Viola, KS

Kansas · Metropolitan Area

Viola is a small town in Kansas with a population of 200. Residents earn $183,145 per year, which is 144% above the national average.

4.8 /5.0
A+ Excellent
200 Population 1,250/sq mi density
$183,145 Median Income $53,694 per capita
$159,200 Home Value $380,324 Zillow
N/A Median Rent
57°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.8 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$183,145 median income, 1.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$159,200 home value
A
Education
4.4 / 5.0
42.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $183,145
144% higher than US avg
Home Value $159,200
44% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 42.2%
25% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.9%
12% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.0%
72% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.5%
96% lower than US avg

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

People

Population200
Median Age46.0 yrs
Density1,250/mi²
Male / Female23% / 78%
Largest GroupWhite 65%
Veterans4.7%

Economy

A+
Median Income$183,145
Per Capita$53,694
Unemployment1.0%
Poverty0.5%
County GDP$41,525M
Commute23 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$159,200
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$380,324

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity35.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.7%
Heart Disease4.6%

Climate

Avg Temp57°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain33.1 in/yr
Elevation1,340 ft

Education

A
Bachelor's+42.2%
High School+94.7%
School Score5.80

Community

2024 VoteR 56% / D 42%
Commute23 min
Broadband96.1%
Libraries20

Is Viola a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Viola receives an overall livability score of 4.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, affordable housing. Viola stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Viola is $183,145, which is significantly higher than the national average — 144% above $75,149. This places Viola among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.0%. Only 0.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Viola is $159,200, 44% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 0.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 42.2% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 94.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Viola enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F. Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 33.1 inches, including 6.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Viola has a population of 200 with a density of 1,250 people per square mile. The median age is 46.0 years, 18% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (64.5%), with 32% Hispanic.

Population

200
Total Population
1,250
People / sq mi
46.0yrs
Median Age
18% above US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 22.5%
Female 77.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Viola vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Viola vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Viola is $183,145, which is 144% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Income: Viola vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$183,145
144% above US avg
Per Capita Income$53,694
Avg Weekly Wage$1,166
IRS Avg AGI$76,783

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.0%
72% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.5%
96% below US avg
Establishments (County)14,427
County GDP$41,525M

Business (County)

Restaurants1,236
Healthcare1,737
Retail1,624
Manufacturing494

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,510
57% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.46%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.1 min
Drive Alone97.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Viola is $159,200, 44% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $380,324.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$159,200
44% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$380,324

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied95.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,510
57% above US avg
Effective Rate3.46%
In Viola, 35.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 24.7% report depression. 21.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.9%
12% above US avg
Diabetes8.2%
Heart Disease4.6%
High Blood Pressure27.8%
Asthma10.2%
COPD5.6%
Stroke2.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.2%
Physical Inactivity21.3%
Depression24.7%
Mental Distress18.0%
Physical Distress11.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.0%
Checkup Rate68.2%
Premature Death10,292/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.5/10
Exercise Access84.1%
Healthcare Facilities1,737

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)65

Safety Score

Viola has an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 33.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

33°F Jan (0°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average56.8°F
5% above US avg
January Average33°F (0°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall33.1 inches
13% below US avg
Snowfall6.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,340 ft (408 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.4 km²)
Population Density1,250/sq mi
Coordinates37.4829°N, 97.6444°W
County FIPS20173
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 42.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (25% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 13.8-point margin. 96.1% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 56.1%
D 42.3%

Winner: Republican by 13.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+42.2%
25% above US avg
High School+94.7%
School Test Score5.80
A Education Grade (4.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density1,250/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access96.1%
Public Libraries20
Healthcare Facilities1,737
Restaurants1,236
Retail Stores1,624

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)65

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.1 min
Drive Alone97.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.9%

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