The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 66949 sells for about $115,000, or $78 per square foot.
Prices are up +4.5% from a year ago, so sellers still have some momentum. Homes take about 124 days to sell, which is slow. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $557 a month.
ZIP 66949 — Jewell
The housing market in 66949 is characterized by low inventory and very limited sales activity, typical of a stable rural community. Prices have seen modest growth over the last decade, driven by low supply rather than high demand. The market remains affordable compared to national averages, with most residents owning their homes.
This ZIP is best suited for those seeking a quiet, rural lifestyle, including retirees and families who prioritize affordability and community connection over proximity to urban employment centers.
Median prices moved up 4.5% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 124 days on market with 12.0 months of supply — a slower-moving market.
8% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 96.2% of asking — demand is running ahead of supply.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 2.2% · poverty 17.7% — a stable, low-distress profile.
Researched annual trajectory for this ZIP, from published historical series
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 6.5%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
Median annual property tax paid on this ZIP's residential parcels
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 6.1%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
versus the prior ACS vintage
ZCTA 66949, Jewell County KS
Crime rates in this rural area are significantly lower than the national average, with property and violent crime incidents being rare.
The area is served by rural school districts that maintain small class sizes and a focus on community-based education.
The region faces moderate risks from severe thunderstorms and occasional high winds, with standard insurance coverage generally available.
Economic momentum is driven primarily by local agriculture and small-scale service industries, with limited new commercial development.
Composed from the ARED governance burden registry — tier-native tax structure (state + county + city + special districts), never averaged. State (Kansas) — Kansas Residential Property Tax: Annual tax bill calculated as: (Appraised Fair Market Value * 11.5% Assessment Rate) * (Mill Levy / 1,000). The mill levy is the combined tax rate set by local taxing jurisdictions.
Commuting is primarily by private vehicle, with most residents traveling to nearby county seats for employment and essential services.
Local recreation centers on outdoor activities, including access to nearby state fishing lakes, public parks, and community-hosted seasonal events.
The rental market is limited in depth, consisting mostly of single-family homes with low turnover and stable, modest rent levels.
The local economy is heavily reliant on the agricultural sector, with support from small-town retail and public services.
Transportation is entirely dependent on personal vehicles, with no public transit infrastructure available in the area.
There are no major commercial or residential developments currently approved or under construction in this ZIP.
The Jewell County Appraiser's office conducts annual assessments to determine property values for tax purposes.
Parcels are subject to local school district taxes and county-wide levies for emergency services and road maintenance.
Property insurance remains available, though premiums are influenced by the region's exposure to severe weather events.
Data retrieved from Census Bureau ZCTA profile for 66949.
Public schools whose reported address is in this area (NCES). Not attendance boundaries — schools that serve residents may sit outside it. Check the district's address locator for assignment.
Provides local fishing and outdoor recreation opportunities.
Central community space for local gatherings and events.
Key-figure check: no independent anchor retained yet — first-researched cycles establish the anchor baseline this pass.