Hope, KS

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 8/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 4/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
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
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
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
463 332.4M (US)
Median Age
39.4 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
64.5% 64% (US)
College-Educated
12.0% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$48,750 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
77.3% 88% (US)
Average Commute
26 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
5.0% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$105,900 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$539 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$475 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
67.3% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Dickinson 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

Dickinson County
3
Kansas
4
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 4 29
Feb 1 3 34
Mar 3 1 43
Apr 3 0 54
May 5 0 64
Jun 5 0 74
Jul 4 0 79
Aug 4 0 78
Sep 3 0 68
Oct 3 0 56
Nov 2 1 43
Dec 1 4 31

Hazards

Excessive Heat Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 27% of residents leaning left and 69% leaning right.

Liberal (27%) (69%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 75%
Hillary Clinton 19%
Other 6%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 1, KS State Senate District 24, KS State House District 70, KS
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Schools

Hope High
<1 miles, SE • 3.2 star
Hope Elem
<1 miles, SE • 2.8 star
Herington Middle Sch
7 miles, SE • 1 star
Herington Elem
7 miles, SE • 2.3 star
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Colleges

Tabor College
25 miles, SW • 1.9 star
Kansas Wesleyan University
30 miles, NW • 1.9 star
Salina Area Technical College
31 miles, NW • 1.9 star
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Hospitals

Herington Municipal Hospital
7 miles, SE • 4.1 star
Memorial Hospital
18 miles, N • 2.3 star
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Airports

Salina Regional Airport
32 miles, NW • 1 star
Manhattan Regional Airport
38 miles, NE • 1 star
Hays Regional Airport
119 miles, NW • 1 star
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