What are the schools like in Kingman, KS?

Kingman is served primarily by Kingman - Norwich. The district operates 2 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, and 3 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 10.9:1.

What is the median household income in Kingman?

The median household income in Kingman, KS is $55,532 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 8.9%.

What is the weather like in Kingman, KS?

Kingman has an average high temperature of 43.8°F in January and 92.8°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 33.2 inches and annual snowfall averages 8.9 inches.

Kingman, KS Cost of Living, Crime & Is It a Good Place to Live? (2026)

Q: Is Kingman, KS affordable or expensive?

Kingman's cost of living index is 85, where 100 represents the national average. This means Kingman is 15% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $58,500 and the median rent is $794 per month.

Q: What is the crime rate in Kingman, KS?

Kingman has a violent crime rate of 132.4 incidents per 100,000 residents and a property crime rate of 364.1 per 100,000. The national average violent crime rate is approximately 380 per 100,000.

Is Kingman, KS a Good Place to Live?

Kingman is a small town of 3,051 in Kansas, with a median household income of $55,532 and a 8.9% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 85 (US average = 100), which is 15% below the national average.

Strengths: Kingman stands out for an affordable cost of living, below-average home prices, lower-than-average crime, solid school ratings (B), short average commutes.

Trade-offs: Potential downsides include an elevated unemployment rate. Whether Kingman is right for you depends on your priorities — the full breakdown is below.

All Kingman city data on this page comes from official government sources — the US Census Bureau, FBI, NCES, BEA, and NOAA — updated annually.

Cost of Living

Index: 84.8

Kingman's overall cost of living index is 84.8, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Kingman costs roughly 15% less than the average American city.

Metric	Kingman, KS	National Avg
Median Home Value	$58,500	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$794	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	60.2%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$55,532	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Very Safe

Kingman's violent crime rate is 132.4 per 100,000 residents — 65% lower than the national average of ~380 per 100,000.

Violent Crime

132.4 /100k

Property Crime

364.1 /100k

Vertical marker = national average. Source: FBI UCR Program.

Schools & Education

Kingman is served primarily by Kingman - Norwich. The student-to-teacher ratio is 10.9:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Kingman, KS	National Avg
School District	Kingman - Norwich	—
Elementary Schools	2	—
Middle Schools	2	—
High Schools	3	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	10.9:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	16.5%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	86.7%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Kingman sees average highs of 43.8°F in January and 92.8°F in July, with 33.2 inches of annual precipitation and 8.9 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Kingman, KS
Average High — January	43.8°F
Average High — July	92.8°F
Annual Precipitation	33.2"
Annual Snowfall	8.9"

Demographics

Metric	Kingman, KS	National Avg
Population	3,051	—
Median Age	43.8	38.9
Unemployment Rate	8.9%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	17.7 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	93.5%	59.3%
Black or African American	0.6%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	4.3%	18.9%
Asian	0.0%	6.3%
Under 18	20.0%	22.2%
65 and over	21.1%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

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ZIP Codes in Kingman

Kingman, KS is covered by 1 ZIP code:

67068

Kingman vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kingman, KS affordable or expensive?

Kingman's cost of living index is 85, where 100 is the national average. That makes Kingman roughly 15% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $58,500 and median rent is $794/month.

What is the crime rate in Kingman, KS?

Kingman's violent crime rate is 132.4 per 100,000 residents — the national average is ~380 per 100,000. Property crime is 364.1 per 100,000 (national avg ~2,100). Data from the FBI Uniform Crime Reporting Program.

What are the schools like in Kingman?

Public schools in Kingman are operated by Kingman - Norwich. The district has 2 elementary, 2 middle, and 3 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 10.9:1. 16.5% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Kingman, KS a good place to live?

Kingman, KS has a population of 3,051, a median household income of $55,532, and an unemployment rate of 8.9%. It offers below-average costs of living, which stretches take-home pay further than in most American cities. Whether it's right for you depends on your priorities — use the compare tool above to stack it against another city you're considering.

What is the weather like in Kingman?

Kingman averages 43.8°F in January and 92.8°F in July. Annual rainfall is 33.2 inches with about 8.9 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Kingman?

Kingman, KS is covered by 1 ZIP code: 67068.

What is the population of Kingman?

The population of Kingman, Kansas is 3,051 with a median age of 43.8. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Kingman?

Key numbers for living in Kingman: cost of living index 85 (100 = US average), median home $58,500, median household income $55,532, crime index 28 (100 = US average, lower is safer), schools rated B. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Kingman side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.