Hepler, KS

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 10/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 2/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
school Colleges 5/10
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
Extremely Affordable. The area offers very low housing costs and an overall cost of living that is highly accessible for most budgets.
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
Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
local_library Schools
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
118 332.4M (US)
Median Age
17.3 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
72.7% 64% (US)
College-Educated
9.3% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$55,625 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
60.6% 88% (US)
Average Commute
26 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
2.5% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$31,300 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$383 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$338 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
64.6% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Crawford County
2
Pittsburg Urban Area
2
Kansas
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Crawford County
3
Pittsburg Urban Area
3
Kansas
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 4 32
Feb 2 2 37
Mar 3 1 46
Apr 4 0 55
May 6 0 66
Jun 6 0 74
Jul 4 0 79
Aug 4 0 79
Sep 5 0 70
Oct 4 0 58
Nov 3 0 46
Dec 2 3 35

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 56% leaning right.

Liberal (40%) (56%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 69%
Hillary Clinton 27%
Other 4%

Schools

Girard High
12 miles, S 2.3 star
RV Haderlein Elem
12 miles, S 2.8 star
Girard Middle
12 miles, S 1.4 star
Uniontown High School
13 miles, N 1.4 star

Colleges

Fort Scott Community College
18 miles, E 1.9 star
Pittsburg State University
24 miles, S 2.3 star
Neosho County Community College
27 miles, NW 1.9 star
Labette Community College
27 miles, SW 1.9 star

Hospitals

Girard Medical Center
12 miles, S 3.2 star
Via Christi Hospital Pittsburg Inc
25 miles, S 3.2 star
Labette Health
29 miles, SW 5 star

Airports

Joplin Regional Airport
44 miles, S 1 star
Springfield-Branson National Airport
91 miles, SE 1.4 star
Northwest Arkansas Regional Airport
102 miles, S 1.9 star
Tulsa International Airport
113 miles, SW 2.3 star