Emporia Urban Area, 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
7/10
local_library
Schools
2/10
local_airport
Airports
3/10
school
Colleges
2/10
accessibility
Hospitals
3/10
- 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
34,724
332.4M (US)
Median Age
34.0 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
58.7%
64% (US)
College-Educated
27.9%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$58,788
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
85.9%
88% (US)
Average Commute
17 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
22.0%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$137,800
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$583
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$617
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
52.3%
58% (US)
Crime
Violent Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.
How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places
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 | 3 | 29 |
| Feb | 1 | 2 | 33 |
| Mar | 3 | 1 | 43 |
| Apr | 3 | 0 | 54 |
| May | 5 | 0 | 64 |
| Jun | 5 | 0 | 73 |
| Jul | 4 | 0 | 78 |
| Aug | 4 | 0 | 77 |
| Sep | 3 | 0 | 68 |
| Oct | 3 | 0 | 56 |
| Nov | 2 | 1 | 43 |
| Dec | 1 | 3 | 31 |
Hazards
Excessive Heat Risk
Inland Flood Risk
Tornado Risk
Politics
Historical Voting Patterns
This place is a Republican stronghold, with 40% of residents leaning left and 54% leaning right.
Liberal (40%) (55%) Conservative2016 Presidential Election Results
Donald Trump 55%Related Legislative Districts
Congressional District 2, KS State Senate District 14, KS State House District 13, KSSchools
Emporia High
8 miles, E
•
2.3
Emporia Middle School
8 miles, E
•
1.4
Timmerman Elementary
8 miles, E
•
3.7
Village Elem
8 miles, E
•
1.9
Colleges
Flint Hills Technical College
8 miles, E
•
1.9
Emporia State University
10 miles, E
•
1.9
Tabor College
46 miles, W
•
1.9
Butler Community College
49 miles, SW
•
1.9
Hospitals
Newman Regional Health
9 miles, E
•
4.1
Morris County Hospital
21 miles, N
•
4.1
St Luke Hospital & Living Center
35 miles, W
Coffey County Hospital
36 miles, SE
•
4.1
Airports
Manhattan Regional Airport
55 miles, N
•
1
Salina Regional Airport
75 miles, NW
•
1
Wichita Dwight D Eisenhower National Airport
77 miles, W
•
1.9
Kansas City International Airport
109 miles, E
•
3.7