Osawatomie, KS

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 8/10
visibility Safety 6/10
local_library Schools 1/10
local_airport Airports 5/10
school Colleges 6/10
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
Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
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
Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
local_airport Airports
Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
accessibility Hospitals
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
school Colleges
Moderately Accessible. Colleges are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be more limited in number or quality.
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
4,244 332.4M (US)
Median Age
40.0 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
61.2% 64% (US)
College-Educated
13.0% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$55,612 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
86.7% 88% (US)
Average Commute
31 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
7.8% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$137,400 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$653 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$724 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
68.2% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Miami County
2
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

Miami County
3
Kansas City Metro Area
5
Kansas
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 3 29
Feb 2 3 34
Mar 3 1 44
Apr 4 0 54
May 5 0 64
Jun 6 0 73
Jul 4 0 78
Aug 3 0 77
Sep 4 0 68
Oct 3 0 57
Nov 3 0 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 64% leaning right.

Liberal (31%) (65%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 70%
Hillary Clinton 23%
Other 6%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 3, KS State Senate District 12, KS State House District 6, KS
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Schools

Osawatomie Middle School
<1 miles, SW • 1 star
Osawatomie High
<1 miles, W • 2.8 star
Trojan Elem
2 miles, W • 1.9 star
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Colleges

Ottawa University-Ottawa
19 miles, NW • 1.9 star
Baker University
23 miles, N • 3.2 star
MidAmerica Nazarene University
27 miles, NE • 2.3 star
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Hospitals

Miami County Medical Center
7 miles, E • 4.1 star
Adventhealth Ottawa
19 miles, NW • 5 star
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Airports

Kansas City International Airport
56 miles, NE • 3.7 star
Joplin Regional Airport
96 miles, S • 1 star
Manhattan Regional Airport
103 miles, NW • 1 star
Springfield-Branson National Airport
121 miles, S • 1.4 star
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