Belle Plaine Township, KS

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 7/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 2/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
school Colleges 7/10
accessibility Hospitals 9/10
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
Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
accessibility Hospitals
Well-Served. A good range of reputable hospitals and healthcare providers are easily accessible, ensuring reliable medical services.
school Colleges
Moderately Accessible. Colleges are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be more limited in number or quality.
local_library Schools
Limited Opportunity. Schools often face persistent academic or resource challenges. Graduation rates, college readiness, and access to advanced programs may be below average.

Residents

Population
3,062 332.4M (US)
Median Age
43.5 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
73.5% 64% (US)
College-Educated
24.3% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$75,806 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
94.2% 88% (US)
Average Commute
32 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
4.3% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$154,000 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$647 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$566 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
72.6% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Sumner County
2
Wichita Metro Area
7
Kansas
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Sumner County
4
Wichita Metro Area
7
Kansas
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 3 32
Feb 1 2 36
Mar 3 1 46
Apr 3 0 56
May 5 0 65
Jun 6 0 75
Jul 4 0 80
Aug 4 0 79
Sep 3 0 70
Oct 3 0 57
Nov 2 0 45
Dec 1 3 34

Hazards

Excessive Heat Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 27% of residents leaning left and 68% leaning right.

Liberal (27%) (69%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 77%
Hillary Clinton 17%
Other 6%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 4, KS State Senate District 32, KS State House District 79, KS
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Schools

Belle Plaine High
2 miles, S • 2.3 star
Belle Plaine Middle
2 miles, S • 1.4 star
Belle Plaine Elem
2 miles, S • 1.4 star
Mulvane Middle School
5 miles, NE • 1.9 star
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Colleges

Wichita Technical Institute
17 miles, N • 1.4 star
Newman University
18 miles, N • 2.8 star
Friends University
18 miles, N • 2.3 star
Old Town Barber College-Wichita
18 miles, N • 1 star
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Hospitals

Wesley Medical Center
19 miles, N • 5 star
Via Christi Hospital-Wichita
19 miles, N • 2.3 star
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Airports

Stillwater Regional Airport
88 miles, S • 1 star
Salina Regional Airport
96 miles, N • 1 star
Tulsa International Airport
115 miles, S • 2.3 star
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