Walnut, KS
Full City Profile · Kansas · Neosho County County
Walnut, KS
At a Glance
How Walnut Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Walnut's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Walnut a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Walnut residents earn a median household income of $53,661 , which is 29% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $26,088. The unemployment rate stands at 4.1% (14% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 24.5% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 492 business establishments, including 35 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Walnut is $25,800 , 91% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $130,239. Median rent is $438/month, with 28.8% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 90.1 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1963.
Education
4.4% of adults in Walnut hold a bachelor's degree or higher (87% below the national average). 87.4% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.6/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Walnut has an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 45.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.