Damar, 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
9/10
home
Housing
9/10
visibility
Safety
9/10
local_library
Schools
3/10
local_airport
Airports
1/10
school
Colleges
2/10
accessibility
Hospitals
4/10
- 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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Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
- 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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Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
- 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
150
332.4M (US)
Median Age
51.1 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
56.2%
64% (US)
College-Educated
34.7%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$42,167
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
82.3%
88% (US)
Average Commute
17 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
16.0%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$95,000
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$438
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$444
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
45.3%
58% (US)
Crime
Violent Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.
How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places
Rooks County
2
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
Rooks County
1
Kansas
4
United States
4
Climate
| Month | Rain (in) | Snow (in) | Temp (°F) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 1 | 4 | 29 |
| Feb | 1 | 4 | 32 |
| Mar | 2 | 3 | 42 |
| Apr | 2 | 1 | 52 |
| May | 4 | 0 | 62 |
| Jun | 3 | 0 | 73 |
| Jul | 4 | 0 | 79 |
| Aug | 3 | 0 | 77 |
| Sep | 2 | 0 | 67 |
| Oct | 2 | 1 | 53 |
| Nov | 1 | 2 | 41 |
| Dec | 1 | 3 | 30 |
Hazards
Blizzard
Excessive Heat Risk
Inland Flood Risk
Tornado Risk
Politics
Historical Voting Patterns
This place is deep red country, with 14% of residents leaning left and 81% leaning right.
Liberal (14%) (81%) Conservative2016 Presidential Election Results
Donald Trump 87%Related Legislative Districts
Congressional District 1, KS State Senate District 36, KS State House District 110, KSSchools
Damar Elementary School
<1 miles, N
•
3.2
Palco Jr High
5 miles, S
•
2.8
Palco High
5 miles, S
•
3.2
Hill City Elem
14 miles, NW
•
1.4
Colleges
Hays Academy of Hair Design
33 miles, S
•
1
Fort Hays State University
34 miles, S
•
1.9
Barton County Community College
78 miles, S
•
1.4
Colby Community College
79 miles, NW
•
1.9
Hospitals
Graham County Hospital
14 miles, NW
•
3.2
Rooks County Health Center
16 miles, SE
Trego County Lemke Memorial Hospital
25 miles, SW
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3.2
Phillips County Hospital
33 miles, NE
Airports
Hays Regional Airport
37 miles, S
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1
Kearney Regional Airport
102 miles, NE
•
1
Salina Regional Airport
110 miles, SE
•
1
Garden City Regional Airport
114 miles, SW
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1