Wetmore, KS
Full City Profile · Kansas · Jackson County County
Wetmore, KS
At a Glance
How Wetmore Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Wetmore's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Wetmore a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Wetmore residents earn a median household income of $65,000 , which is 14% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $28,123. The unemployment rate stands at 0.0% (100% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 2.9% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 324 business establishments, including 20 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Wetmore is $85,000 , 70% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $173,233. Median rent is $542/month, with 9.0% 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 1954.
Education
18.5% of adults in Wetmore hold a bachelor's degree or higher (45% below the national average). 94.4% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.4/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Wetmore has an average annual temperature of 53°F (11°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 35.6 inches.