| ZIP Code | 67657 |
|---|---|
| City | Palco |
| State | Kansas (KS) |
| County | Rooks County |
| Area Code | 785 |
| Elevation | 2,209 ft |
| Latitude | 39.212621 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -99.609557 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 20163 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 50.2 yrs ↓ 10% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.35 |
| Below Poverty | 5.9% ▼ 41% below avg |
| College Grads | 53.3% ▲ 38% above avg |
| Unemployment | 2.4% ▼ 51% below avg |
| HS Graduate | 43 (20.5%) |
| Some College | 26 (12.4%) |
| Associates | 29 (13.8%) |
| Bachelors | 40 (19%) |
| Graduate Degree | 72 (34.3%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $60,341 ▼ 21% below avg ↑ 45% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $100,700 ▼ 64% below avg ↑ 24% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 1.7x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $625/mo ↑ 18% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 208 |
| Vacant Units | 79 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.35 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 208 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 79 |
| Owner Occupied | 86.1% |
| Renter Occupied | 14.0% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.35 |
ZIP code 67657 is located in Palco, Kansas, within Rooks County. With a population of 303, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with a mature community — the median age is 50.2 years. Economically, 67657 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $60,341 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 67657 represents one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. The median home value of $100,700 is well below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $625 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 86.1% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 24% since 2019.
The population of 67657 is primarily White (88.45%). Residents are well-educated — 53.3% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 5.9%. Household income has grown by 45% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 67657 stands at 2.4%, which is well below the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 85%.
Overall, ZIP code 67657 in Palco, KS is characterized as solidly middle-class, well-educated, a mature community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 303 residents, a median household income of $60,341, and a median home value of $100,700, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Kansas.