Windom, KS

Kansas

Windom is a small town in Kansas with a population of 52. Residents earn $42,083 per year, which is 44% below the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
52 Population 260/sq mi density
$42,083 Median Income $24,588 per capita
56°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$42,083 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Education
4.7 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $42,083
44% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.0%
6% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 15.8%
27% higher than US avg

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

People

Population52
Median Age46.4 yrs
Density260/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans46.0%

Economy

B
Median Income$42,083
Per Capita$24,588
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty15.8%
County GDP$2,636M
Commute22 min

Health

Obesity34.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression19.4%
Heart Disease5.5%

Climate

Avg Temp56°F (13°C)
AQI39 (Good)
Rain33.6 in/yr
Elevation1,649 ft (503 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+92.5%
School Score5.80

Community

2024 VoteR 70% / D 29%
Commute22 min
Broadband29.0%
Libraries6

Is Windom a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Windom receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Windom stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Windom is $42,083, 44% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 15.8% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Windom enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 33.6 inches, including 14.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Windom has a population of 52 with a density of 260 people per square mile. The median age is 46.4 years, 19% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

52
Total Population
260
People / sq mi
46.4yrs
Median Age
19% above US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.2%
Female 53.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Windom vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only87.9%
12% above US avg
Spanish12.1%
10% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Windom vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Windom is $42,083, which is 44% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 15.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Income: Windom vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$42,083
44% below US avg
Per Capita Income$24,588
Avg Weekly Wage$1,135
IRS Avg AGI$75,497

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate15.8%
27% above US avg
Establishments (County)974
County GDP$2,636M

Business (County)

Restaurants75
Healthcare93
Retail109
Manufacturing55

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,206
20% above US avg

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.6 min
Drive Alone66.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home9.5%

Walkability

In Windom, 34.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 19.4% report depression. 22.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.0%
6% above US avg
Diabetes8.5%
Heart Disease5.5%
High Blood Pressure29.4%
Asthma9.1%
COPD5.7%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.2%
Physical Inactivity22.7%
Depression19.4%
Mental Distress14.9%
Physical Distress11.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.2%
Checkup Rate67.4%
Premature Death6,868/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.1/10
Exercise Access67.6%
Healthcare Facilities93
Windom has an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 33.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

31°F Jan (-1°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average55.7°F
3% above US avg
January Average31°F (-1°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall33.6 inches
12% below US avg
Snowfall14.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,649 ft (503 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.5 km²)
Population Density260/sq mi
Coordinates38.3841°N, 97.9102°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS20113
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (100% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 41.1-point margin. 29.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 69.6%
D 28.5%

Winner: Republican by 41.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+92.5%
School Test Score5.80
A+ Education Grade (4.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density260/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access29.0%
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities93
Restaurants75
Retail Stores109

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.6 min
Drive Alone66.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home9.5%

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