What are the schools like in Ransom, KS?

Ransom is served primarily by Western Plains. The district operates 2 elementary schools, several middle schools, and 1 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 6.7:1.

What is the median household income in Ransom?

The median household income in Ransom, KS is $52,917 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 0.0%.

What is the weather like in Ransom, KS?

Ransom has an average high temperature of 43.4°F in January and 92.7°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 22.1 inches and annual snowfall averages 19.4 inches.

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

Q: Is Ransom, KS affordable or expensive?

Ransom's cost of living index is 84, where 100 represents the national average. This means Ransom is 16% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $55,400 and the median rent is $775 per month.

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

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

Is Ransom, KS a Good Place to Live?

Ransom is a small town of 265 in Kansas, with a median household income of $52,917 . Its cost of living index is 84 (US average = 100), which is 16% below the national average.

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

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

All Ransom 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: 84.4

Ransom's overall cost of living index is 84.4, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Ransom costs roughly 16% less than the average American city.

Metric	Ransom, KS	National Avg
Median Home Value	$55,400	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$775	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	87.1%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$52,917	$74,755

Crime & Safety

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

Schools & Education

Ransom is served primarily by Western Plains. The student-to-teacher ratio is 6.7:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Ransom, KS	National Avg
School District	Western Plains	—
Elementary Schools	2	—
Middle Schools	N/A	—
High Schools	1	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	6.7:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	19.8%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	97.5%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Ransom sees average highs of 43.4°F in January and 92.7°F in July, with 22.1 inches of annual precipitation and 19.4 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Ransom, KS
Average High — January	43.4°F
Average High — July	92.7°F
Annual Precipitation	22.1"
Annual Snowfall	19.4"

Demographics

Metric	Ransom, KS	National Avg
Population	265	—
Median Age	59.7	38.9
Unemployment Rate	0.0%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	22.3 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	94.7%	59.3%
Black or African American	0.0%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	1.1%	18.9%
Asian	0.4%	6.3%
Under 18	17.4%	22.2%
65 and over	34.7%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Brownell, KS 10 mi Ness City, KS 13 mi Utica, KS 13 mi Bazine, KS 18 mi McCracken, KS 20 mi

ZIP Codes in Ransom

Ransom, KS is covered by 1 ZIP code:

67572

Ransom vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ransom, KS affordable or expensive?

Ransom's cost of living index is 84, where 100 is the national average. That makes Ransom roughly 16% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $55,400 and median rent is $775/month.

What is the crime rate in Ransom, KS?

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

What are the schools like in Ransom?

Public schools in Ransom are operated by Western Plains. The district has 2 elementary, several middle, and 1 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 6.7:1. 19.8% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Ransom, KS a good place to live?

Ransom, KS has a population of 265, a median household income of $52,917, and an unemployment rate of 0.0%. 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 Ransom?

Ransom averages 43.4°F in January and 92.7°F in July. Annual rainfall is 22.1 inches with about 19.4 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Ransom?

Ransom, KS is covered by 1 ZIP code: 67572.

What is the population of Ransom?

The population of Ransom, Kansas is 265 with a median age of 59.7. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Ransom?

Key numbers for living in Ransom: cost of living index 84 (100 = US average), median home $55,400, median household income $52,917, schools rated A-. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Ransom side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.