Norcatur, KS

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 3/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
school Colleges 2/10
accessibility Hospitals 2/10
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
Healthcare Scarce. The area has little to no access to hospitals or healthcare providers, requiring significant travel for most medical needs.
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
202 332.4M (US)
Median Age
34.7 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
67.0% 64% (US)
College-Educated
16.8% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$67,143 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
81.9% 88% (US)
Average Commute
19 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
4.6% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$85,400 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$405 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$728 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
76.7% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Decatur 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

Decatur County
4
Kansas
4
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 0 5 28
Feb 1 5 30
Mar 1 4 40
Apr 2 2 50
May 3 0 60
Jun 3 0 71
Jul 3 0 77
Aug 3 0 75
Sep 2 0 65
Oct 2 1 52
Nov 1 3 39
Dec 1 5 28

Hazards

Blizzard

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 17% of residents leaning left and 78% leaning right.

Liberal (17%) (79%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 84%
Hillary Clinton 11%
Other 5%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 1, KS State Senate District 40, KS State House District 120, KS
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Schools

Norton Jr High
16 miles, E • 1.9 star
Norton High
16 miles, E • 2.8 star
Eisenhower Elem
16 miles, E • 2.8 star
Decatur Community Jr/Sr High
18 miles, W • 1.9 star
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Colleges

Colby Community College
56 miles, W • 1.9 star
Fort Hays State University
80 miles, S • 1.9 star
Hays Academy of Hair Design
81 miles, S • 1 star
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Hospitals

Community Hospital
34 miles, N • 2.3 star
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Airports

Hays Regional Airport
84 miles, S • 1 star
Kearney Regional Airport
88 miles, NE • 1 star
Central Nebraska Regional Airport
126 miles, E • 1 star
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