Logan County scores 63.4, exceeding the national median of 50.0 by 13 points. This above-median performance places it in the middle range of U.S. counties, driven by solid housing affordability despite tax concerns.
2 / 5
Just below Kansas average
Logan's score of 63.4 falls slightly below Kansas's state average of 66.0, ranking it in the lower-middle tier of Kansas counties. The county's tax burden is the primary factor limiting its state-level competitiveness.
3 / 5
Housing and income provide base
Logan's cost score of 80.9 with median home values of $116,600 and rent of $796/month offers solid affordability. The income score of 30.0 paired with median household income of $71,389 is the highest in this dataset outside Leavenworth, providing reasonable earning potential.
4 / 5
Tax burden significantly limits appeal
Logan's tax score of just 51.2 with an effective rate of 1.816% is the highest tax burden among these eight counties, meaningfully eroding household purchasing power. Data on safety, health, schools, and environmental factors remain unavailable.
5 / 5
For those willing to pay taxes
Logan County suits families and workers comfortable with higher tax obligations in exchange for moderate housing costs and reasonable income potential. It appeals to those less sensitive to tax burden and more focused on employment and affordable living space.
Logan County scores 63.4, exceeding the national median of 50.0 by 13 points. This above-median performance places it in the middle range of U.S. counties, driven by solid housing affordability despite tax concerns.
Just below Kansas average
Logan's score of 63.4 falls slightly below Kansas's state average of 66.0, ranking it in the lower-middle tier of Kansas counties. The county's tax burden is the primary factor limiting its state-level competitiveness.
Housing and income provide base
Logan's cost score of 80.9 with median home values of $116,600 and rent of $796/month offers solid affordability. The income score of 30.0 paired with median household income of $71,389 is the highest in this dataset outside Leavenworth, providing reasonable earning potential.
Tax burden significantly limits appeal
Logan's tax score of just 51.2 with an effective rate of 1.816% is the highest tax burden among these eight counties, meaningfully eroding household purchasing power. Data on safety, health, schools, and environmental factors remain unavailable.
For those willing to pay taxes
Logan County suits families and workers comfortable with higher tax obligations in exchange for moderate housing costs and reasonable income potential. It appeals to those less sensitive to tax burden and more focused on employment and affordable living space.
Score breakdown
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Property Tax
Effective property tax rate vs national benchmarks
At 1.816%, Logan County's effective property tax rate sits above the national median of 1.409%, placing the county in the upper tier nationally for tax burden. The median tax bill of $2,117 remains below the national median of $2,690, reflecting lower property values in the county.
Logan ranks highest among eight counties
Logan's 1.816% effective rate is the highest among the eight counties examined and significantly above Kansas's statewide average of 1.549%. The median tax of $2,117 exceeds the state median of $1,943 by $174, marking Logan as one of Kansas's higher-tax counties.
Logan carries region's heaviest tax load
Logan's 1.816% rate stands as the highest in the region, exceeding Lyon County (1.598%) and Labette County (1.628%) substantially. Only Logan and Lyon counties in this group exceed 1.6%, making Logan a notably tax-heavy jurisdiction.
Your property tax on median home value
A home valued at $116,600 in Logan County carries an estimated annual property tax of $2,117. With mortgage escrow, your annual tax obligation reaches approximately $2,352.
Challenge your assessment to offset rates
Logan County homeowners facing the state's highest tax rate should prioritize reviewing their property assessments for overvaluation. A successful appeal can provide meaningful relief and costs nothing to file with the county appraiser.
Logan County's rent-to-income ratio of 13.4% sits comfortably below the national average, with renters paying a manageable share of income toward housing. At $796 monthly rent and $71,389 median household income, Logan residents enjoy better affordability than the typical American household.
Logan ranks better than state average
Logan County's 13.4% rent-to-income ratio outperforms the Kansas average of 14.7%, placing it in the state's more affordable cohort. Monthly rent of $796 runs just $9 above the state median, balanced by Logan's slightly above-average household income of $71,389.
Logan's moderate regional pricing
Logan's $796 rent sits between Linn County ($682) and Lyon County ($796)—they match exactly at the high end—while median home values at $116,600 stay well below Linn ($164,500). This makes Logan an affordable entry point for buyers exploring the region.
Owner costs climb in Logan
Renters pay $796 monthly while homeowners average $868, with median home value at $116,600—modest pricing relative to other Kansas markets. At 13.4% of income spent on rent, Logan residents maintain solid financial cushion for other obligations.
Logan: solid middle-ground county
Logan County offers a 13.4% rent-to-income ratio with rents near the state average but better incomes, making it a reliable choice for relocation. If you're torn between ultra-affordable Lane County and pricier Leavenworth, Logan and its $116,600 median home values represent sensible compromise territory.
Logan County's median household income of $71,389 sits just $3,366 below the national median of $74,755—only a 4% gap. This solid performance reflects an economy aligned with U.S. averages.
Beats Kansas state average
Logan County ranks above the Kansas state median of $64,428 by over $6,961, placing it among the state's higher-income counties. Its per capita income of $40,940 also exceeds the state average of $34,748 by 18%.
Strong performer in region
Logan's $71,389 median household income ranks among the higher earners in this sample, surpassing Linn ($59,200) and Lane ($53,042) while staying competitive with Kiowa ($73,214). It anchors the mid-to-upper end of regional income.
Housing costs remain reasonable
Logan's rent-to-income ratio of 13.4% signals healthy housing affordability, and the median home value of $116,600 is well-balanced with median incomes. Households maintain solid financial breathing room.
Strong platform for financial goals
Logan County's above-average incomes and reasonable housing costs create ideal conditions for saving, investing, and building long-term wealth. Households should maximize retirement accounts and consider diversified investment strategies.
Logan County's 74.4-year life expectancy falls 4.5 years short of the U.S. average of 78.9 years. With 16.9% reporting poor or fair health, the county reflects moderate health challenges comparable to other rural Kansas regions.
Below average across multiple metrics
At 74.4 years, Logan County's life expectancy trails Kansas's 75.4-year average by 1 year. The 10.7% uninsured rate sits near the state average of 11.5%, suggesting coverage is less of a barrier than underlying health factors.
Mixed access amid rural challenges
Logan County's 74.4-year life expectancy matches Labette County but falls well behind Lincoln County's 77.2 years. The county leads in primary care providers at 110 per 100K—among the highest in the group—yet ranks lowest in mental health providers at just 38 per 100K.
Strong primary care, weak mental health access
Logan County's 110 primary care providers per 100K offer exceptional access to routine medical care, offsetting moderate uninsurance at 10.7%. However, only 38 mental health providers per 100K—the lowest in this group—represents a critical gap in behavioral health support.
Maximize existing primary care assets
Logan County's robust primary care network is an asset—ensure your coverage through Healthcare.gov or employer plans to use it fully. While primary care access is excellent, residents should also explore mental health resources beyond county lines if needed.
Logan County's composite risk score of 7.38 places it in the Very Low category, making it one of the safest counties nationally. Residents face minimal exposure to most major natural disasters.
Among Kansas's lowest-risk counties
Logan's score of 7.38 is far below Kansas's state average of 29.89, ranking it among the state's safest counties. Only Lane County (2.32) has notably lower overall risk in Kansas.
Safer than most regional peers
Logan County's risk profile is substantially lower than neighboring Lyon County (47.65) and Lincoln County (13.52), establishing it as a natural disaster safe zone. The county's western plains location provides inherent hazard advantages.
Wildfire and tornado as secondary threats
Wildfire risk scores 31.55 in Logan County, representing its highest exposure, though well below state averages. Tornado risk at 26.37 follows as a manageable secondary concern.
Standard homeowners insurance sufficient
Logan County's exceptional safety profile means standard homeowners insurance offers comprehensive protection for most residents. Those in grassland or rural areas should verify wildfire coverage is included, though the overall risk remains very low.