Brownell, KS

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 10/10
home Housing 10/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 3/10
local_airport Airports 1/10
school Colleges 2/10
accessibility Hospitals 5/10
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
Commuter’s Dream. The area offers extremely short and efficient commutes, with minimal travel times and excellent accessibility.
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
Extremely Affordable. The area offers very low housing costs and an overall cost of living that is highly accessible for most budgets.
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
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
18 332.4M (US)
Median Age
72.7 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
88.9% 64% (US)
College-Educated
31.2% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$108,950 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
77.8% 88% (US)
Average Commute
7 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
0.0% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$158,000 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$313 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$429 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
30.0% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Ness County
3
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

Ness County
2
Kansas
4
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 5 31
Feb 1 3 34
Mar 2 4 43
Apr 2 1 53
May 3 0 62
Jun 3 0 73
Jul 3 0 79
Aug 3 0 77
Sep 2 0 68
Oct 2 0 55
Nov 1 1 42
Dec 1 4 32

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 19% of residents leaning left and 78% leaning right.

Liberal (19%) (78%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 82%
Hillary Clinton 13%
Other 5%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 1, KS State Senate District 33, KS State House District 118, KS
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Schools

Western Plains High
10 miles, NW • 2.8 star
Western Plains North Elem
10 miles, W • 3.2 star
Western Plains South Elem/Jr High
14 miles, S • 3.2 star
Ness City Elem
15 miles, SW • 1.4 star
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Colleges

Fort Hays State University
27 miles, E • 1.9 star
Hays Academy of Hair Design
29 miles, E • 1 star
Barton County Community College
57 miles, SE • 1.4 star
Dodge City Community College
62 miles, SW • 1.9 star
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Hospitals

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Airports

Hays Regional Airport
29 miles, E • 1 star
Garden City Regional Airport
72 miles, W • 1 star
Salina Regional Airport
113 miles, E • 1 star
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