Waldo, KS

Kansas

Waldo is a small town in Kansas with a population of 22. Residents earn $40,750 per year, which is 46% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
22 Population 58/sq mi density
$40,750 Median Income $41,382 per capita
53°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$40,750 median income, 0.0% unemployment
C+
Education
2.8 / 5.0
22.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $40,750
46% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 22.7%
33% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population22
Median Age71.6 yrs
Density58/mi²
Male / Female64% / 36%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans22.0%

Economy

B+
Median Income$40,750
Per Capita$41,382
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$184M
Commute12 min

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (12°C)
AQI39 (Good)
Rain28.6 in/yr
Elevation1,720 ft (524 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+22.7%
High School+100.0%
School Score5.80

Community

2024 VoteR 83% / D 15%
Commute12 min
Broadband13.0%
Libraries2

Is Waldo a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Waldo receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Waldo offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Waldo is $40,750, 46% below 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 12 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Education

22.7% 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

Waldo experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 28.6 inches, including 17.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Waldo has a population of 22 with a density of 58 people per square mile. The median age is 71.6 years, 84% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

22
Total Population
58
People / sq mi
71.6yrs
Median Age
84% above US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 63.6%
Female 36.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Waldo vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.1%
22% above US avg
Spanish3.9%
71% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Waldo vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Waldo is $40,750, which is 46% 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 12 minutes.

Income: Waldo vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$40,750
46% below US avg
Per Capita Income$41,382
Avg Weekly Wage$797
IRS Avg AGI$58,684

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)169
County GDP$184M

Business (County)

Restaurants5
Healthcare15
Retail21
Manufacturing4

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time12.2 min
Drive Alone66.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

Waldo has an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 28.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

28°F Jan (-2°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average53.2°F
1% below US avg
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall28.6 inches
25% below US avg
Snowfall17.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,720 ft (524 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (1.0 km²)
Population Density58/sq mi
Coordinates39.1200°N, 98.7983°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS20141
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 22.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (33% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 68.6-point margin. 13.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 83.3%
D 14.7%

Winner: Republican by 68.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+22.7%
33% below US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score5.80
C+ Education Grade (2.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density58/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access13.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities15
Restaurants5
Retail Stores21

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute12.2 min
Drive Alone66.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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