Palco, KS

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 9/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 4/10
local_airport Airports 1/10
school Colleges 1/10
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
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
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
214 332.4M (US)
Median Age
41.2 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
65.6% 64% (US)
College-Educated
18.7% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$52,292 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
84.9% 88% (US)
Average Commute
16 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
0.9% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$69,500 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$511 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$275 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
59.8% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Rooks 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

Rooks County
1
Kansas
4
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 5 29
Feb 1 5 33
Mar 2 4 42
Apr 2 1 52
May 4 0 62
Jun 3 0 72
Jul 4 0 78
Aug 3 0 76
Sep 2 0 67
Oct 2 0 54
Nov 1 2 41
Dec 1 4 29

Hazards

Blizzard

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 15% of residents leaning left and 81% leaning right.

Liberal (15%) (81%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 85%
Hillary Clinton 11%
Other 4%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 1, KS State Senate District 36, KS State House District 110, KS
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Schools

Palco High
<1 miles, SW • 3.2 star
Palco Jr High
<1 miles, SW • 2.8 star
Damar Elementary School
5 miles, N • 3.2 star
Plainville High
14 miles, SE • 1.9 star
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Colleges

Hays Academy of Hair Design
29 miles, S • 1 star
Fort Hays State University
29 miles, S • 1.9 star
Barton County Community College
74 miles, S • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Graham County Hospital
17 miles, NW • 3.2 star
Hays Medical Center
30 miles, S • 4.1 star
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Airports

Hays Regional Airport
32 miles, S • 1 star
Kearney Regional Airport
106 miles, NE • 1 star
Salina Regional Airport
108 miles, SE • 1 star
Garden City Regional Airport
111 miles, SW • 1 star
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