Leavenworth, KS

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 2/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 7/10
visibility Safety 4/10
local_library Schools 4/10
local_airport Airports 4/10
school Colleges 3/10
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
Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
visibility Safety
Safety Challenges. The area has higher crime rates, with a noticeable presence of violent or property crime requiring vigilance.
local_airport Airports
Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
accessibility Hospitals
Adequate Access. Healthcare facilities are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be limited in number or specialization.
school Colleges
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
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
37,176 332.4M (US)
Median Age
35.6 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
59.1% 64% (US)
College-Educated
33.5% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$71,239 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
87.7% 88% (US)
Average Commute
21 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
31.2% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$176,000 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$513 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$911 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
46.8% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Leavenworth County
4
Kansas City Metro Area
5
Kansas
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Leavenworth County
3
Kansas City Metro Area
5
Kansas
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 4 27
Feb 1 4 32
Mar 2 1 43
Apr 4 0 53
May 4 0 64
Jun 4 0 73
Jul 4 0 77
Aug 4 0 76
Sep 4 0 67
Oct 3 0 55
Nov 2 1 43
Dec 2 4 30

Hazards

Excessive Heat Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Republican stronghold, with 41% of residents leaning left and 53% leaning right.

Liberal (42%) (54%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 56%
Hillary Clinton 36%
Other 8%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 2, KS State Senate District 5, KS State House District 41, KS
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Schools

Earl Lawson Elementary
<1 miles, E • 1 star
Immaculata High School
<1 miles, SE • 5 star
Patton Jr High
<1 miles, NE • 3.7 star
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Colleges

University of Saint Mary
3 miles, S • 1.9 star
Park University
16 miles, SE • 2.3 star
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Hospitals

Saint Luke's Cushing Hospital
1 miles, S • 4.1 star
Saint John Hospital
3 miles, S • 4.1 star
Providence Medical Center
15 miles, S • 5 star
Saint Lukes North Hospital
16 miles, SE • 3.2 star
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Airports

Kansas City International Airport
11 miles, SE • 3.7 star
Manhattan Regional Airport
94 miles, W • 1 star
Lincoln Airport
143 miles, N • 1 star
Eppley Airfield
146 miles, N • 2.8 star
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