Economy & Jobs — Melvern, Kansas
Income & Employment
| Median Household Income (Census) | $55,893 |
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| Estimated 2026 | ~$65,200 |
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| Per Capita Income | $28,687 |
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| Poverty Rate | 13.9% |
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| Unemployment Rate | 7.6% |
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| In Labor Force | 147 |
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Top Industries
| Industry | Share |
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| Education Healthcare | 38.9% |
| Construction | 22.2% |
| Transportation | 7.6% |
Local Businesses (County)
| Type | Count |
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| Full Service Restaurants | 19 |
| Commercial Banks | 11 |
| Gas Stations | 9 |
| Insurance Agencies | 9 |
| General Merchandise | 5 |
| Auto Repair | 5 |
| Law Offices | 4 |
| Chiropractors | 3 |
| Fast Food | 3 |
| Coffee Shops | 3 |
Sources: Census ACS 5-Year 2023; BLS QCEW 2023; Census ACS 5-Year 2023, B19013.
