Canton 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
7/10
home
Housing
8/10
visibility
Safety
10/10
local_library
Schools
3/10
local_airport
Airports
2/10
school
Colleges
6/10
accessibility
Hospitals
6/10
- 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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Secure and Stable. The area has very low levels of violent and property crime, offering a highly secure environment for residents.
- 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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Moderately Accessible. Colleges are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be more limited in number or quality.
- local_library Schools
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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
901
332.4M (US)
Median Age
34.1 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
74.0%
64% (US)
College-Educated
11.3%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$67,500
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
91.9%
88% (US)
Average Commute
25 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
7.4%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$130,800
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$633
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$509
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
73.0%
58% (US)
Crime
Violent Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.
How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places
McPherson County
1
McPherson Urban Area
1
Kansas
4
Property Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.
How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places
McPherson County
1
McPherson Urban Area
1
Kansas
4
Climate
| Month | Rain (in) | Snow (in) | Temp (°F) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 1 | 4 | 29 |
| Feb | 1 | 3 | 34 |
| Mar | 2 | 2 | 44 |
| Apr | 3 | 1 | 54 |
| May | 5 | 0 | 64 |
| Jun | 5 | 0 | 74 |
| Jul | 4 | 0 | 79 |
| Aug | 4 | 0 | 78 |
| Sep | 3 | 0 | 69 |
| Oct | 2 | 0 | 56 |
| Nov | 2 | 1 | 43 |
| Dec | 1 | 4 | 31 |
Hazards
Inland Flood Risk
Tornado Risk
Politics
Historical Voting Patterns
This place is deep red country, with 26% of residents leaning left and 69% leaning right.
Liberal (26%) (70%) Conservative2016 Presidential Election Results
Donald Trump 72%Related Legislative Districts
Congressional District 1, KS State Senate District 14, KS State House District 74, KSSchools
Canton-Galva Jr/Sr High
2 miles, SW
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1.9
Canton-Galva Elementary
7 miles, W
•
1.4
Goessel High
11 miles, S
•
2.8
Goessel Elem
12 miles, S
•
3.2
Colleges
McPherson College
12 miles, W
•
1.9
Tabor College
12 miles, SE
•
1.9
Central Christian College of Kansas
14 miles, W
•
1.4
Bethany College
18 miles, NW
•
1.9
Hospitals
Hillsboro Community Hospital
13 miles, SE
McPherson Hospital
14 miles, W
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4.1
Mercy Hospital, Inc
15 miles, SW
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4.1
Lindsborg Community Hospital
19 miles, NW
Airports
Salina Regional Airport
30 miles, N
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1
Wichita Dwight D Eisenhower National Airport
52 miles, SW
•
1.9
Manhattan Regional Airport
65 miles, NE
•
1
Hays Regional Airport
105 miles, NW
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1