Congressional District 1, KS
Livability
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Bikeability
2/10
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Walkability
1/10
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Transit
1/10
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Commute
8/10
home
Housing
8/10
visibility
Safety
7/10
local_library
Schools
3/10
local_airport
Airports
2/10
school
Colleges
3/10
accessibility
Hospitals
2/10
- 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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Convenient Commutes. Commutes are manageable, with reasonable travel times and access to reliable transportation options.
- 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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Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
- 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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Healthcare Scarce. The area has little to no access to hospitals or healthcare providers, requiring significant travel for most medical needs.
- school Colleges
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Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
- 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
732,112
332.4M (US)
Median Age
35.9 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
60.3%
64% (US)
College-Educated
29.9%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$64,651
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
86.3%
88% (US)
Average Commute
19 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
16.4%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$166,000
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$577
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$722
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
57.8%
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 | 0 | 4 | 29 |
| Feb | 0 | 3 | 33 |
| Mar | 2 | 2 | 43 |
| Apr | 2 | 0 | 53 |
| May | 4 | 0 | 63 |
| Jun | 4 | 0 | 73 |
| Jul | 3 | 0 | 78 |
| Aug | 3 | 0 | 77 |
| Sep | 2 | 0 | 68 |
| Oct | 2 | 0 | 55 |
| Nov | 1 | 1 | 42 |
| Dec | 0 | 3 | 31 |
Hazards
Inland Flood Risk
Tornado Risk
Politics
Historical Voting Patterns
This place is deep red country, with 31% of residents leaning left and 63% leaning right.
Liberal (32%) (64%) Conservative2016 Presidential Election Results
Donald Trump 64%Schools
Ellis Jr/Sr High
11 miles, N
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1.9
Washington Elem
11 miles, N
•
3.2
St Mary's School
12 miles, N
Kathryn O'Loughlin McCarthy Elem
13 miles, E
•
4.1
Colleges
Fort Hays State University
13 miles, E
•
1.9
Hays Academy of Hair Design
15 miles, E
•
1
Barton County Community College
51 miles, SE
•
1.4
Dodge City Community College
74 miles, SW
•
1.9
Hospitals
Hays Medical Center
15 miles, E
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4.1
Rush County Memorial Hospital
21 miles, S
Grisell Memorial Hospital
23 miles, W
Trego County Lemke Memorial Hospital
25 miles, NW
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3.2
Airports
Hays Regional Airport
15 miles, E
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1
Garden City Regional Airport
87 miles, W
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1
Salina Regional Airport
102 miles, E
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1
Kearney Regional Airport
138 miles, NE
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1