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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
| English Only | 100.0% |
| 27% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $78,750 |
| 5% above US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $32,510 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $972 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $82,735 |
| Unemployment | 6.3% |
| 75% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 2.5% |
| 80% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 339 |
| County GDP | $702M |
| Restaurants | 25 |
| Healthcare | 35 |
| Retail | 35 |
| Manufacturing | 19 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,643 |
| 4% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 7.67% |
| Commute Time | 16.8 min |
| Drive Alone | 84.0% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |
| Census Median | $47,500 |
| 83% below US avg |
| Studio | $702 |
| 1 Bedroom | $753 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $947 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,223 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,397 |
| Owner-Occupied | 92.9% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,643 |
| 4% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 7.67% |
| Annual Average | 53.2°F |
| 1% below US avg | |
| January Average | 26°F (-3°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (26°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 37.9 inches |
| 0% below US avg | |
| Snowfall | 10.7 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 39.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 1,154 ft (352 m) |
| Area | 0.2 sq mi (0.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 250/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 39.7226°N, 95.5058°W |
| Timezone | America/Chicago |
| County FIPS | 20013 |
Winner: Republican by 47.9 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 3.3% |
| 90% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 100.0% |
| School Test Score | 5.80 |
| RUCC Code 8 | Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent |
| Population Density | 250/sq mi |
| Total Area | 0.2 sq mi |
| Broadband Access | 14.0% |
| Public Libraries | 3 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 35 |
| Restaurants | 25 |
| Retail Stores | 35 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 3 |
| Avg Commute | 16.8 min |
| Drive Alone | 84.0% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |