Oswego, 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 6/10
local_library Schools 4/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
school Colleges 3/10
accessibility Hospitals 5/10
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
Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
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
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
1,770 332.4M (US)
Median Age
38.5 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
63.3% 64% (US)
College-Educated
13.3% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$51,701 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
78.1% 88% (US)
Average Commute
21 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
28.7% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$80,700 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$481 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$486 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
57.5% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Labette County
5
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

Labette County
5
Kansas
4
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 4 34
Feb 2 2 38
Mar 4 2 48
Apr 4 0 57
May 6 0 66
Jun 6 0 75
Jul 4 0 80
Aug 3 0 78
Sep 5 0 70
Oct 4 0 59
Nov 3 0 48
Dec 2 4 36

Hazards

Excessive Heat Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Republican stronghold, with 39% of residents leaning left and 56% leaning right.

Liberal (39%) (57%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 65%
Hillary Clinton 29%
Other 6%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 2, KS State Senate District 15, KS State House District 1, KS
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Schools

Oswego Junior-Senior High School
<1 miles, N • 3.2 star
Oswego Neosho Hgts Elem
<1 miles, E • 2.8 star
Chetopa Elem
9 miles, S • 2.8 star
Chetopa High
9 miles, S • 1.9 star
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Colleges

Labette Community College
14 miles, N • 1.9 star
Northeastern Oklahoma A&M College
24 miles, S • 1.4 star
Pittsburg State University
27 miles, E • 2.3 star
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Hospitals

Labette Health
14 miles, N • 5 star
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Airports

Joplin Regional Airport
34 miles, SE • 1 star
Northwest Arkansas Regional Airport
76 miles, S • 1.9 star
Tulsa International Airport
80 miles, SW • 2.3 star
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