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Wichita, KS

67203

Sedgwick County County · Kansas · Pop. 38,410

Last updated: May 2026

Population
38,410
Median Income
$40,613
Median Home
$204,092
Safety Grade
B+
Schools Grade
D-

Wichita, Kansas (ZIP code 67203) is home to approximately 38,410 residents. The median household income in 67203 is $40,613, which is 43% below the national average of $70,784. The cost of living in 67203 is reflected in its housing market - the median home value is $204,092 and the average rent is $856/month. 67203 has a violent crime rate of 634.0 per 100,000 residents, which is 67% above the national average - earning it a safety grade of B+. 67203 is served by with an average school rating of 5.5/10. Air quality in 67203 is rated Good with an average AQI of 42.6. The average commute time in 67203 is 25 minutes, 3 minutes below the national average. Compare 67203 vs national averages and nearby neighborhoods using our free ZipScore intelligence platform.

👥 Demographics

Median Age
39.9
Avg Household Size
2.34
Foreign Born
19.2%
College Degree+
34.4%
High School+
81.4%
Total Households
15,364

Race & Ethnicity

White
54.3%
Hispanic
17.5%
Black
11.9%
Asian
1.7%
Other
4.3%

💰 Income & Economy

Median Household Income
$40,613
National: $70,784
Per Capita Income
$26,398
Poverty Rate
14.2%
National: 11.6%
Median Family Income
N/A
Gini Coefficient
N/A
Food Stamp Recipients
N/A

Affordability Assessment: Renters spend about 25% of income on rent - within the affordable range. Home prices are relatively high at 5.0x the median income.

🏠 Housing

Median Home Value
$204,092
National: $303,400
Median Rent/Month
$856
National: $1,163
Homeownership Rate
57.6%
Vacancy Rate
7.3%
Total Housing Units
15,364
Price-to-Rent Ratio
N/A

🔒 Safety & Crime

B+
Safety Grade: B+

Wichita (67203) has higher-than-average violent crime rates at 67% above the US average. Review specific crime types below for more detail.

Violent Crime Rate
634.0 per 100k
National: 380.7
Property Crime Rate
2636.0 per 100k
National: 1,958.2
Murder Rate
12.20 per 100k
Robbery Rate
122.6 per 100k
Assault Rate
473.3 per 100k
Burglary Rate
585.9 per 100k

🎓 Schools & Education

D-
Education Grade: D-
1 schools · Avg rating: 5.5/10 · Student-teacher ratio: 23.5:1

Top Schools in 67203

SchoolTypeRatingStudents
Wichita Academy public 5/10 518

🌡️ Climate & Weather

Winter Avg
20°F
Annual Avg
49°F
Summer Avg
84°F
Sunny Days
181
Annual Rainfall
35.6"
Annual Snowfall
16.0"
Avg Humidity
70%
Climate Zone
midwest climate zone

🌫️ Air Quality

42.6
Avg AQI
Good
Grade
A-
PM2.5
7.5 µg/m³
Ozone
36.9 ppb
Good Air Days
229 days
Moderate Days
105 days
Unhealthy Days
32 days

⚠️ Natural Disaster Risk

A+
Overall Risk Grade: A+ · FEMA Flood Zone: X
Flood
Low
15/100
Earthquake
Low
10/100
Tornado
High
55/100
Hurricane
Low
5/100
Wildfire
Moderate
25/100

🚗 Commute

Avg Commute
25 min
National: 27.6 min
Drive Alone
74.0%
Public Transit
3.7%
Work From Home
14.8%
Walk
2.4%
Bike
1.5%
Carpool
6.3%

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Pros and Cons of Living in Wichita, KS (67203)

Based on crime, housing, income, schools, and air quality data

✅ Pros

  • + Affordable housing - median home value $204,092 (below national average of $303,400)
  • + Affordable rent - average $856/month vs national $1,163/month
  • + Good air quality - average AQI of 42.6 (rated "Good" by EPA standards)

⚠️ Cons

  • Higher-than-average crime - violent crime rate 67% above US average
  • Below-average income - median household income of $40,613

Data sourced from US Census Bureau, FBI Crime Statistics, and EPA. Individual experiences may vary.

Frequently Asked Questions about ZIP Code 67203

What is the population of 67203?

The population of ZIP code 67203 in Wichita, Kansas is approximately 38,410 people.

Is 67203 safe to live in?

Wichita (67203) has higher-than-average violent crime rates at 67% above the US average. Review specific crime types below for more detail. Safety Grade: B+.

What is the median income in 67203?

The median household income in 67203 (Wichita, Kansas) is $40,613. The per capita income is $26,398. The US national median household income is $70,784.

What is the cost of living in 67203?

Renters spend about 25% of income on rent - within the affordable range. Home prices are relatively high at 5.0x the median income. Median home value: $204,092. Average rent: $856/month.

What are schools like in 67203?

Schools in 67203 receive an Education Grade of D-. There are 1 schools with an average rating of 5.5/10 and a student-teacher ratio of 24:1. See the full schools section above for individual school listings.

What is the crime rate in 67203?

The violent crime rate in 67203 is 634.0 per 100,000 residents, which is above the national average of 380.7. Property crime rate: 2636.0 per 100k (national avg: 1,958.2).

What is the average rent in 67203?

The median monthly rent in 67203 (Wichita, Kansas) is $856/month. The national median rent is $1,163/month. This ZIP code is more affordable than the national average for renters.

What is the median home value in 67203?

The median home value in 67203 (Wichita, Kansas) is $204,092. The national median home value is $303,400. Homes in this ZIP code are more affordable than the national average.

Is 67203 a good place to live?

67203 (Wichita, Kansas) has a ZipScore of 48/100 - our composite score based on safety (25%), affordability (20%), schools (15%), air quality (10%), climate (10%), commute (10%), and disaster risk (10%). This area has some advantages but also tradeoffs - review each section.

What is the air quality in 67203?

The average Air Quality Index (AQI) in 67203 is 42.6 - rated Good by EPA standards. Average PM2.5 level: 7.5 µg/m³.

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Data sourced from U.S. Census Bureau (ACS), FBI Uniform Crime Report, EPA AirNow, FEMA National Risk Index, and Open-Meteo. Last updated: May 2026

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