Latham, KS

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 3/10
home Housing 10/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 2/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
school Colleges 3/10
accessibility Hospitals 4/10
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
Challenging Commutes. The area has long, difficult commutes with significant delays, congestion, or limited transit infrastructure.
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
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
school Colleges
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
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
164 332.4M (US)
Median Age
23.7 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
86.4% 64% (US)
College-Educated
1.7% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$67,045 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
22.7% 88% (US)
Average Commute
55 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
60.7% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$27,500 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$263 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$424 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
22.4% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Butler County
3
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

Butler County
5
Wichita Metro Area
7
Kansas
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 3 32
Feb 1 3 37
Mar 3 1 46
Apr 3 0 56
May 5 0 66
Jun 6 0 75
Jul 4 0 80
Aug 4 0 79
Sep 3 0 70
Oct 3 0 58
Nov 2 1 45
Dec 1 3 34

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 20%
Other 5%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 4, KS State Senate District 32, KS State House District 12, KS
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Schools

Bluestem Jr/Sr High
13 miles, N • 1.4 star
Bluestem Elementary School
13 miles, N • 1.9 star
Central Elem
16 miles, SW • 2.8 star
Central Jr-Sr High
16 miles, SW • 1.4 star
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Colleges

Butler Community College
23 miles, N • 1.9 star
Southwestern College
27 miles, SW • 2.8 star
National American University-Wichita
36 miles, NW • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Susan B Allen Memorial Hospital
23 miles, N • 2.3 star
William Newton Hospital
27 miles, SW • 3.2 star
Greenwood County Hospital
28 miles, NE • 3.2 star
Kansas Medical Center Llc
30 miles, NW • 3.2 star
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Airports

Stillwater Regional Airport
98 miles, SW • 1 star
Tulsa International Airport
101 miles, S • 2.3 star
Salina Regional Airport
103 miles, N • 1 star
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