Greenwood County, KS

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 6/10
local_library Schools 4/10
local_airport Airports 4/10
school Colleges 4/10
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
Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
local_airport Airports
Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
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
Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
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
5,956 332.4M (US)
Median Age
48.4 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
63.1% 64% (US)
College-Educated
19.0% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$58,276 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
83.6% 88% (US)
Average Commute
26 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
4.5% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$82,600 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$455 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$426 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
56.2% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

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 30
Feb 1 2 35
Mar 3 1 44
Apr 3 0 54
May 5 0 64
Jun 6 0 73
Jul 4 0 78
Aug 4 0 77
Sep 4 0 68
Oct 3 0 57
Nov 2 0 44
Dec 1 3 32

Hazards

Excessive Heat Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 26% of residents leaning left and 68% leaning right.

Liberal (27%) (69%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 74%
Hillary Clinton 18%
Other 7%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 4, KS State Senate District 14, KS State House District 13, KS
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Schools

Marshall Elementary School
4 miles, SW • 2.3 star
Eureka Jr/Sr High
4 miles, SW • 2.3 star
Hamilton Elem
8 miles, NE • 3.2 star
Hamilton High
8 miles, NE • 3.2 star

Colleges

Butler Community College
35 miles, W • 1.9 star
Emporia State University
37 miles, NE • 1.9 star
Flint Hills Technical College
37 miles, NE • 1.9 star
Neosho County Community College
45 miles, SE • 1.9 star

Hospitals

Greenwood County Hospital
4 miles, SW • 3.2 star
Fredonia Regional Hospital
33 miles, S • 3.2 star
Susan B Allen Memorial Hospital
34 miles, W • 2.3 star
Coffey County Hospital
35 miles, E • 4.1 star

Airports

Manhattan Regional Airport
90 miles, N • 1 star
Salina Regional Airport
99 miles, NW • 1 star
Joplin Regional Airport
108 miles, SE • 1 star