ZIP Code 67427, Kansas
ZIP Code 67427 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 67427 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Ellsworth County / Rice County, Kansas. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 323. The land area covers 60.01 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 323 | ±109 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 61.2 yrs | ±6 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 165 | ±58 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (PEP, ACS 5-Year).
Housing & Real Estate Profile
| Housing Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Total Housing Units | 239 | ±65 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 165 | ±58 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 74 | ±31 |
| Median Home Value | $58,900 | ±$31,583 |
| Median Gross Rent | $817 | ±$158 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $49,250 | ±$29,246 |
| Per Capita Income | $32,497 | ±$7,608 |
| Poverty Rate | 6.8% | ±4.7% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 22 | ±17 |
| Unemployment Rate | 0% | ±12.5% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 88 | ±36 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 66.7% | ±31.2% |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Local Government & Public Administration
Authoritative general-purpose local government units serving this area
U.S. Census Bureau GUS (2026) / GMAF
| Government Unit | Unit Type | Jurisdiction Role | Contact / Address |
|---|---|---|---|
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GUS Population: 6,316 (2024)
ID: 164632
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: ELLSWORTH COUNTY CLERK
210 N KANSAS AVE, ELLSWORTH KS 67439-3109
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | Holyrood, KS | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-12 | Claflin, KS | |
| Regular School Nearby | 08-12 | Chase, KS | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-07 | Chase, KS | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-08 | Ellinwood, KS | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | Ellinwood, KS | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Ellinwood, KS | |
| Regular School Nearby | 04-06 | Kanopolis, KS | |
| Regular School Nearby | 03-05 | Lyons, KS | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Lyons, KS |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 10 civic institutions across 2 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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Barton County Community College
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College | 19.1 mi away | 245 NE 30th Road, Great Bend, KS, 67530 |
6207922701
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FARMER TOWNSHIP/CPMS LIBRARY
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Library | 0.8 mi away | 500 S. MAIN ST., BUSHTON, KS, 67427 |
(620) 562-3597
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Sterling College
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College | 21.8 mi away | 125 W. Cooper, Sterling, KS, 67579 |
6202782173
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INDEPENDENT TOWNSHIP
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Library | 7.5 mi away | 108 MAIN, CLAFLIN, KS, 67525 |
(620) 587-3488
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GENESEO PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 13.2 mi away | 725 MAIN STREET, GENESEO, KS, 67444 |
(620) 824-6140
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ELLINWOOD SCHOOL COMMUNITY LIBRARY
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Library | 13.8 mi away | 210 N. SCHILLER, ELLINWOOD, KS, 67526 |
(620) 564-2306
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LYONS PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 14.8 mi away | 201 WEST MAIN, LYONS, KS, 67554 |
(620) 257-2961
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J.H. ROBBINS MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 18.4 mi away | 219 N. LINCOLN AVE., ELLSWORTH, KS, 67439 |
(785) 472-3969
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KANOPOLIS PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 19.7 mi away | 221 N. KANSAS, KANOPOLIS, KS, 67454 |
(785) 472-3053
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HOISINGTON PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 20.4 mi away | 169 SOUTH WALNUT, HOISINGTON, KS, 67544 |
(620) 653-4128
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Distances calculated from authoritative source coordinates. Source: CMS, IMLS, NCES IPEDS.
Climate & Weather Observations
NOAA Monthly Climate Normals
Observation Station: Climate data reflects NOAA 1991–2020 standard normals recorded at ELLSWORTH, KS US, located 18.5 miles from ZCTA5 67427. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 42.2° | 17.5° | 29.9° | 0.83" | 3.8" |
| February | 46.6° | 20.3° | 33.5° | 1.16" | 4.7" |
| March | 57.4° | 29.6° | 43.5° | 1.94" | 1.3" |
| April | 67.5° | 39.1° | 53.3° | 2.51" | 0.4" |
| May | 76.8° | 51.6° | 64.2° | 4.94" | 0.0" |
| June | 87.6° | 62.5° | 75.0° | 3.86" | 0.0" |
| July | 92.7° | 67.4° | 80.0° | 3.88" | 0.0" |
| August | 90.4° | 64.9° | 77.6° | 4.43" | 0.0" |
| September | 82.3° | 55.9° | 69.1° | 2.70" | 0.0" |
| October | 70.1° | 41.9° | 56.0° | 2.13" | 0.4" |
| November | 56.1° | 29.4° | 42.7° | 1.30" | 1.2" |
| December | 44.0° | 20.1° | 32.1° | 1.16" | 4.4" |
Source: NOAA U.S. Climate Normals (1991–2020).
Local Weather Forecast
Weather forecast data is currently unavailable in the local cache.
Nearby Cities & Communities
Listing adjacent communities by spatial proximity (miles)
Proximity discovery
| Community Name | Classification | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bushton city | City | 1.0 mi | — |
| Holyrood city | City | 6.2 mi | — |
| Lorraine city | City | 6.6 mi | — |
| Frederick city | City | 7.2 mi | — |
| Claflin city | City | 7.7 mi | — |
| Chase city | City | 10.3 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 67427. • Official Source Dataset →
- Socioeconomic & Housing Metrics: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates and Population Estimates Program (PEP). Margin of Error (MOE) intervals are reported where published; suppressed values are never estimated or replaced with false zeros.
- Civic Directory Datasets: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS Hospital Directory), National Center for Education Statistics (NCES IPEDS Postsecondary Directory), and Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS Public Libraries Survey). Airport landing facilities are provided by airport-data.com.
- Weather & Climate Observations: National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020 and National Weather Service (NWS) point forecasts.