Blue Valley 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
6/10
home
Housing
8/10
visibility
Safety
9/10
local_library
Schools
5/10
local_airport
Airports
1/10
school
Colleges
5/10
accessibility
Hospitals
7/10
- 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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Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
- 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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Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
- visibility Safety
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Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
- 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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Adequate Access. Healthcare facilities are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be limited in number or specialization.
- school Colleges
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Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
- 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
435
332.4M (US)
Median Age
41.2 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
82.2%
64% (US)
College-Educated
27.4%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$80,000
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
91.1%
88% (US)
Average Commute
28 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
6.2%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$152,400
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$547
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$556
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
75.8%
58% (US)
Crime
Violent Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.
How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places
Pottawatomie County
3
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
Pottawatomie County
3
Manhattan Metro Area
3
Kansas
4
Climate
| Month | Rain (in) | Snow (in) | Temp (°F) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 1 | 5 | 27 |
| Feb | 1 | 5 | 32 |
| Mar | 2 | 2 | 42 |
| Apr | 3 | 0 | 53 |
| May | 5 | 0 | 63 |
| Jun | 5 | 0 | 73 |
| Jul | 4 | 0 | 78 |
| Aug | 4 | 0 | 76 |
| Sep | 3 | 0 | 67 |
| Oct | 3 | 0 | 55 |
| Nov | 2 | 1 | 42 |
| Dec | 1 | 4 | 29 |
Hazards
Excessive Heat Risk
Inland Flood Risk
Tornado Risk
Politics
Historical Voting Patterns
This place is deep red country, with 22% of residents leaning left and 71% leaning right.
Liberal (22%) (71%) Conservative2016 Presidential Election Results
Donald Trump 76%Related Legislative Districts
Congressional District 1, KS State Senate District 18, KS State House District 61, KSSchools
McCormick Elementary
2 miles, S
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4.1
Randolph Middle
6 miles, W
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2.8
Blue Valley High
6 miles, W
•
2.3
Riley County High School
13 miles, W
•
2.3
Colleges
Manhattan Area Technical College
18 miles, S
•
1.9
Bellus Academy
18 miles, S
•
1
Kansas State University
19 miles, S
•
2.8
Manhattan Christian College
19 miles, S
•
1.9
Hospitals
Manhattan Surgical Hospital Llc
18 miles, S
Mercy Regional Health Center
18 miles, S
•
3.2
Wamego Health Center
24 miles, SE
•
4.1
Community Hospital, Onaga and St Marys Campus
25 miles, E
•
4.1
Airports
Manhattan Regional Airport
22 miles, SW
•
1
Salina Regional Airport
71 miles, W
•
1
Lincoln Airport
97 miles, N
•
1
Kansas City International Airport
104 miles, SE
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3.7