Real Estate Investing in Palco, Kansas (67657)

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Graham County • Population: 303 • Data updated: September 2026

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Should you buy in 67657 (Palco, KS)? Our answer, based on the numbers below.

🏠 For Homebuyers
GOOD FIT
Grade B (72/100)

Solid choice — values are growing steadily and the market is stable enough to buy with confidence.

📈 For Investors
MIXED
3.0 / 5 (52/100)

A middle-of-the-road market. Workable, but the best opportunities may be nearby ZIPs rather than this one.

⚠️ Risks to Know
1 flag
  • High vacancy: 44.2% of homes vacant — above national norms.

• Limited market data — this is a very small market; averages are built from few observations and can swing widely. • Modeled rent — no observed market rent for this ZIP; the figure is estimated from HUD fair-market rent.

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3.0/ 5

Investability

Overall investment appeal

3.0/ 5

Appreciation

Long-term value growth

4.0/ 5

Cashflow ROI

Rental yield potential

Avg Home Value $121,852
Avg Monthly Rent $792
1% Rule ✗ Does Not Meet
Median Income $61,406
% Renters 13.9%

Market Analysis: 67657 Palco

The 67657 ZIP covers a section of Palco that demands careful diligence. Prices near $122K look accessible, but the work to make a deal cash flow is real.

The investment case in 67657 is significant only for operators who understand what they are buying. A $122K median suggests accessibility, but management intensity, vacancy drift, and capex surprises are real.

Regionally, 67657 sits on the difficult end of the KS spectrum. The a strong candidate for read — for disciplined operators — is that pricing reflects the difficulty.

The 67657 ZIP's population of 303 has faced economic pressure over the last decade. That pressure shows up in rent delinquency patterns that shows the need for careful underwriting.

Strategically, 67657 can be a high-return sleeve of a diversified portfolio — but it should not be the whole portfolio, and it should not be someone's first deal.

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🏦 Current 30-yr Fixed Mortgage Rate: 6.76% as of Sep 10 Source: Freddie Mac PMMS

Here's what matters if you're considering buying a home in Palco:

B Good
Buy Confidence Score: 77/100
Affordability
25/25
Appreciation
22/25
Stability
7/20
Timing
8/15
Rental backup
15/15
Affordability
Affordable
Homes cost 2× the median income
Value Trend
Declining (-1.4%)
How home values changed in the past year
Rental Backup
Strong
Could rent for $792/mo if you need to move
Market Conditions
BALANCED
Even conditions for buyers and sellers
Bottom Line: Mixed signals in this market. Research specific properties carefully and be prepared to negotiate.

Market Trends

Home Value History (with trend line)

$144K$126K$108K$90K$72K$54KFeb 2016May 2021Jul 2026

📊 How Does 67657 Compare?

Metric 67657 Palco Kansas
Home Value $121,852 $121,852 $237,409
5-Year CAGR 6.0% 6.0% 7.2%
Avg Rent $792 $792 -
Cap Rate 5.1% 5.1% -
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Investability
Good
Cap Rate
5.1%
Fair
5yr Growth
+6.0%
Strong

📊 Market Snapshot

Home Value $121,852
Monthly Rent $792
Price-to-Rent 12.8:1
1% Rule ✗ Fails

💰 Return Metrics

Gross Yield 7.8%
Cap Rate 5.1%
5-Year IRR 11.1%

📈 Home Appreciation

1-Year -1.4% ▼
3-Year CAGR +5.2% ▲
5-Year CAGR +6.0% ▲
10-Year CAGR +7.1% ▲

🏠 Rent Trends

1-Year N/A
3-Year CAGR N/A
5-Year CAGR N/A
Negative Leverage — IRR / Tax Play Cap Rate: 5.1%  |  30yr Rate: 6.8%
Leverage reduces cash returns at current rates.

The current 30-yr mortgage rate (6.8%) exceeds the estimated cap rate (5.1%). Financing reduces your cash-on-cash return below the cap rate. Markets like this may still make sense as IRR plays — factoring in appreciation, depreciation, and a future refinance when rates drop.

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⚠️ Risk Signals

Composite view of factors that can impact a ZIP's stability and your downside risk.

Vacancy
44.2%
Elevated risk
Landlord Climate
5.0/5
Friendly
Value Trend (5yr)
+6.0%
Growing
Eviction process: Fast Rent control: Favorable

Demographics in 67657

Population: 303

💰 Median Household Income
$61,406
This area
$61,406
State
$67,472
USA
$74,580
🏠 Renter Occupied
13.9%
This area
13.9%
State
22.4%
USA
34.0%
💼 Unemployment Rate
1.5%
This area
1.5%
State
-2.1%
USA
3.7%
🎓 College Educated
40.5%
This area
40.5%
State
17.3%
USA
33.7%
👤 Median Age
51.0 years
This area
51.0 years
State
32.6 years
USA
38.9 years
🏚️ Vacancy Rate
44.2%
This area
44.2%
State
16.4%
USA
10.5%
👥 Population by Ethnicity
White 88.6%
Other/Mixed 8.2%
Black/African American 3.3%
Hispanic/Latino 2.0%
👶 Under 18
20.8%
This area
20.8%
USA
22.0%
👴 65 and Over
38.8%
This area
38.8%
USA
17.3%
📊 Poverty Rate
4.3%
This area
4.3%
USA
11.5%

Crime & Safety

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🎓 Schools in 67657

A Avg School Grade
2 Schools
4.6:1 Avg Class Size
$21,978 Avg Per Pupil

Schools in This ZIP Code

A Very Good

Palco High

📚 09 – 12 High School
👥
20 Students
👨‍🏫
3.9:1 Class Size
💰
$21,978 Per Student
A Very Good

Palco Jr. High

📚 06 – 08 Middle
👥
15 Students
👨‍🏫
5.3:1 Class Size
💰
$21,978 Per Student
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  • School Environment — Size, type, and structure

Scores are updated annually using federal education data.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average monthly rent in Palco, KS?

Rent in Palco, KS is around $792/mo. The resulting rent-to-value relationship with $122K pricing is reasonable for most investor models.

How landlord-friendly is Palco, KS?

The landlord environment in Palco, KS is landlord-friendly. Statewide rules shape most day-to-day operations for rental owners.

Is Palco, KS a smart market for rental property?

With a 3.0/5 investability score, Palco, KS ranks as a solid market for rental property investors. Median prices of $122K and rents of $792/mo drive the underlying numbers.

How quickly do rentals get leased in Palco, KS?

Palco, KS carries elevated vacancy risk. Expect measured absorption at market rents of $792/mo.

Are tenants stable in Palco, KS?

Palco, KS draws a reliable base of working renters. Demand at the $792/mo rent level is reasonable for standard single-family and small multi rentals.

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