Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 38.6 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.73 |
| Below Poverty | 4.0% ▼ 60% below avg |
| College Grads | 27.0% ▼ 30% below avg |
| Unemployment | 2.1% ▼ 57% below avg |
| HS Graduate | 667 (44.6%) |
| Some College | 195 (13.1%) |
| Associates | 229 (15.3%) |
| Bachelors | 176 (11.8%) |
| Graduate Degree | 227 (15.2%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $76,250 ≈ Avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $177,900 ▼ 36% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.3x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,150/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 1,107 |
| Vacant Units | 164 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Lakin is a city in Kansas, located in Kearny County. The city spans 1 ZIP code and is home to approximately 2,646 residents. It is a middle-aged city, with a median age of 38.6 years.
Economically, Lakin is a middle-income community. The median household income of $76,250 is near the national average. Approximately 4.0% of residents live below the poverty line. The unemployment rate is 2.1%, well below the national average.
The real estate market in Lakin is an affordable housing market. Median home values stand at $177,900, which is below the national average. Renters typically pay around $1,150 per month. Homeownership is high at 79.8%, typical of suburban and family-oriented communities.
The population of Lakin is moderately educated. 27.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher — below the national average. The community is majority White (62.51%).
Lakin, KS offers residents a cost-conscious lifestyle within Kansas.
| ZIP | Population | Median Income | Median Home | Median Rent | Unemp. | College | Owner Occ. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 67860 | 2,646 | $76,250 | $177,900 | $1,150 | 2.1% | 27.0% | 79.8% |