Wabaunsee, KS

Kansas · Metropolitan Area

Wabaunsee is a small town in Kansas with a population of 76. Residents earn $70,385 per year, which is 6% below the national average.

4.2 /5.0
A Great
76 Population 56/sq mi density
$70,385 Median Income $39,382 per capita
$204,200 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
55°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.2 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.4 / 5.0
$70,385 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$204,200 home value
B
Education
3.2 / 5.0
27.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $70,385
6% lower than US avg
Home Value $204,200
28% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 27.5%
18% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.1%
9% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population76
Median Age41.8 yrs
Density56/mi²
Male / Female59% / 41%
Largest GroupWhite 78%
Veterans69.0%

Economy

A
Median Income$70,385
Per Capita$39,382
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$1,591M
Commute21 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$204,200
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity35.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.3%
Heart Disease4.9%

Climate

Avg Temp55°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain34.7 in/yr
Elevation1,018 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+27.5%
High School+100.0%
School Score6.10

Community

2024 VoteR 73% / D 25%
Commute21 min
Broadband44.0%
Libraries5

Is Wabaunsee a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Wabaunsee receives an overall livability score of 4.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Wabaunsee stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Wabaunsee is $70,385, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% 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 Wabaunsee is $204,200, 28% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

27.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Wabaunsee experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 34.7 inches, including 16.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Wabaunsee has a population of 76 with a density of 56 people per square mile. The median age is 41.8 years, 7% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (77.6%).

Population

76
Total Population
56
People / sq mi
41.8yrs
Median Age
7% above US avg
1.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 59.2%
Female 40.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Wabaunsee vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Wabaunsee vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Wabaunsee is $70,385, which is 6% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Income: Wabaunsee vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$70,385
6% below US avg
Per Capita Income$39,382
Avg Weekly Wage$989
IRS Avg AGI$81,037

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)747
County GDP$1,591M

Business (County)

Restaurants50
Healthcare64
Retail86
Manufacturing31

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,316
23% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.11%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.3 min
Drive Alone67.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home32.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Wabaunsee is $204,200, 28% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$204,200
28% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$792
1 Bedroom$820
2 Bedrooms$1,057
3 Bedrooms$1,392
4 Bedrooms$1,411

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied100.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,316
23% above US avg
Effective Rate2.11%
In Wabaunsee, 35.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.3% report depression. 23.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.1%
9% above US avg
Diabetes8.6%
Heart Disease4.9%
High Blood Pressure29.8%
Asthma10.0%
COPD6.0%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.7%
Physical Inactivity23.3%
Depression21.3%
Mental Distress17.0%
Physical Distress11.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Checkup Rate73.4%
Premature Death7,314/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.0/10
Exercise Access45.3%
Healthcare Facilities64

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Safety Score

Wabaunsee has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 34.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

29°F Jan (-2°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average54.5°F
1% above US avg
January Average29°F (-2°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall34.7 inches
9% below US avg
Snowfall16.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,018 ft (310 m)
Area1.4 sq mi (3.5 km²)
Population Density56/sq mi
Coordinates39.1436°N, 96.3423°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS20149
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 27.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (18% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 47.6-point margin. 44.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 72.8%
D 25.2%

Winner: Republican by 47.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+27.5%
18% below US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score6.10
B Education Grade (3.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density56/sq mi
Total Area1.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access44.0%
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities64
Restaurants50
Retail Stores86

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.3 min
Drive Alone67.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home32.2%

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