Independent, Kansas 

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Population

578

-31.5% since 2000

Unemployment Rate

3.3%

Cost of Living

68.8 / 100

Median Home Price

$115,200

Median Income

$57,500

Comfort Index (Climate)

7.6 / 6.0

summer / winter

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Best Places to Live in Independent, Kansas

Living in Independent, KS is a unique experience. Located in Montgomery County, the city is surrounded by rural farmlands and stunning views of rolling hills and valleys. Its population of just over 1,000 people gives it a small-town charm that many find inviting. The community is close-knit with restaurants, shops and services all within walking distance. Outdoor activities are plentiful with nearby parks providing plenty of hiking trails and other recreational opportunities. Residents enjoy a laid back lifestyle with friendly neighbors and a sense of safety that comes from living in such a tight-knit community. Overall, living in Independent, KS is an enjoyable experience due to its pleasant atmosphere and friendly environment.

State: Kansas
County: Barton County
Metro Area: Great Bend Metro Area
City: Independent
Zip Codes: 67525
Cost of Living: -31.2% lower



Highlights

ECONOMY
The unemployment rate in Independent is 3.3% (U.S. avg. is 6.0%). Recent job growth is Negative. Independent jobs have decreased by 2.3%. More Economy

COST OF LIVING
Compared to the rest of the country, Independent's cost of living is 31.2% lower than the U.S. average. More Cost of Living or Compare Independent's Cost of Living

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

VOTING
In the last Presidential election, Barton county remained overwhelmingly Republican, 77.2% to 21.0%. More Voting Stats

POPULATION
Independent's population is 578 people. Since 2020, it has had a population decline of 7.0%. Learn More...

TRANSPORTATION
Average Commute time is 17.9 minutes. The National Average is 26.4 minutes. Learn More...

REAL ESTATE
The median home cost in Independent is . Home appreciation the last 10 years has been 12.0%.

SCHOOLS
Independent public schools spend $14,188 per student. The average school expenditure in the U.S. is $12,383. There are about 9.2 students per teacher in Independent. More Education



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Housing Market in Independent

It's a good time to buy in Independent. Home Appreciation is up 12.0% in the last 12 months.
The median home price in Independent is .

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