Victoria, KS

Kansas

Victoria is a small town in Kansas with a population of 994. Residents earn $76,214 per year, which is 1% above the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
994 Population 1,630/sq mi density
$76,214 Median Income $38,537 per capita
$164,000 Home Value $214,166 Zillow
$858 Median Rent 16.1% income on rent
56°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.5 / 5.0
$76,214 median income, 1.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$164,000 home value, $858/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
0 violent crimes/100K (100% below avg)
C+
Education
2.8 / 5.0
23.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $76,214
1% higher than US avg
Home Value $164,000
42% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 0/100K
100% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 23.0%
32% lower than US avg
Median Rent $858
26% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.4%
20% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.5%
58% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.8%
85% lower than US avg

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

People

Population994
Median Age42.8 yrs
Density1,630/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 92%
Veterans6.6%

Economy

A+
Median Income$76,214
Per Capita$38,537
Unemployment1.5%
Poverty1.8%
County GDP$2,050M
Commute16 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$164,000
Rent$858
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$214,166
Rent Burden16.1%

Crime

C+
Violent0/100K
Property161/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault0/100K
Burglary161/100K

Health

Obesity38.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.4%
Heart Disease5.6%

Climate

Avg Temp56°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain24.8 in/yr
Elevation1,932 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+23.0%
High School+96.0%
School Score5.80

Community

2024 VoteR 72% / D 26%
Commute16 min
Broadband97.5%
Libraries3

Is Victoria a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Victoria receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Victoria offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Victoria is $76,214, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.5%. Only 1.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Victoria is $164,000, 42% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $858 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.

Safety & Crime

Victoria is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 161 per 100,000, 92% below the national average.

Education

23.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 96.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Victoria enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 24.8 inches, including 12.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Victoria has a population of 994 with a density of 1,630 people per square mile. The median age is 42.8 years, 10% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (92.3%).

Population

994
Total Population
1,630
People / sq mi
42.8yrs
Median Age
10% above US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.8%
Female 49.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Victoria vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.5%
25% above US avg
Spanish1.5%
89% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Victoria vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Victoria is $76,214, which is 1% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes.

Income: Victoria vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$76,214
1% above US avg
Per Capita Income$38,537
Avg Weekly Wage$905
IRS Avg AGI$70,948

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.5%
58% below US avg
Poverty Rate1.8%
85% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,120
County GDP$2,050M

Business (County)

Restaurants110
Healthcare118
Retail162
Manufacturing28

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,741
35% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.89%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time16.0 min
Drive Alone91.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Victoria is $164,000, 42% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $858 (26% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $214,166.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$164,000
42% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$214,166

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$858
26% below US avg
Rent Burden16.1%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied65.4%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,741
35% above US avg
Effective Rate2.89%
In Victoria, 38.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.4% report depression. 23.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.4%
20% above US avg
Diabetes9.1%
Heart Disease5.6%
High Blood Pressure31.5%
Asthma10.1%
COPD6.4%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking20.2%
Physical Inactivity23.8%
Depression21.4%
Mental Distress17.8%
Physical Distress12.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.3%
Checkup Rate75.4%
Premature Death6,166/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.9/10
Exercise Access85.3%
Healthcare Facilities118
Victoria has a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents, 100% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 161 per 100,000 (92% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault0.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property161.3/100K
92% below US avg
Burglary161.3/100K
Theft0.0/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Safety Score

Safety GradeC+
Safety Score2.5 / 5.0
Victoria has an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation is 24.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

32°F Jan (0°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average55.6°F
3% above US avg
January Average32°F (0°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall24.8 inches
35% below US avg
Snowfall12.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,932 ft (589 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.6 km²)
Population Density1,630/sq mi
Coordinates38.8538°N, 99.1474°W
County FIPS20051
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+. 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 46.1-point margin. 97.5% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 72.1%
D 26%

Winner: Republican by 46.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+23.0%
32% below US avg
High School+96.0%
School Test Score5.80
C+ Education Grade (2.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 5Nonmetro — Urban 20K+
Population Density1,630/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access97.5%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities118
Restaurants110
Retail Stores162

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2
C+ Safety Grade (2.5/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute16.0 min
Drive Alone91.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.0%

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