Yoder, KS

Kansas · Metropolitan Area

Yoder is a small town in Kansas with a population of 43. Residents earn $58,889 per year, which is 22% below the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
43 Population 16/sq mi density
$58,889 Median Income $27,765 per capita
$107,400 Home Value
56°F Avg Temperature 323 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.5 / 5.0
$58,889 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$107,400 home value
C
Education
2.5 / 5.0
18.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $58,889
22% lower than US avg
Home Value $107,400
62% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 18.6%
45% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 41.5%
29% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 18.6%
50% higher than US avg

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

People

Population43
Median Age69.8 yrs
Density16/mi²
Male / Female42% / 58%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans43.0%

Economy

B+
Median Income$58,889
Per Capita$27,765
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty18.6%
County GDP$41,525M

Housing

A+
Home Value$107,400
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units27

Health

Obesity41.5%
Uninsured9.6%
Smoking17.9%
Depression23.5%
Heart Disease6.1%

Climate

Avg Temp56°F (13°C)
AQI39 (Good)
Rain28.3 in/yr
Sunny Days323/yr
Elevation1,542 ft (470 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+18.6%
High School+62.8%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.80

Community

2024 VoteR 56% / D 42%
CommuteN/A
Broadband26.0%
Libraries20

Is Yoder a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Yoder receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Yoder offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Yoder is $58,889, 22% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 18.6% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Yoder is $107,400, 62% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

18.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 62.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Yoder enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. With 323 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 28.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Yoder has a population of 43 with a density of 16 people per square mile. The median age is 69.8 years, 79% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

43
Total Population
16
People / sq mi
69.8yrs
Median Age
79% above US avg
2.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 41.9%
Female 58.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Yoder vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Yoder vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Yoder is $58,889, which is 22% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 18.6% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Yoder vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$58,889
22% below US avg
Per Capita Income$27,765
Avg Weekly Wage$1,166
IRS Avg AGI$76,783

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate18.6%
50% above US avg
Establishments (County)14,427
County GDP$41,525M

Business (County)

Restaurants1,236
Healthcare1,737
Retail1,624
Manufacturing494

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,510
57% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate5.13%

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Yoder is $107,400, 62% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$107,400
62% below US avg

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 Units27
Median Year Built1973

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,510
57% above US avg
Effective Rate5.13%
In Yoder, 41.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 9.6% of residents lack health insurance. 17.9% are current smokers. 23.5% report depression. 27.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity41.5%
29% above US avg
Diabetes10.0%
Heart Disease6.1%
High Blood Pressure29.4%
Asthma10.3%
COPD6.7%
Cancer6.9%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking17.9%
28% above US avg
Binge Drinking17.9%
Physical Inactivity27.0%
Depression23.5%
Mental Distress18.0%
Physical Distress12.2%
Short Sleep40.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Uninsured9.6%
12% above US avg
Checkup Rate74.9%
Dental Visits59.9%
Premature Death10,292/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.5/10
Exercise Access84.1%
Healthcare Facilities1,737
Yoder has an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 28.3 inches. The area enjoys 323 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

32°F Jan (-0°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average56.1°F
4% above US avg
January Average32°F (-0°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Sunny Days323 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall28.3 inches
26% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,542 ft (470 m)
Area2.7 sq mi (7.0 km²)
Population Density16/sq mi
Coordinates37.9455°N, 97.8681°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS20173
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 18.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (45% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 13.8-point margin. 26.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 56.1%
D 42.3%

Winner: Republican by 13.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+18.6%
45% below US avg
High School+62.8%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.80
C Education Grade (2.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density16/sq mi
Total Area2.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access26.0%
Public Libraries20
Healthcare Facilities1,737
Restaurants1,236
Retail Stores1,624

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)65

Commute & Transportation

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