Hesston, KS

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 8/10
visibility Safety 3/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
school Colleges 4/10
accessibility Hospitals 6/10
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
Convenient Commutes. Commutes are manageable, with reasonable travel times and access to reliable transportation options.
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
Elevated Risk. The area faces significant challenges with crime, creating concerns for personal and property safety.
local_airport Airports
Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
accessibility Hospitals
Adequate Access. Healthcare facilities are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be limited in number or specialization.
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
3,747 332.4M (US)
Median Age
40.8 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
59.8% 64% (US)
College-Educated
48.8% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$72,620 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
91.9% 88% (US)
Average Commute
19 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
28.1% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$183,000 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$602 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$707 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
54.8% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Harvey County
4
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

Harvey County
5
Wichita Metro Area
7
Kansas
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 4 30
Feb 1 2 35
Mar 2 1 44
Apr 2 0 54
May 5 0 65
Jun 5 0 74
Jul 4 0 80
Aug 4 0 78
Sep 2 0 69
Oct 2 0 56
Nov 2 1 43
Dec 1 3 32

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 53% leaning right.

Liberal (41%) (54%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 49%
Hillary Clinton 44%
Other 7%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 4, KS State Senate District 31, KS State House District 74, KS
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Schools

Hesston High
<1 miles, E • 3.2 star
Hesston Middle
<1 miles, S • 2.8 star
Hesston Elem
<1 miles, NW • 3.7 star
Moundridge High
6 miles, NW • 3.7 star
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Colleges

Hesston College
<1 miles, SW • 2.3 star
Bethel College-North Newton
6 miles, SE • 1.9 star
Tabor College
19 miles, NE • 1.9 star
McPherson College
20 miles, N • 1.9 star
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Hospitals

Mercy Hospital, Inc
7 miles, NW • 4.1 star
Newton Medical Center
10 miles, S • 5 star
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Airports

Salina Regional Airport
47 miles, N • 1 star
Manhattan Regional Airport
80 miles, NE • 1 star
Hays Regional Airport
111 miles, NW • 1 star
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