Bala, KS

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 10/10
home Housing 6/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 4/10
local_airport Airports 1/10
school Colleges 5/10
accessibility Hospitals 5/10
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
Commuter’s Dream. The area offers extremely short and efficient commutes, with minimal travel times and excellent accessibility.
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
Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
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
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
school Colleges
Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
local_library Schools
Average to Mixed. Schools perform near average overall, though quality can vary by campus. Students have access to standard educational pathways, with some stronger programs available.

Residents

Population
0 332.4M (US)
Median Age
38.5 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
0.0% 64% (US)
College-Educated
0.0% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$76,607 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
0.0% 88% (US)
Average Commute
0 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
0.0% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$195,900 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$726 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$918 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
0.0% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Riley County
4
Manhattan 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

Riley County
4
Manhattan Metro Area
3
Kansas
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 4 28
Feb 1 4 33
Mar 2 2 43
Apr 3 0 54
May 5 0 64
Jun 5 0 73
Jul 4 0 79
Aug 4 0 77
Sep 3 0 68
Oct 2 0 56
Nov 2 1 42
Dec 1 4 31

Hazards

Excessive Heat Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 26% of residents leaning left and 69% leaning right.

Liberal (26%) (69%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 72%
Hillary Clinton 20%
Other 8%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 1, KS State Senate District 22, KS State House District 64, KS
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Schools

Riley County High School
6 miles, E • 2.3 star
Riley County Grade School
7 miles, SE • 3.7 star
Wakefield High
8 miles, SW • 3.2 star
Wakefield Elem
8 miles, SW • 1.9 star
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Colleges

Manhattan Area Technical College
20 miles, SE • 1.9 star
Bellus Academy
20 miles, SE • 1 star
Kansas State University
22 miles, SE • 2.8 star
Manhattan Christian College
22 miles, SE • 1.9 star
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Hospitals

Clay County Medical Center
11 miles, NW • 4.1 star
Mercy Regional Health Center
20 miles, SE • 3.2 star
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Airports

Manhattan Regional Airport
19 miles, SE • 1 star
Salina Regional Airport
52 miles, W • 1 star
Lincoln Airport
107 miles, NE • 1 star
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