White City, KS

Kansas

White City is a small town in Kansas with a population of 439. Residents earn $49,545 per year, which is 34% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
439 Population 354/sq mi density
$49,545 Median Income $22,172 per capita
$67,500 Home Value $93,487 Zillow
$848 Median Rent
54°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.9 / 5.0
$49,545 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$67,500 home value, $848/mo rent
F
Education
1.4 / 5.0
4.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $49,545
34% lower than US avg
Home Value $67,500
76% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 4.8%
86% lower than US avg
Median Rent $848
27% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.1%
16% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 7.8%
37% lower than US avg

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

People

Population439
Median Age49.4 yrs
Density354/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 89%

Economy

B+
Median Income$49,545
Per Capita$22,172
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty7.8%
County GDP$234M
Commute24 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$67,500
Rent$848
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$93,487

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity37.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.6%
Heart Disease5.6%

Climate

Avg Temp54°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain34.3 in/yr
Elevation1,469 ft

Education

F
Bachelor's+4.8%
High School+85.6%
School Score5.80

Community

2024 VoteR 72% / D 26%
Commute24 min
Libraries4

Is White City a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in White City is $49,545, 34% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 7.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in White City is $67,500, 76% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $848 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

4.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 85.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

White City experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 34.3 inches, including 13.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

White City has a population of 439 with a density of 354 people per square mile. The median age is 49.4 years, 27% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (89.3%).

Population

439
Total Population
354
People / sq mi
49.4yrs
Median Age
27% above US avg
1.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.3%
Female 51.7%

Race & Ethnicity

White City vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only88.8%
13% above US avg
Spanish11.2%
16% below US avg

Social Characteristics

White City vs U.S. Average

The median household income in White City is $49,545, which is 34% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 7.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: White City vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$49,545
34% below US avg
Per Capita Income$22,172
Avg Weekly Wage$770
IRS Avg AGI$63,992

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate7.8%
37% below US avg
Establishments (County)168
County GDP$234M

Business (County)

Restaurants13
Healthcare16
Retail23
Manufacturing7

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,883
11% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate5.75%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.3 min
Work from Home6.7%

Walkability

The median home value in White City is $67,500, 76% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $848 (27% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $93,487.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$67,500
76% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$93,487

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$848
27% 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-Occupied75.4%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,883
11% above US avg
Effective Rate5.75%
In White City, 37.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.6% report depression. 27.0% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: White City vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.1%
16% above US avg
Diabetes9.5%
Heart Disease5.6%
High Blood Pressure31.6%
Asthma10.5%
COPD6.7%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.2%
Physical Inactivity27.0%
Depression22.6%
Mental Distress18.4%
Physical Distress12.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate84.3%
Checkup Rate74.4%
Premature Death9,706/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.6/10
Exercise Access53.5%
Healthcare Facilities16

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

White City has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 34.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

28°F Jan (-2°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average54.0°F
0% below US avg
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall34.3 inches
10% below US avg
Snowfall13.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,469 ft (448 m)
Area1.2 sq mi (3.2 km²)
Population Density354/sq mi
Coordinates38.7933°N, 96.7350°W
County FIPS20127
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 4.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (86% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 46.6-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 72.4%
D 25.8%

Winner: Republican by 46.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+4.8%
86% below US avg
High School+85.6%
School Test Score5.80
F Education Grade (1.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density354/sq mi
Total Area1.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities16
Restaurants13
Retail Stores23

Safety & Disasters

FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.3 min
Work from Home6.7%

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