| ZIP Code | 67561 |
|---|---|
| City | Nickerson |
| State | Kansas (KS) |
| County | Reno County |
| Area Code | 620 |
| Elevation | 1,582 ft |
| Latitude | 38.109017 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -98.096853 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 20155 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 35.3 yrs ↓ 20% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.62 |
| Below Poverty | 8.6% ▼ 14% below avg |
| College Grads | 38.5% ≈ Avg |
| Unemployment | 3.7% ▼ 24% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 2 (0.2%) |
| HS Graduate | 252 (26.8%) |
| Some College | 227 (24.2%) |
| Associates | 97 (10.3%) |
| Bachelors | 166 (17.7%) |
| Graduate Degree | 195 (20.8%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $52,188 ▼ 32% below avg ↑ 5% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $77,800 ▼ 72% below avg ↑ 13% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 1.5x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $822/mo ↑ 25% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 695 |
| Vacant Units | 95 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.62 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 695 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 95 |
| Owner Occupied | 71.0% |
| Renter Occupied | 29.0% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.62 |
ZIP code 67561 is located in Nickerson, Kansas, within Reno County. With a population of 1,569, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 35.3 years. Economically, 67561 is a working-class ZIP code: the median household income of $52,188 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 67561 represents one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. The median home value of $77,800 is well below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $822 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 71.0% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 13% since 2019.
The population of 67561 is primarily White (92.93%). Residents are moderately educated — 38.5% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 8.6%. Household income has grown by 5% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 67561 stands at 3.7%, which is below the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 91%.
Overall, ZIP code 67561 in Nickerson, KS is characterized as working-class, moderately educated, a relatively young community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 1,569 residents, a median household income of $52,188, and a median home value of $77,800, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Kansas.