Olmitz, KS Insurance Guide — Local Risks & Coverage
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Here's the local picture for insurance in Olmitz, Kansas — the real employers, geography, housing, and weather that shape your coverage, from a licensed local agent who shops 80+ carriers.
The Olmitz economy & who needs coverage
The economy of Barton County, KS, which Olmitz is a part of, employs approximately 11,900 people. The most common industries are Health Care & Social Assistance, Manufacturing, and Retail Trade. (Source: https://datausa.io/profile/geo/barton-county-ks/)
Major employers & who's hiring in Olmitz
- United Agricultural Service Grain Elevator Number 5 — Agricultural Services / Grain Storage
Local landmarks & geography
- Olmitz-area Tornado Activity — Historical tornado activity in the Olmitz area is near the Kansas state average and 89% greater than the overall U.S. average, indicating a high wind risk for insurance coverage.
Housing stock in Olmitz
Olmitz, KS has an older housing stock with a median year built of 1950. The estimated median house or condo value in 2021 was $49,100. This indicates generally older, more affordable homes, likely consisting of frame construction. The age implies that roofs and other major systems may be older, affecting replacement costs. (Source: https://www.city-data.com/city/Olmitz-Kansas.html)
Weather & flood risk in Olmitz
Olmitz, KS, like much of Kansas, is susceptible to severe weather, including thunderstorms, tornadoes, and the risk of large hail and damaging winds.
Properties in Olmitz, KS, located within Barton County, face varying levels of flood risk as detailed by First Street's flood maps and climate risk reports for the county.
Local facts that affect Olmitz insurance
- As of the 2020 census, the population of Olmitz, Kansas was 90. — High
- Olmitz is a city located in Barton County, Kansas. — High
- Barton County, Kansas, which includes Olmitz, is prone to large hail and damaging winds, with severe thunderstorm warnings often issued for the area. — High
- The Severe Weather Forecast Center (SPC) of NOAA provides forecasts for severe weather events that may impact the region including Olmitz, KS. — Medium
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Sources: worldpopulationreview.com · en.wikipedia.org · interactivehailmaps.com · spc.noaa.gov · city-data.com