Hiawatha, KS
Livability
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Bikeability
1/10
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Walkability
1/10
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Transit
1/10
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Commute
9/10
home
Housing
9/10
visibility
Safety
8/10
local_library
Schools
3/10
local_airport
Airports
5/10
school
Colleges
3/10
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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Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
- local_airport Airports
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Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
- 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
3,223
332.4M (US)
Median Age
41.8 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
54.1%
64% (US)
College-Educated
18.5%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$65,058
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
84.6%
88% (US)
Average Commute
14 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
12.7%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$112,500
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$470
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$480
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
56.4%
58% (US)
Crime
Violent Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.
How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places
Brown County
2
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
Brown County
4
Kansas
4
United States
4
Climate
| Month | Rain (in) | Snow (in) | Temp (°F) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 1 | 6 | 26 |
| Feb | 1 | 6 | 31 |
| Mar | 2 | 3 | 42 |
| Apr | 3 | 1 | 53 |
| May | 5 | 0 | 63 |
| Jun | 5 | 0 | 73 |
| Jul | 5 | 0 | 77 |
| Aug | 4 | 0 | 75 |
| Sep | 3 | 0 | 67 |
| Oct | 3 | 0 | 55 |
| Nov | 2 | 2 | 41 |
| Dec | 1 | 5 | 29 |
Hazards
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%) Conservative2016 Presidential Election Results
Donald Trump 72%Related Legislative Districts
Congressional District 2, KS State Senate District 1, KS State House District 62, KSSchools
Hiawatha Elem
<1 miles, NE
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2.3
Hiawatha Middle School
<1 miles, SE
•
1.9
Hiawatha Sr High
<1 miles, E
•
2.3
Horton Elem
13 miles, S
•
1.9
Colleges
Highland Community College
14 miles, E
•
1.9
Benedictine College
30 miles, SE
•
1.9
American Business and Technology University
38 miles, SE
Hillyard Technical Center
39 miles, SE
•
1.9
Hospitals
Hiawatha Community Hospital
<1 miles, E
•
4.1
Sabetha Community Hospital
15 miles, NW
Community Medical Center, Inc
16 miles, N
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4.1
Holton Community Hospital
28 miles, SW
•
3.2
Airports
Kansas City International Airport
58 miles, SE
•
3.7
Manhattan Regional Airport
78 miles, W
•
1
Lincoln Airport
94 miles, N
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1
Eppley Airfield
102 miles, N
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2.8