Melvern Township, KS

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 2/10
directions_run Walkability 3/10
directions_bus Transit 3/10
directions_car Commute 4/10
home Housing 7/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 6/10
local_airport Airports 5/10
school Colleges 5/10
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
Lengthy Commutes. Commutes are often time-consuming due to distance, congestion, or limited 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
Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
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
Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
local_library Schools
Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.

Residents

Population
602 332.4M (US)
Median Age
46.5 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
74.5% 64% (US)
College-Educated
18.2% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$57,750 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
83.1% 88% (US)
Average Commute
38 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
19.8% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$179,000 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$617 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$615 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
70.0% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Osage County
1
Topeka Metro Area
4
Kansas
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Osage County
2
Topeka Metro Area
6
Kansas
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 4 29
Feb 1 3 34
Mar 3 1 44
Apr 4 0 54
May 5 0 64
Jun 6 0 73
Jul 4 0 79
Aug 4 0 77
Sep 4 0 68
Oct 3 0 57
Nov 2 1 44
Dec 2 3 32

Hazards

Excessive Heat Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 31% of residents leaning left and 65% leaning right.

Liberal (31%) (65%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 72%
Hillary Clinton 22%
Other 6%

Schools

Marais Des Cygnes Valley Middle
<1 miles, NE 1.9 star
Marais Des Cygnes Valley High
<1 miles, NE 4.1 star
Waverly Elem
7 miles, S 3.2 star
Waverly High
7 miles, S 2.3 star

Colleges

Ottawa University-Ottawa
22 miles, E 1.9 star
Emporia State University
30 miles, W 1.9 star
Baker University
31 miles, E 3.2 star

Hospitals

Coffey County Hospital
21 miles, SW 4.1 star
Adventhealth Ottawa
21 miles, E 5 star
Newman Regional Health
30 miles, W 4.1 star

Airports

Manhattan Regional Airport
71 miles, NW 1 star
Kansas City International Airport
74 miles, NE 3.7 star
Salina Regional Airport
110 miles, NW 1 star
Joplin Regional Airport
112 miles, S 1 star