Butler County, KS

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 7/10
visibility Safety 7/10
local_library Schools 4/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
school Colleges 4/10
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
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
Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
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
Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
local_library Schools
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
67,916 332.4M (US)
Median Age
38.3 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
73.0% 64% (US)
College-Educated
32.6% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$80,375 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
89.9% 88% (US)
Average Commute
26 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
12.1% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$199,600 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$674 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$727 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
72.0% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Wichita Metro Area
7
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

Wichita Metro Area
7
Kansas
4
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 3 31
Feb 1 2 36
Mar 3 1 45
Apr 3 0 55
May 5 0 65
Jun 5 0 74
Jul 4 0 79
Aug 4 0 78
Sep 3 0 69
Oct 3 0 57
Nov 2 0 45
Dec 1 3 33

Hazards

Excessive Heat Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 33% of residents leaning left and 62% leaning right.

Liberal (33%) (63%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 63%
Hillary Clinton 30%
Other 7%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 4, KS State Senate District 14, KS State House District 75, KS
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Schools

Skelly Elementary School
3 miles, N • 1.4 star
Jefferson Elem
4 miles, N
Lincoln Elem
4 miles, N • 1.4 star
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Colleges

Butler Community College
3 miles, NW • 1.9 star
Paul Mitchell the School-Wichita
22 miles, W • 1 star
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Hospitals

Susan B Allen Memorial Hospital
3 miles, N • 2.3 star
Kansas Medical Center Llc
17 miles, W • 3.2 star
Kansas Heart Hospital
21 miles, W • 5 star
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Airports

Salina Regional Airport
83 miles, N • 1 star
Manhattan Regional Airport
95 miles, NE • 1 star
Stillwater Regional Airport
112 miles, SW • 1 star
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