Wilsey, KS

Kansas

Wilsey is a small town in Kansas with a population of 192. Residents earn $58,333 per year, which is 22% below the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
192 Population 711/sq mi density
$58,333 Median Income $38,702 per capita
$75,000 Home Value $124,456 Zillow
N/A Median Rent
56°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.9 / 5.0
$58,333 median income, 3.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$75,000 home value
C+
Education
2.6 / 5.0
19.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $58,333
22% lower than US avg
Home Value $75,000
73% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 19.7%
42% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.1%
16% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.8%
6% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.5%
88% lower than US avg

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

People

Population192
Median Age46.3 yrs
Density711/mi²
Male / Female57% / 43%
Largest GroupWhite 85%
Veterans8.6%

Economy

B+
Median Income$58,333
Per Capita$38,702
Unemployment3.8%
Poverty1.5%
County GDP$234M
Commute28 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$75,000
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$124,456

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity37.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.8%
Heart Disease5.9%

Climate

Avg Temp56°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain35.0 in/yr
Elevation1,511 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+19.7%
High School+95.1%
School Score5.80

Community

2024 VoteR 72% / D 26%
Commute28 min
Broadband90.0%
Libraries4

Is Wilsey a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Wilsey receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Wilsey offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Wilsey is $58,333, 22% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.8%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 1.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Wilsey is $75,000, 73% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

19.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Wilsey enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 35.0 inches, including 12.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Wilsey has a population of 192 with a density of 711 people per square mile. The median age is 46.3 years, 19% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (84.9%), with 9.9% Hispanic.

Population

192
Total Population
711
People / sq mi
46.3yrs
Median Age
19% above US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 56.8%
Female 43.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Wilsey vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Wilsey vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Wilsey is $58,333, which is 22% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 1.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Income: Wilsey vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$58,333
22% below US avg
Per Capita Income$38,702
Avg Weekly Wage$770
IRS Avg AGI$63,992

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.8%
6% above US avg
Poverty Rate1.5%
88% 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 Rate5.18%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.5 min
Drive Alone84.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Wilsey is $75,000, 73% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $124,456.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$75,000
73% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$124,456

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-Occupied96.7%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,883
11% above US avg
Effective Rate5.18%
In Wilsey, 37.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.8% report depression. 26.7% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Wilsey vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

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

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.3%
Physical Inactivity26.7%
Depression22.8%
Mental Distress18.5%
Physical Distress12.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate91.4%
Checkup Rate74.4%
Premature Death9,706/100K

Food & Exercise

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

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Wilsey has an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation is 35.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average55.5°F
3% above US avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall35.0 inches
8% below US avg
Snowfall12.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,511 ft (461 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.7 km²)
Population Density711/sq mi
Coordinates38.6357°N, 96.6765°W
County FIPS20127
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 19.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (42% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 46.6-point margin. 90.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 72.4%
D 25.8%

Winner: Republican by 46.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+19.7%
42% below US avg
High School+95.1%
School Test Score5.80
C+ Education Grade (2.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density711/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access90.0%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities16
Restaurants13
Retail Stores23

Safety & Disasters

FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.5 min
Drive Alone84.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Nearby Cities

Compare Wilsey with another city: