Cherokee 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 6/10
local_library Schools 2/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
school Colleges 4/10
accessibility Hospitals 6/10
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
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
Adequate Access. Healthcare facilities are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be limited in number or specialization.
school Colleges
Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
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
19,236 332.4M (US)
Median Age
42.0 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
66.5% 64% (US)
College-Educated
20.1% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$58,274 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
84.9% 88% (US)
Average Commute
22 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
10.6% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$99,400 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$483 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$521 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
61.2% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Joplin Metro Area
4
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

Joplin Metro Area
6
Kansas
4
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 3 33
Feb 2 2 38
Mar 3 1 47
Apr 4 0 56
May 6 0 66
Jun 5 0 74
Jul 4 0 79
Aug 3 0 78
Sep 5 0 70
Oct 4 0 58
Nov 3 0 47
Dec 2 3 35

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 (34%) (63%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 73%
Hillary Clinton 22%
Other 5%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 2, KS State Senate District 13, KS State House District 1, KS
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Schools

Columbus High
<1 miles, NW • 2.3 star
Highland Elem
<1 miles, NW • 1.9 star
Central Elem
<1 miles, SW • 1.4 star
Park Elem
<1 miles, SE
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Colleges

Pittsburg State University
17 miles, NE • 2.3 star
Ozark Christian College
19 miles, SE • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

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Airports

Joplin Regional Airport
19 miles, SE • 1 star
Northwest Arkansas Regional Airport
68 miles, S • 1.9 star
Tulsa International Airport
88 miles, SW • 2.3 star
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