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Woodbine, KS

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Woodbine is a small town in Kansas with a population of 127. Residents earn $51,250 per year, which is 32% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
127 Population 794/sq mi density
$51,250 Median Income $31,570 per capita
$116,100 Home Value
$734 Median Rent 18.3% income on rent
54°F Avg Temperature 302 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$51,250 median income, 3.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$116,100 home value, $734/mo rent
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
11.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $51,250
32% lower than US avg
Home Value $116,100
59% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 11.8%
65% lower than US avg
Median Rent $734
37% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 42.6%
33% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.9%
8% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 7.9%
37% lower than US avg

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

People

Population127
Median Age44.5 yrs
Density794/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 98%
Veterans96.0%

Economy

B+
Median Income$51,250
Per Capita$31,570
Unemployment3.9%
Poverty7.9%
County GDP$234M
Commute33 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$116,100
Rent$734
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units63
Rent Burden18.3%

Health

Obesity42.6%
Uninsured11.6%
Smoking18.2%
Depression22.3%
Heart Disease6.5%

Climate

Avg Temp54°F (12°C)
AQI39 (Good)
Rain34.3 in/yr
Sunny Days302/yr
Elevation1,252 ft (382 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+11.8%
High School+100.0%
Graduate+4.2%
School Score5.80

Community

2024 VoteR 72% / D 26%
Commute33 min
Broadband60.0%
Libraries4

Is Woodbine a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Woodbine receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Woodbine offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Woodbine is $51,250, 32% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.9%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 7.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Woodbine is $116,100, 59% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $734 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

11.8% 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

Woodbine experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. With 302 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 34.3 inches, including 13.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Woodbine has a population of 127 with a density of 794 people per square mile. The median age is 44.5 years, 14% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97.6%).

Population

127
Total Population
794
People / sq mi
44.5yrs
Median Age
14% above US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52%
Female 48%

Race & Ethnicity

Woodbine vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.5%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.5%
81% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Woodbine vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Woodbine is $51,250, which is 32% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 7.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Income: Woodbine vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$51,250
32% below US avg
Per Capita Income$31,570
Avg Weekly Wage$770
IRS Avg AGI$63,992

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.9%
8% above US avg
Poverty Rate7.9%
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 Rate3.34%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time33.4 min
Drive Alone96.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Woodbine is $116,100, 59% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $734 (37% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$116,100
59% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$734
37% below US avg
Rent Burden18.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied58.3%
Housing Units63
Median Year Built1941

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,883
11% above US avg
Effective Rate3.34%
In Woodbine, 42.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 11.6% of residents lack health insurance. 18.2% are current smokers. 22.3% report depression. 30.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity42.6%
33% above US avg
Diabetes11.1%
Heart Disease6.5%
High Blood Pressure34.0%
Asthma10.5%
COPD7.7%
Cancer7.3%
Stroke3.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking18.2%
30% above US avg
Binge Drinking17.6%
Physical Inactivity30.5%
Depression22.3%
Mental Distress18.9%
Physical Distress14.0%
Short Sleep35.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate85.5%
Uninsured11.6%
35% above US avg
Checkup Rate74.1%
Dental Visits61.6%
Premature Death9,706/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.6/10
Exercise Access53.5%
Healthcare Facilities16
Woodbine 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. The area enjoys 302 sunny days per year. 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)
Sunny Days302 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

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

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,252 ft (382 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.4 km²)
Population Density794/sq mi
Coordinates38.7956°N, 96.9593°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS20127
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 11.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (65% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 46.6-point margin. 60.0% 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+11.8%
65% below US avg
High School+100.0%
Graduate Degree+4.2%
School Test Score5.80
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density794/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access60.0%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities16
Restaurants13
Retail Stores23

Safety & Disasters

FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute33.4 min
Drive Alone96.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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