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West Mineral, KS

Kansas · Metropolitan Area

West Mineral is a small town in Kansas with a population of 155. Residents earn $40,417 per year, which is 46% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
155 Population 456/sq mi density
$40,417 Median Income $21,504 per capita
$36,800 Home Value
$1,300 Median Rent 23.8% income on rent
57°F Avg Temperature 305 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.7 / 5.0
$40,417 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$36,800 home value, $1,300/mo rent
F
Education
1.4 / 5.0
4.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $40,417
46% lower than US avg
Home Value $36,800
87% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 4.5%
87% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,300
12% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.7%
27% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.4%
48% lower than US avg

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

People

Population155
Median Age46.1 yrs
Density456/mi²
Male / Female63% / 37%
Largest GroupWhite 73%
Veterans9.4%

Economy

B+
Median Income$40,417
Per Capita$21,504
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty6.4%
County GDP$1,092M
Commute18 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$36,800
Rent$1,300
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units83
Rent Burden23.8%

Health

Obesity40.7%
Uninsured9.3%
Smoking17.0%
Depression22.9%
Heart Disease5.7%

Climate

Avg Temp57°F (14°C)
AQI39 (Good)
Rain46.0 in/yr
Sunny Days305/yr
Elevation907 ft (276 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+4.5%
High School+88.2%
Graduate+5.4%
School Score5.80

Community

2024 VoteR 76% / D 23%
Commute18 min
Broadband63.0%
Libraries4

Is West Mineral a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, West Mineral receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. West Mineral offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in West Mineral is $40,417, 46% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 6.4% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in West Mineral is $36,800, 87% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,300 per month. At just 0.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

4.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

West Mineral enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F. Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. With 305 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 46.0 inches, including 7.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

West Mineral has a population of 155 with a density of 456 people per square mile. The median age is 46.1 years, 19% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (72.9%), with 5.2% Hispanic.

Population

155
Total Population
456
People / sq mi
46.1yrs
Median Age
19% above US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 62.6%
Female 37.4%

Race & Ethnicity

West Mineral vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

West Mineral vs U.S. Average

The median household income in West Mineral is $40,417, which is 46% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 6.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes.

Income: West Mineral vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$40,417
46% below US avg
Per Capita Income$21,504
Avg Weekly Wage$1,090
IRS Avg AGI$56,821

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate6.4%
48% below 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
Cost of Living90.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate6.48%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time18.2 min
Drive Alone75.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home9.8%

Walkability

The median home value in West Mineral is $36,800, 87% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,300 (12% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$36,800
87% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,300
12% above US avg
Rent Burden23.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied74.6%
Housing Units83
Median Year Built1955

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,385
32% below US avg
Effective Rate6.48%
In West Mineral, 40.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 9.3% of residents lack health insurance. 17.0% are current smokers. 22.9% report depression. 25.5% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: West Mineral vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.7%
27% above US avg
Diabetes9.2%
Heart Disease5.7%
High Blood Pressure30.4%
Asthma10.6%
COPD6.8%
Cancer7.1%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking17.0%
21% above US avg
Binge Drinking18.2%
Physical Inactivity25.5%
Depression22.9%
Mental Distress18.2%
Physical Distress12.9%
Short Sleep36.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.9%
Uninsured9.3%
8% above US avg
Checkup Rate73.9%
Dental Visits60.0%
Premature Death12,090/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.3/10
Exercise Access48.0%
Healthcare Facilities35
West Mineral has an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation is 46.0 inches. The area enjoys 305 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

33°F Jan (1°C) 80°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average57.3°F
6% above US avg
January Average33°F (1°C)
July Average80°F (26°C)
Sunny Days305 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall46.0 inches
21% above US avg
Snowfall7.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation907 ft (276 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.9 km²)
Population Density456/sq mi
Coordinates37.2839°N, 94.9268°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS20021
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 4.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (87% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 52.9-point margin. 63.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 75.5%
D 22.6%

Winner: Republican by 52.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+4.5%
87% below US avg
High School+88.2%
Graduate Degree+5.4%
School Test Score5.80
F Education Grade (1.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density456/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access63.0%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities35
Restaurants33
Retail Stores55

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute18.2 min
Drive Alone75.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home9.8%

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