Medicine Lodge Township, KS

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 9/10
home Housing 8/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 3/10
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
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
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
1,900 332.4M (US)
Median Age
48.2 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
65.5% 64% (US)
College-Educated
22.7% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$55,656 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
87.2% 88% (US)
Average Commute
16 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
14.4% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$107,900 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$516 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$542 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
62.2% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Barber 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

Barber County
1
Kansas
4
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 3 33
Feb 1 2 38
Mar 2 2 46
Apr 2 0 56
May 4 0 66
Jun 4 0 76
Jul 3 0 81
Aug 3 0 80
Sep 2 0 71
Oct 2 0 58
Nov 1 1 45
Dec 1 3 34

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 19% of residents leaning left and 76% leaning right.

Liberal (19%) (77%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 83%
Hillary Clinton 12%
Other 5%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 4, KS State Senate District 34, KS State House District 116, KS
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Schools

Medicine Lodge Grade School
2 miles, W • 1.9 star
Medicine Lodge Jr/Sr High School
2 miles, W • 1.9 star
Attica High
18 miles, SE • 3.2 star
Puls Elem
18 miles, SE • 2.3 star
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Colleges

Pratt Community College
26 miles, N • 1.9 star
Northwest Technology Center-Alva
36 miles, SW • 1.4 star
Barclay College
38 miles, NW • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Pratt Regional Medical Center
26 miles, N • 4.1 star
Patterson Health Center
29 miles, SE • 3.2 star
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Airports

Stillwater Regional Airport
112 miles, SE • 1 star
Hays Regional Airport
114 miles, N • 1 star
Salina Regional Airport
114 miles, NE • 1 star
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