Wright, KS

Kansas

Wright is a small town in Kansas with a population of 44. Residents earn $30,455 per year, which is 59% below the national average.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
44 Population 21/sq mi density
$30,455 Median Income $22,764 per capita
$217,900 Home Value $247,854 Zillow
56°F Avg Temperature 323 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$30,455 median income, 0.0% unemployment
C+
Affordability
2.6 / 5.0
$217,900 home value
B
Education
3.0 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $30,455
59% lower than US avg
Home Value $217,900
23% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 33.9%
6% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population44
Median Age65.5 yrs
Density21/mi²
Male / Female68% / 32%
Largest GroupWhite 50%
Veterans44.0%

Economy

B+
Median Income$30,455
Per Capita$22,764
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$3,215M
Commute105 min

Housing

C+
Home Value$217,900
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$247,854
Housing Units75

Health

Obesity33.9%
Uninsured8.1%
Smoking13.6%
Depression21.1%
Heart Disease5.2%

Climate

Avg Temp56°F (13°C)
AQI39 (Good)
Rain22.0 in/yr
Sunny Days323/yr
Elevation2,530 ft (771 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+50.0%
Graduate+10.7%
School Score5.80

Community

2024 VoteR 68% / D 30%
Commute105 min
Broadband36.0%
Libraries3

Is Wright a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Wright receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, long commute times. Wright offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Wright is $30,455, 59% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 105 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Wright is $217,900, 23% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. With a home price-to-income ratio of 7.2x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 50.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Wright enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. With 323 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 22.0 inches, including 19.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Wright has a population of 44 with a density of 21 people per square mile. The median age is 65.5 years, 68% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (50%), with 50% Hispanic.

Population

44
Total Population
21
People / sq mi
65.5yrs
Median Age
68% above US avg
2.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 68.2%
Female 31.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Wright vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Wright vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Wright is $30,455, which is 59% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 105 minutes.

Income: Wright vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$30,455
59% below US avg
Per Capita Income$22,764
Avg Weekly Wage$1,015
IRS Avg AGI$65,440

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)858
County GDP$3,215M

Business (County)

Restaurants89
Healthcare91
Retail117
Manufacturing25

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,668
33% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.14%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time105.0 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Wright is $217,900, 23% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $247,854.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$217,900
23% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$247,854

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-Occupied100.0%
Housing Units75
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,668
33% above US avg
Effective Rate2.14%
In Wright, 33.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.1% of residents lack health insurance. 13.6% are current smokers. 21.1% report depression. 21.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity33.9%
6% above US avg
Diabetes8.3%
Heart Disease5.2%
High Blood Pressure29.7%
Asthma10.1%
COPD5.5%
Cancer7.3%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking13.6%
3% below US avg
Binge Drinking19.5%
Physical Inactivity21.6%
Depression21.1%
Mental Distress16.8%
Physical Distress11.0%
Short Sleep36.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Uninsured8.1%
6% below US avg
Checkup Rate73.1%
Dental Visits65.1%
Premature Death8,381/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.9/10
Exercise Access82.8%
Healthcare Facilities91
Wright has an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation is 22.0 inches. The area enjoys 323 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

33°F Jan (1°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average56.0°F
4% above US avg
January Average33°F (1°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Sunny Days323 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall22.0 inches
42% below US avg
Snowfall19.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation2,530 ft (771 m)
Area2.1 sq mi (5.3 km²)
Population Density21/sq mi
Coordinates37.7753°N, 99.8905°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS20057
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 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 38.4-point margin. 36.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 68.3%
D 29.9%

Winner: Republican by 38.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+50.0%
Graduate Degree+10.7%
School Test Score5.80
B Education Grade (3.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 5Nonmetro — Urban 20K+
Population Density21/sq mi
Total Area2.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access36.0%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities91
Restaurants89
Retail Stores117

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5
FEMA Disaster Declarations182

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute105.0 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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