Alta Vista, KS

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 5/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 6/10
local_airport Airports 1/10
school Colleges 6/10
accessibility Hospitals 7/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
directions_run Walkability
Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
directions_car Commute
Lengthy Commutes. Commutes are often time-consuming due to distance, congestion, or limited transportation options.
directions_bus Transit
Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
home Housing
Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
visibility Safety
Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
local_airport Airports
Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
accessibility Hospitals
Adequate Access. Healthcare facilities are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be limited in number or specialization.
school Colleges
Moderately Accessible. Colleges are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be more limited in number or quality.
local_library Schools
Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.

Residents

Population
484 332.4M (US)
Median Age
37.7 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
61.9% 64% (US)
College-Educated
9.3% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$47,500 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
76.3% 88% (US)
Average Commute
37 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
6.2% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$82,800 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$486 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$668 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
50.4% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Wabaunsee County
1
Topeka Metro Area
4
Kansas
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Wabaunsee County
2
Topeka Metro Area
6
Kansas
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 5 29
Feb 1 4 33
Mar 3 2 44
Apr 3 0 54
May 5 0 64
Jun 5 0 74
Jul 4 0 79
Aug 4 0 77
Sep 3 0 68
Oct 3 0 56
Nov 2 1 43
Dec 1 4 31

Hazards

Excessive Heat Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 25% of residents leaning left and 70% leaning right.

Liberal (25%) (70%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 73%
Hillary Clinton 20%
Other 7%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 2, KS State Senate District 20, KS State House District 51, KS
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Schools

Prairie Heights Elementary School
<1 miles, E • 3.7 star
White City Elem
14 miles, W • 2.8 star
White City High
14 miles, W • 3.2 star
Council Grove Elementary School
14 miles, S • 2.3 star
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Colleges

Manhattan Christian College
23 miles, N • 1.9 star
Kansas State University
23 miles, N • 2.8 star
Bellus Academy
24 miles, N • 1 star
Manhattan Area Technical College
24 miles, N • 1.9 star
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Hospitals

Morris County Hospital
14 miles, SW • 4.1 star
Geary Community Hospital
22 miles, NW • 3.2 star
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Airports

Manhattan Regional Airport
22 miles, N • 1 star
Salina Regional Airport
63 miles, W • 1 star
Kansas City International Airport
100 miles, E • 3.7 star
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