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$752
35% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied69.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,640
4% above US avg
Effective Rate7.38%
In Uniontown, 34.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 23.8% report depression. 26.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.8%
8% above US avg
Diabetes8.9%
Heart Disease5.3%
High Blood Pressure30.5%
Asthma11.1%
COPD6.4%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.8%
Physical Inactivity26.4%
Depression23.8%
Mental Distress18.6%
Physical Distress12.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate91.9%
Checkup Rate75.6%
Premature Death11,705/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.2/10
Exercise Access53.1%
Healthcare Facilities40

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Safety Score

Uniontown has an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation is 44.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

32°F Jan (0°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average57.0°F
6% above US avg
January Average32°F (0°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall44.5 inches
17% above US avg
Snowfall8.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation891 ft (272 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.5 km²)
Population Density2,343/sq mi
Coordinates37.8472°N, 94.9757°W
County FIPS20011
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 20.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (39% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 54.2-point margin. 95.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 76.1%
D 22%

Winner: Republican by 54.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+20.7%
39% below US avg
High School+90.7%
School Test Score5.80
C+ Education Grade (2.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density2,343/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access95.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities40
Restaurants39
Retail Stores54

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute20.6 min
Work from Home7.0%

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