Willis, KS

Kansas

Willis is a small town in Kansas with a population of 40. Residents earn $78,750 per year, which is 5% above the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
40 Population 250/sq mi density
$78,750 Median Income $32,510 per capita
$47,500 Home Value
53°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
$78,750 median income, 6.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$47,500 home value
F
Education
1.3 / 5.0
3.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $78,750
5% higher than US avg
Home Value $47,500
83% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 3.3%
90% lower than US avg
Unemployment 6.3%
75% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.5%
80% lower than US avg

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

People

Population40
Median Age60.5 yrs
Density250/mi²
Male / Female68% / 33%
Largest GroupWhite 65%
Veterans32.0%

Economy

B+
Median Income$78,750
Per Capita$32,510
Unemployment6.3%
Poverty2.5%
County GDP$702M
Commute17 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$47,500
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (12°C)
AQI39 (Good)
Rain37.9 in/yr
Elevation1,154 ft (352 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+3.3%
High School+100.0%
School Score5.80

Community

2024 VoteR 73% / D 25%
Commute17 min
Broadband14.0%
Libraries3

Is Willis a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Willis is $78,750, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 6.3% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 2.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Willis is $47,500, 83% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 0.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

3.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Willis experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 37.9 inches, including 10.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Willis has a population of 40 with a density of 250 people per square mile. The median age is 60.5 years, 56% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (65%), with 35% Hispanic.

Population

40
Total Population
250
People / sq mi
60.5yrs
Median Age
56% above US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 67.5%
Female 32.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Willis vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Willis vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Willis is $78,750, which is 5% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 6.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 2.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes.

Income: Willis vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$78,750
5% above US avg
Per Capita Income$32,510
Avg Weekly Wage$972
IRS Avg AGI$82,735

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.3%
75% above US avg
Poverty Rate2.5%
80% below US avg
Establishments (County)339
County GDP$702M

Business (County)

Restaurants25
Healthcare35
Retail35
Manufacturing19

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,643
4% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate7.67%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time16.8 min
Drive Alone84.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Willis is $47,500, 83% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$47,500
83% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied92.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,643
4% above US avg
Effective Rate7.67%
Willis has an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 37.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-3°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average53.2°F
1% below US avg
January Average26°F (-3°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall37.9 inches
0% below US avg
Snowfall10.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,154 ft (352 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.4 km²)
Population Density250/sq mi
Coordinates39.7226°N, 95.5058°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS20013
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 3.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (90% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 47.9-point margin. 14.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 73%
D 25%

Winner: Republican by 47.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+3.3%
90% below US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score5.80
F Education Grade (1.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density250/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access14.0%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities35
Restaurants25
Retail Stores35

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute16.8 min
Drive Alone84.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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