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Valley Falls, KS
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Valley Falls, KS
At a Glance
How Valley Falls Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Valley Falls's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Valley Falls a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Valley Falls residents earn a median household income of $43,333 , which is 42% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $30,951. The unemployment rate stands at 1.2% (67% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 6.0% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 416 business establishments, including 20 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Valley Falls is $118,200 , 58% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $249,179. Median rent is $734/month, with 32.4% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 90.1 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1960.
Safety & Crime
Valley Falls reports 117 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 69% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 2,345/100K.
Education
20.3% of adults in Valley Falls hold a bachelor's degree or higher (40% below the national average). 93.7% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.0/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Valley Falls has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. The area gets 302 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 37.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.