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Halstead, Kansas

city · Harvey County

At a glance

2,516
Population
$163,000
Median home value (all homes)
46% below U.S. median
$213,174
Typical market value
Zillow, 2026-07
$826/mo
Median rent
39% below U.S. median
$76,250
Median household income
3% below U.S. median
23.3 min
Average commute
92%
Homes with broadband
98.96%
Locations with fiber available
2%
Unemployment

Cost of living (Clay Affordability Index)

CAI 88 — 12% below the national average. how it's computed

Housing29% below
Goods & services6% below
Utilities12% above
Taxes7% below
Insurance16% below
Commute cost16% below
For business: Kansas is CBII band 2/5 · time to build band 1/5. See state page for the breakdown.

Living here

Nearest 4-year college10 mi
Nearest community college23 mi
Nearest technical college22 mi
High school graduates87.3%
College graduates23.2%

Doing business here

Economic development contacts, most local first:

county Harvey County Eco Dev Council
Harvey County Economic Development is dedicated to the growth and advancement of Harvey County’s economy. We strive to maintain our economic health by supporting the business and industry we have while continuing the recruitment of new industry.
state Kansas Department of Commerce
The Kansas Department of Commerce is the state agency providing business development resources, incentives, and workforce services. It serves businesses looking to locate or expand in Kansas.
State sales taxYes
State income taxYes
Right-to-work stateYes

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