Home Value
$225,000
20% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
31.9%
5% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
34.1%
6% higher than US avg
Unemployment
9.7%
169% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
How Wakarusa Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population207
Median Age65.8 yrs
Density42/mi²
Male / Female71% / 30%
Largest GroupWhite 95%
Economy
Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$52,441
Unemployment9.7%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$417M
Housing
Home Value$225,000
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$301,288
Health
Obesity34.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.3%
Heart Disease4.4%
Climate
Avg Temp55°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain36.7 in/yr
Elevation1,008 ft
Education
B+
Bachelor's+31.9%
High School+100.0%
School Score5.80
Community
2024 VoteR 73% / D 25%
CommuteN/A
Libraries5
Is Wakarusa a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Wakarusa receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Wakarusa offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
At 9.7%, unemployment is notably high. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Wakarusa is $225,000, 20% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership.
Education
31.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.
Climate & Weather
Wakarusa experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 36.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.
Wakarusa has a population of 207 with a density of 42 people per square mile. The median age is 65.8 years, 69% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95.2%).
Population
65.8yrs
Median Age
69% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 94.0% |
| 20% above US avg |
| Spanish | 6.0% |
| 55% below US avg |
The median household income in Wakarusa is N/A. The unemployment rate is 9.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line.
Income
| |
| Per Capita Income | $52,441 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $746 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $62,496 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 9.7% |
| 169% above US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 370 |
| County GDP | $417M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 27 |
| Healthcare | 27 |
| Retail | 43 |
| Manufacturing | 7 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,914 |
| 12% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.74% |
The median home value in Wakarusa is $225,000, 20% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $301,288.
Home Values
| Census Median | $225,000 |
| 20% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $301,288 |
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
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,914 |
| 12% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 1.74% |
In Wakarusa, 34.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 24.3% report depression. 18.1% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Wakarusa vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 34.1% |
| 6% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 7.8% |
| Heart Disease | 4.4% |
| High Blood Pressure | 29.9% |
| Asthma | 10.4% |
| COPD | 4.5% |
| Stroke | 2.2% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 18.4% |
| Physical Inactivity | 18.1% |
| Depression | 24.3% |
| Mental Distress | 15.6% |
| Physical Distress | 9.8% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 83.1% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 77.3% |
| Premature Death | 10,634/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.1/10 |
| Exercise Access | 42.8% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 27 |
Crime Rates: Wakarusa vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 6 |
| FEMA Disasters | 91 |
Safety Score
Wakarusa has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation is 36.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.
Temperature
30°F Jan (-1°C)
80°F Jul (26°C)
| Annual Average | 55.4°F |
| 3% above US avg |
| January Average | 30°F (-1°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (26°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 36.7 inches |
| 4% below US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 39.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,008 ft (307 m) |
| Area | 5.0 sq mi (12.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 42/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 38.8938°N, 95.7049°W |
| County FIPS | 20139 |