Kansas
Walnut is a small town in Kansas with a population of 230. Residents earn $53,661 per year, which is 29% below the national average.
Based on current data, Walnut receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Walnut offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in Walnut is $53,661, 29% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.3%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 24.5% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.
The median home value in Walnut is $25,800, 91% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $438 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 0.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
4.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.
Walnut enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 44.7 inches, including 9.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.
| English Only | 100.0% |
| 27% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $53,661 |
| 29% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $26,088 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $891 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $55,526 |
| Unemployment | 3.3% |
| 8% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 24.5% |
| 98% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 492 |
| County GDP | $788M |
| Restaurants | 35 |
| Healthcare | 46 |
| Retail | 66 |
| Manufacturing | 28 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,442 |
| 2% below US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 13.34% |
| Commute Time | 26.6 min |
| Drive Alone | 36.9% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 5.0% |
| Census Median | $25,800 |
| 91% below US avg |
| Census Median Rent | $438 |
| 62% below US avg | |
| Rent Burden | 28.8% |
| Studio | $702 |
| 1 Bedroom | $753 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $947 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,223 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,397 |
| Owner-Occupied | 88.6% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,442 |
| 2% below US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 13.34% |
| Obesity | 38.2% |
| 19% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 10.2% |
| Heart Disease | 6.4% |
| High Blood Pressure | 34.1% |
| Asthma | 10.8% |
| COPD | 7.7% |
| Stroke | 3.2% |
| Binge Drinking | 17.5% |
| Physical Inactivity | 27.4% |
| Depression | 23.9% |
| Mental Distress | 19.3% |
| Physical Distress | 14.1% |
| Insurance Rate | 78.1% |
| Checkup Rate | 74.6% |
| Premature Death | 10,635/100K |
| Food Environment | 7.6/10 |
| Exercise Access | 70.8% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 46 |
| Annual Average | 55.9°F |
| 4% above US avg | |
| January Average | 32°F (-0°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 44.7 inches |
| 18% above US avg | |
| Snowfall | 9.7 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 39.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 935 ft (285 m) |
| Area | 1.5 sq mi (3.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 156/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 37.6036°N, 95.0741°W |
| County FIPS | 20133 |
Winner: Republican by 48.1 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 4.4% |
| 87% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 87.4% |
| School Test Score | 5.80 |
| RUCC Code 7 | Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K |
| Population Density | 156/sq mi |
| Total Area | 1.5 sq mi |
| Broadband Access | 79.0% |
| Public Libraries | 4 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 46 |
| Restaurants | 35 |
| Retail Stores | 66 |
| Avg Commute | 26.6 min |
| Drive Alone | 36.9% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 5.0% |