Big Creek Township, KS
Livability
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Bikeability
1/10
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Walkability
1/10
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Transit
1/10
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Commute
9/10
home
Housing
6/10
visibility
Safety
7/10
local_library
Schools
5/10
local_airport
Airports
1/10
school
Colleges
1/10
accessibility
Hospitals
2/10
- directions_bike Bikeability
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Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
- directions_run Walkability
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Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
- directions_car Commute
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Convenient Commutes. Commutes are manageable, with reasonable travel times and access to reliable transportation options.
- directions_bus Transit
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Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
- home Housing
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Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
- visibility Safety
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Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
- local_airport Airports
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Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
- accessibility Hospitals
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Healthcare Scarce. The area has little to no access to hospitals or healthcare providers, requiring significant travel for most medical needs.
- school Colleges
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Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
- local_library Schools
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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
2,324
332.4M (US)
Median Age
40.7 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
82.8%
64% (US)
College-Educated
33.9%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$97,381
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
87.0%
88% (US)
Average Commute
15 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
1.7%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$179,500
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$459
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$778
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
69.1%
58% (US)
Crime
Violent Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.
How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places
Ellis County
3
Hays Urban Area
3
Kansas
4
Property Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.
How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places
Ellis County
3
Hays Urban Area
3
Kansas
4
Climate
| Month | Rain (in) | Snow (in) | Temp (°F) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 1 | 4 | 30 |
| Feb | 1 | 3 | 33 |
| Mar | 2 | 3 | 42 |
| Apr | 2 | 0 | 52 |
| May | 3 | 0 | 63 |
| Jun | 3 | 0 | 73 |
| Jul | 4 | 0 | 78 |
| Aug | 3 | 0 | 77 |
| Sep | 2 | 0 | 68 |
| Oct | 2 | 0 | 55 |
| Nov | 1 | 1 | 42 |
| Dec | 1 | 3 | 31 |
Hazards
Inland Flood Risk
Tornado Risk
Politics
Historical Voting Patterns
This place is deep red country, with 32% of residents leaning left and 63% leaning right.
Liberal (32%) (64%) Conservative2016 Presidential Election Results
Donald Trump 68%Related Legislative Districts
Congressional District 1, KS State Senate District 40, KS State House District 111, KSSchools
Kathryn O'Loughlin McCarthy Elem
2 miles, E
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4.1
Thomas More Prep-Marian High
2 miles, E
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5
Lincoln Elem
2 miles, E
•
1.4
Holy Family Elementary
2 miles, E
Colleges
Fort Hays State University
1 miles, E
•
1.9
Hays Academy of Hair Design
3 miles, E
•
1
Barton County Community College
47 miles, SE
•
1.4
Sterling College
77 miles, SE
•
1.9
Hospitals
Hays Medical Center
4 miles, E
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4.1
Rush County Memorial Hospital
23 miles, S
Rooks County Health Center
27 miles, NE
Russell Regional Hospital
27 miles, E
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2.3
Airports
Hays Regional Airport
5 miles, SE
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1
Salina Regional Airport
92 miles, SE
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1
Garden City Regional Airport
98 miles, W
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1
Kearney Regional Airport
130 miles, NE
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1