Basehor, KS

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 6/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 4/10
school Colleges 5/10
accessibility Hospitals 8/10
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
Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
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
Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
accessibility Hospitals
Well-Served. A good range of reputable hospitals and healthcare providers are easily accessible, ensuring reliable medical services.
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
7,229 332.4M (US)
Median Age
38.6 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
74.7% 64% (US)
College-Educated
38.5% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$106,325 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
92.9% 88% (US)
Average Commute
30 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
12.5% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$314,100 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$823 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,021 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
73.6% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Leavenworth County
4
Kansas City Metro Area
5
Kansas
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Leavenworth County
3
Kansas City Metro Area
5
Kansas
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 4 29
Feb 1 4 33
Mar 3 1 44
Apr 4 0 54
May 5 0 64
Jun 6 0 73
Jul 4 0 78
Aug 4 0 77
Sep 4 0 68
Oct 3 0 56
Nov 2 1 43
Dec 2 4 31

Hazards

Excessive Heat Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place leans red, with 43% of residents leaning left and 52% leaning right. However, Donald Trump carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (43%) (53%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 56%
Hillary Clinton 37%
Other 7%

Schools

Basehor-Linwood High School
<1 miles, W 2.8 star
Basehor Elementary School
<1 miles, NW 2.8 star
Delaware Ridge Elementary
3 miles, SE 2.3 star
Glenwood Ridge Elementary School
3 miles, SW 3.7 star

Colleges

Kansas City Kansas Community College
10 miles, SE 1.4 star
University of Saint Mary
10 miles, NE 1.9 star
Park University
14 miles, E 2.3 star
Donnelly College
15 miles, SE 1.4 star

Hospitals

Providence Medical Center
8 miles, SE 5 star
Saint John Hospital
10 miles, NE 4.1 star
Saint Luke's Cushing Hospital
12 miles, NE 4.1 star
Adventhealth Shawnee Mission
16 miles, SE 5 star

Airports

Kansas City International Airport
16 miles, E 3.7 star
Manhattan Regional Airport
93 miles, NW 1 star
Joplin Regional Airport
139 miles, S 1 star
Columbia Regional Airport
147 miles, SE 1 star