Brown County, KS

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 3/10
local_airport Airports 5/10
school Colleges 3/10
accessibility Hospitals 4/10
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
Convenient Commutes. Commutes are manageable, with reasonable travel times and access to reliable transportation options.
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
Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
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
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
school Colleges
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
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
9,415 332.4M (US)
Median Age
42.0 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
61.0% 64% (US)
College-Educated
18.3% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$58,886 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
85.9% 88% (US)
Average Commute
18 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
10.4% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$111,100 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$496 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$443 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
62.5% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Kansas
4
United States
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Kansas
4
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 5 26
Feb 1 5 30
Mar 2 2 41
Apr 3 0 53
May 5 0 63
Jun 5 0 73
Jul 4 0 76
Aug 4 0 75
Sep 3 0 67
Oct 3 0 54
Nov 2 1 41
Dec 1 4 29

Hazards

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 73%
Hillary Clinton 21%
Other 6%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 2, KS State Senate District 1, KS State House District 62, KS
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Schools

Hiawatha Elem
3 miles, NE • 2.3 star
Hiawatha Middle School
3 miles, E • 1.9 star
Hiawatha Sr High
3 miles, E • 2.3 star
Horton Elem
11 miles, S • 1.9 star

Colleges

Highland Community College
16 miles, E • 1.9 star
Benedictine College
30 miles, SE • 1.9 star
Hillyard Technical Center
41 miles, SE • 1.9 star

Hospitals

Hiawatha Community Hospital
3 miles, E • 4.1 star
Community Medical Center, Inc
18 miles, N • 4.1 star
Holton Community Hospital
26 miles, SW • 3.2 star

Airports

Kansas City International Airport
58 miles, SE • 3.7 star
Manhattan Regional Airport
75 miles, W • 1 star
Lincoln Airport
94 miles, N • 1 star
Eppley Airfield
104 miles, N • 2.8 star