Gorham, KS
Livability
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Bikeability
2/10
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Walkability
1/10
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Transit
1/10
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Commute
8/10
home
Housing
9/10
visibility
Safety
6/10
local_library
Schools
2/10
local_airport
Airports
1/10
school
Colleges
2/10
accessibility
Hospitals
2/10
- 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
355
332.4M (US)
Median Age
27.5 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
52.8%
64% (US)
College-Educated
10.1%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$52,500
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
90.8%
88% (US)
Average Commute
19 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
9.2%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$95,000
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$380
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$528
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
59.2%
58% (US)
Crime
Violent Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.
How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places
Russell County
5
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
Russell County
3
Kansas
4
United States
4
Climate
| Month | Rain (in) | Snow (in) | Temp (°F) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 1 | 4 | 30 |
| Feb | 1 | 3 | 33 |
| Mar | 2 | 3 | 43 |
| Apr | 2 | 0 | 53 |
| May | 3 | 0 | 63 |
| Jun | 3 | 0 | 74 |
| Jul | 4 | 0 | 79 |
| Aug | 3 | 0 | 77 |
| Sep | 2 | 0 | 68 |
| Oct | 2 | 0 | 55 |
| Nov | 1 | 1 | 42 |
| Dec | 1 | 4 | 31 |
Hazards
Blizzard
Inland Flood Risk
Tornado Risk
Politics
Historical Voting Patterns
This place is deep red country, with 18% of residents leaning left and 79% leaning right.
Liberal (18%) (79%) Conservative2016 Presidential Election Results
Donald Trump 84%Related Legislative Districts
Congressional District 1, KS State Senate District 36, KS State House District 109, KSSchools
Victoria Junior-Senior High School
7 miles, W
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2.3
Victoria Elementary
7 miles, W
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2.3
Bickerdyke Elem
9 miles, E
•
1.4
Simpson Elem
9 miles, E
Colleges
Hays Academy of Hair Design
15 miles, NW
•
1
Fort Hays State University
17 miles, W
•
1.9
Barton County Community College
36 miles, S
•
1.4
Sterling College
63 miles, S
•
1.9
Hospitals
Russell Regional Hospital
9 miles, E
•
2.3
Hays Medical Center
15 miles, W
•
4.1
Clara Barton Hospital
28 miles, S
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4.1
Rush County Memorial Hospital
29 miles, SW
Airports
Hays Regional Airport
14 miles, W
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1
Salina Regional Airport
74 miles, SE
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1
Garden City Regional Airport
113 miles, W
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1
Wichita Dwight D Eisenhower National Airport
121 miles, SE
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1.9