Ensign, KS

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 8/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 1/10
school Colleges 2/10
accessibility Hospitals 3/10
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
Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
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
Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
local_airport Airports
Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
accessibility Hospitals
Healthcare Scarce. The area has little to no access to hospitals or healthcare providers, requiring significant travel for most medical needs.
school Colleges
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
local_library Schools
Average to Mixed. Schools perform near average overall, though quality can vary by campus. Students have access to standard educational pathways, with some stronger programs available.

Residents

Population
113 332.4M (US)
Median Age
54.8 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
80.8% 64% (US)
College-Educated
15.0% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$70,000 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
100.0% 88% (US)
Average Commute
31 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
0.0% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$102,300 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$480 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$423 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
77.0% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Gray 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

Gray County
3
Kansas
4
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 0 5 32
Feb 1 2 36
Mar 2 5 44
Apr 2 1 53
May 2 0 64
Jun 2 0 73
Jul 2 0 79
Aug 2 0 77
Sep 2 0 68
Oct 2 0 56
Nov 1 1 43
Dec 1 4 33

Hazards

Blizzard

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 12% of residents leaning left and 84% leaning right.

Liberal (12%) (86%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 88%
Hillary Clinton 8%
Other 4%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 1, KS State Senate District 38, KS State House District 115, KS
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Schools

Montezuma Elem
12 miles, W • 3.2 star
South Gray High
12 miles, W • 4.6 star
Beeson Elementary
12 miles, E • 1 star
Cimarron High
12 miles, N • 1.4 star
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Colleges

Dodge City Community College
14 miles, E • 1.9 star
Garden City Community College
40 miles, NW • 1.9 star
Seward County Community College
56 miles, SW • 1.9 star
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Hospitals

Western Plains Medical Complex
15 miles, E • 3.2 star
Meade District Hospital
26 miles, SW • 4.1 star
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Airports

Garden City Regional Airport
33 miles, NW • 1 star
Hays Regional Airport
97 miles, NE • 1 star
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