Best Places to Live in Charleston, Kansas

Living in Charleston, KS is a great experience. With its small-town charm, friendly locals, and beautiful landscapes, there is something for everyone to enjoy. The town has a variety of activities to choose from, including outdoor recreation such as hiking or camping in the nearby state parks and fishing on the lake. There are also plenty of shopping and dining opportunities close by for anyone looking for retail therapy or a night out. For those who like to stay active, there are several community centers offering fitness classes and recreational activities like sports leagues. With its low cost of living and close proximity to larger cities, it's easy to see why many families call Charleston home.

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ECONOMY

The unemployment rate in Charleston is 1.7% (U.S. avg. is 6.0%). Recent job growth is Positive. Charleston jobs have increased by 0.1%. More Economy

COST OF LIVING

Compared to the rest of the country, Charleston's cost of living is 28.6% lower than the U.S. average. More Cost of Living or Compare Charleston's Cost of Living

WEATHER & CLIMATE

September, June and May are the most pleasant months in Charleston, while January and December are the least comfortable months. Today's Weather | Climate Averages

VOTING

In the last Presidential election, Washington county remained overwhelmingly Republican, 82.0% to 16.5%. More Voting Stats

POPULATION

Charleston's population is 52 people. Since 2020, it has had a population growth of 10.7%. Learn More...

TRANSPORTATION

Average Commute time is 19.2 minutes. The National Average is 26.4 minutes. Learn More...

REAL ESTATE

The median home cost in Charleston is Real Estate: $130,700. Home appreciation the last 10 years has been 10.5%.

SCHOOLS

Charleston public schools spend $10,107 per student. The average school expenditure in the U.S. is $12,383. There are about 9.6 students per teacher in Charleston. More Education

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Housing Market in Charleston

It's a good time to buy in Charleston. Home Appreciation is up 10.5% in the last 12 months.
The median home price in Charleston is $130,700.

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