Weir, KS

Kansas · Metropolitan Area

Weir is a small town in Kansas with a population of 910. Residents earn $51,625 per year, which is 31% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
910 Population 798/sq mi density
$51,625 Median Income $14,042 per capita
$55,400 Home Value $120,127 Zillow
$638 Median Rent
58°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$51,625 median income, 2.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$55,400 home value, $638/mo rent
C
Education
2.1 / 5.0
13.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $51,625
31% lower than US avg
Home Value $55,400
80% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 13.5%
60% lower than US avg
Median Rent $638
45% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 44.2%
38% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.1%
42% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 20.0%
61% higher than US avg

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

People

Population910
Median Age14.4 yrs
Density798/mi²
Male / Female73% / 27%
Largest GroupWhite 92%

Economy

B
Median Income$51,625
Per Capita$14,042
Unemployment2.1%
Poverty20.0%
County GDP$1,092M
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$55,400
Rent$638
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$120,127

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity44.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.5%
Heart Disease6.9%

Climate

Avg Temp58°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain47.9 in/yr
Elevation918 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+13.5%
High School+86.2%
School Score5.80

Community

2024 VoteR 76% / D 23%
Commute25 min
Libraries4

Is Weir a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Weir receives an overall livability score of 3.5 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, high obesity rates. Weir offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Weir is $51,625, 31% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.1%. The poverty rate of 20.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Weir is $55,400, 80% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $638 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

13.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Weir enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F. Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 47.9 inches, including 9.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Weir has a population of 910 with a density of 798 people per square mile. The median age is 14.4 years, 63% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (91.9%), with 6.5% Hispanic.

Population

910
Total Population
798
People / sq mi
14.4yrs
Median Age
63% below US avg
1.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 72.6%
Female 27.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Weir vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Weir vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Weir is $51,625, which is 31% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 20.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: Weir vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$51,625
31% below US avg
Per Capita Income$14,042
Avg Weekly Wage$1,090
IRS Avg AGI$56,821

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.1%
42% below US avg
Poverty Rate20.0%
61% above US avg
Establishments (County)416
County GDP$1,092M

Business (County)

Restaurants33
Healthcare35
Retail55
Manufacturing25

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,385
32% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.31%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.0 min
Work from Home4.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Weir is $55,400, 80% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $638 (45% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $120,127.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$55,400
80% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$120,127

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$638
45% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$702
1 Bedroom$753
2 Bedrooms$947
3 Bedrooms$1,223
4 Bedrooms$1,397

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied69.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,385
32% below US avg
Effective Rate4.31%
In Weir, 44.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 24.5% report depression. 28.8% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Weir vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity44.2%
38% above US avg
Diabetes11.0%
Heart Disease6.9%
High Blood Pressure33.6%
Asthma11.2%
COPD8.4%
Stroke3.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.8%
Physical Inactivity28.8%
Depression24.5%
Mental Distress19.7%
Physical Distress14.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate86.3%
Checkup Rate74.6%
Premature Death12,090/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.3/10
Exercise Access48.0%
Healthcare Facilities35

Crime Rates: Weir vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Safety Score

Weir has an average annual temperature of 58°F (14°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation is 47.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

33°F Jan (1°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average57.5°F
6% above US avg
January Average33°F (1°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall47.9 inches
26% above US avg
Snowfall9.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation918 ft (280 m)
Area1.1 sq mi (3.0 km²)
Population Density798/sq mi
Coordinates37.3096°N, 94.7745°W
County FIPS20021
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 13.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (60% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 52.9-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 75.5%
D 22.6%

Winner: Republican by 52.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+13.5%
60% below US avg
High School+86.2%
School Test Score5.80
C Education Grade (2.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density798/sq mi
Total Area1.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities35
Restaurants33
Retail Stores55

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.0 min
Work from Home4.5%

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