Wamego, KS
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Wamego, KS
At a Glance
How Wamego Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Wamego's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Wamego a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Wamego residents earn a median household income of $82,756 , which is 10% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $39,230. The unemployment rate stands at 1.6% (56% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 5.6% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 747 business establishments, including 50 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Wamego is $187,700 , 33% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $302,421. Median rent is $1,032/month, with 22.1% 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 1974.
Safety & Crime
Wamego reports 83 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 78% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 887/100K.
Education
37.4% of adults in Wamego hold a bachelor's degree or higher (11% above the national average). 96.7% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.4/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Wamego 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 totals 34.7 inches.