What are the schools like in Kiowa, KS?

Kiowa is served primarily by South Barber. The district operates 1 elementary schools, several middle schools, and 1 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 9.7:1.

What is the median household income in Kiowa?

The median household income in Kiowa, KS is $51,806 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 3.3%.

What is the weather like in Kiowa, KS?

Kiowa has an average high temperature of 46.9°F in January and 94.4°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 30.1 inches and annual snowfall averages 11.2 inches.

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

Q: Is Kiowa, KS affordable or expensive?

Kiowa's cost of living index is 82, where 100 represents the national average. This means Kiowa is 18% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $74,200 and the median rent is $450 per month.

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

Crime rate data for Kiowa is not currently available from the FBI's reported data.

Is Kiowa, KS a Good Place to Live?

Kiowa is a small town of 785 in Kansas, with a median household income of $51,806 and a 3.3% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 82 (US average = 100), which is 18% below the national average.

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

Trade-offs: No major red flags stand out in the available data. Whether Kiowa is right for you depends on your priorities — the full breakdown is below.

All Kiowa 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: 81.5

Kiowa's overall cost of living index is 81.5, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Kiowa costs roughly 18% less than the average American city.

Metric	Kiowa, KS	National Avg
Median Home Value	$74,200	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$450	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	76.9%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$51,806	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Very Safe

Crime data for Kiowa is not currently available from the FBI's Uniform Crime Reporting program. Not all local agencies report to the UCR each year.

Schools & Education

Kiowa is served primarily by South Barber. The student-to-teacher ratio is 9.7:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Kiowa, KS	National Avg
School District	South Barber	—
Elementary Schools	1	—
Middle Schools	N/A	—
High Schools	1	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	9.7:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	27.0%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	91.7%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Kiowa sees average highs of 46.9°F in January and 94.4°F in July, with 30.1 inches of annual precipitation and 11.2 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Kiowa, KS
Average High — January	46.9°F
Average High — July	94.4°F
Annual Precipitation	30.1"
Annual Snowfall	11.2"

Demographics

Metric	Kiowa, KS	National Avg
Population	785	—
Median Age	39.8	38.9
Unemployment Rate	3.3%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	12.2 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	87.1%	59.3%
Black or African American	1.1%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	2.9%	18.9%
Asian	0.0%	6.3%
Under 18	22.8%	22.2%
65 and over	27.3%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Hazelton, KS 7 mi Burlington, OK 9 mi Hardtner, KS 9 mi Capron, OK 10 mi Amorita, OK 12 mi

ZIP Codes in Kiowa

Kiowa, KS is covered by 1 ZIP code:

67070

Kiowa vs Other Cities

Kiowa, KS vs Hazelton, KS Kiowa, KS vs Burlington, OK Kiowa, KS vs Hardtner, KS Kiowa, KS vs Capron, OK Kiowa, KS vs Amorita, OK

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kiowa, KS affordable or expensive?

Kiowa's cost of living index is 82, where 100 is the national average. That makes Kiowa roughly 18% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $74,200 and median rent is $450/month.

What is the crime rate in Kiowa, KS?

Crime data for Kiowa is not available in the current FBI UCR reporting year. Not all jurisdictions submit data annually.

What are the schools like in Kiowa?

Public schools in Kiowa are operated by South Barber. The district has 1 elementary, several middle, and 1 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 9.7:1. 27.0% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Kiowa, KS a good place to live?

Kiowa, KS has a population of 785, a median household income of $51,806, and an unemployment rate of 3.3%. 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 Kiowa?

Kiowa averages 46.9°F in January and 94.4°F in July. Annual rainfall is 30.1 inches with about 11.2 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Kiowa?

Kiowa, KS is covered by 1 ZIP code: 67070.

What is the population of Kiowa?

The population of Kiowa, Kansas is 785 with a median age of 39.8. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Kiowa?

Key numbers for living in Kiowa: cost of living index 82 (100 = US average), median home $74,200, median household income $51,806, crime index 19 (100 = US average, lower is safer), schools rated B+. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Kiowa side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.