Zenda, KS

Kansas

Zenda is a small town in Kansas with a population of 67. Residents earn $41,875 per year, which is 44% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
67 Population 305/sq mi density
$41,875 Median Income $25,961 per capita
$37,500 Home Value
58°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$41,875 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$37,500 home value
F
Education
1.5 / 5.0
5.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $41,875
44% lower than US avg
Home Value $37,500
87% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 5.7%
83% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.6%
20% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.0%
52% lower than US avg

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

People

Population67
Median Age53.8 yrs
Density305/mi²
Male / Female42% / 58%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans59.0%

Economy

B+
Median Income$41,875
Per Capita$25,961
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty6.0%
County GDP$334M
Commute37 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$37,500
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Health

Obesity38.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.6%
Heart Disease5.5%

Climate

Avg Temp58°F (14°C)
AQI39 (Good)
Rain33.1 in/yr
Elevation1,669 ft (509 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+5.7%
High School+90.6%
School Score5.80

Community

2024 VoteR 79% / D 19%
Commute37 min
Broadband36.0%
Libraries4

Is Zenda a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Zenda receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, long commute times, high obesity rates. Zenda offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Zenda is $41,875, 44% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 6.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 37 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Zenda is $37,500, 87% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 0.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

5.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Zenda enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F. Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 33.1 inches, including 11.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Zenda has a population of 67 with a density of 305 people per square mile. The median age is 53.8 years, 38% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

67
Total Population
305
People / sq mi
53.8yrs
Median Age
38% above US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 41.8%
Female 58.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Zenda vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Zenda vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Zenda is $41,875, which is 44% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 6.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 37 minutes.

Income: Zenda vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$41,875
44% below US avg
Per Capita Income$25,961
Avg Weekly Wage$917
IRS Avg AGI$60,761

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate6.0%
52% below US avg
Establishments (County)254
County GDP$334M

Business (County)

Restaurants15
Healthcare21
Retail23
Manufacturing12

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,738
7% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate9.97%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time36.7 min
Drive Alone97.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Zenda is $37,500, 87% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$37,500
87% 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-Occupied83.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,738
7% above US avg
Effective Rate9.97%
In Zenda, 38.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 24.6% report depression. 24.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.6%
20% above US avg
Diabetes8.9%
Heart Disease5.5%
High Blood Pressure30.2%
Asthma11.1%
COPD6.3%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.0%
Physical Inactivity24.7%
Depression24.6%
Mental Distress18.7%
Physical Distress11.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate81.7%
Checkup Rate75.5%
Premature Death27,595/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.7/10
Exercise Access53.4%
Healthcare Facilities21
Zenda has an average annual temperature of 58°F (14°C). Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 33.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

34°F Jan (1°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average57.5°F
6% above US avg
January Average34°F (1°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall33.1 inches
13% below US avg
Snowfall11.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,669 ft (509 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.6 km²)
Population Density305/sq mi
Coordinates37.4441°N, 98.2820°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS20095
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 5.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (83% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 59.9-point margin. 36.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 79%
D 19.1%

Winner: Republican by 59.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+5.7%
83% below US avg
High School+90.6%
School Test Score5.80
F Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density305/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access36.0%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities21
Restaurants15
Retail Stores23

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute36.7 min
Drive Alone97.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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