Garden Plain Township, KS

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 5/10
visibility Safety 6/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
school Colleges 6/10
accessibility Hospitals 5/10
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
Expensive. The cost of housing and rent is above average, making it challenging for some to afford living in the area.
visibility Safety
Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
local_airport Airports
Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
accessibility Hospitals
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
school Colleges
Moderately Accessible. Colleges are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be more limited in number or quality.
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
2,301 332.4M (US)
Median Age
37.6 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
87.1% 64% (US)
College-Educated
38.8% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$89,375 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
94.8% 88% (US)
Average Commute
25 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
4.7% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$330,000 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$751 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$788 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
88.3% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Sedgwick County
7
Wichita Metro Area
7
Kansas
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Sedgwick County
8
Wichita Metro Area
7
Kansas
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 3 32
Feb 1 3 36
Mar 3 2 45
Apr 3 0 55
May 5 0 65
Jun 5 0 75
Jul 4 0 80
Aug 4 0 79
Sep 3 0 70
Oct 3 0 58
Nov 2 1 45
Dec 1 3 33

Hazards

Excessive Heat Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 24% of residents leaning left and 71% leaning right.

Liberal (24%) (72%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 74%
Hillary Clinton 19%
Other 7%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 4, KS State Senate District 26, KS State House District 101, KS
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Schools

Garden Plain Elem
2 miles, SW • 3.2 star
Garden Plain High
2 miles, SW • 2.8 star
Challenger Intermediate School
4 miles, SE • 2.8 star
Oak Street Elementary School K-4
4 miles, SE • 2.8 star
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Colleges

Crave Beauty Academy
14 miles, SE • 1 star
Newman University
15 miles, SE • 2.8 star
Wichita Technical Institute
15 miles, SE • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Via Christi Hospital-Wichita
17 miles, E • 2.3 star
Wesley Medical Center
19 miles, E • 5 star
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Airports

Salina Regional Airport
76 miles, N • 1 star
Stillwater Regional Airport
110 miles, S • 1 star
Manhattan Regional Airport
114 miles, NE • 1 star
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