Congressional District 2, KS
Livability
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Bikeability
1/10
directions_run
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
4/10
school
Colleges
4/10
accessibility
Hospitals
5/10
- 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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Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
- accessibility Hospitals
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Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
- school Colleges
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Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
- 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
732,031
332.4M (US)
Median Age
37.7 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
64.2%
64% (US)
College-Educated
27.7%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$64,362
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
86.4%
88% (US)
Average Commute
22 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
15.3%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$156,500
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$574
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$707
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
59.9%
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 | 1 | 4 | 29 |
| Feb | 1 | 3 | 34 |
| Mar | 2 | 1 | 44 |
| Apr | 3 | 0 | 54 |
| May | 5 | 0 | 64 |
| Jun | 5 | 0 | 73 |
| Jul | 4 | 0 | 78 |
| Aug | 3 | 0 | 77 |
| Sep | 4 | 0 | 68 |
| Oct | 3 | 0 | 56 |
| Nov | 2 | 0 | 43 |
| Dec | 1 | 3 | 32 |
Hazards
Inland Flood Risk
Tornado Risk
Politics
Historical Voting Patterns
This place leans red, with 43% of residents leaning left and 52% leaning right. However, Donald Trump carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.
Liberal (43%) (53%) Conservative2016 Presidential Election Results
Donald Trump 55%Schools
Waverly Elem
7 miles, SE
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3.2
Lebo Elem
7 miles, NW
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2.8
Waverly High
7 miles, SE
•
2.3
Lebo High
7 miles, NW
•
2.8
Colleges
Emporia State University
24 miles, NW
•
1.9
Flint Hills Technical College
27 miles, NW
•
1.9
Ottawa University-Online
29 miles, E
Ottawa University-Ottawa
29 miles, E
•
1.9
Hospitals
Coffey County Hospital
14 miles, SW
•
4.1
Newman Regional Health
25 miles, NW
•
4.1
Anderson County Hospital
27 miles, SE
Adventhealth Ottawa
28 miles, E
•
5
Airports
Manhattan Regional Airport
72 miles, N
•
1
Kansas City International Airport
82 miles, NE
•
3.7
Wichita Dwight D Eisenhower National Airport
106 miles, W
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1.9
Salina Regional Airport
107 miles, NW
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1