Parkerfield, KS

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 6/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 1/10
local_airport Airports 4/10
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
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
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
545 332.4M (US)
Median Age
44.9 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
86.5% 64% (US)
College-Educated
23.4% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$130,417 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
97.3% 88% (US)
Average Commute
20 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
3.5% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$214,700 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$747 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$506 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
98.9% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Cowley County
4
Arkansas City-Winfield Urban 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

Cowley County
6
Arkansas City-Winfield Urban Area
6
Kansas
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 2 33
Feb 2 2 38
Mar 3 1 47
Apr 3 0 57
May 5 0 66
Jun 5 0 75
Jul 3 0 81
Aug 3 0 80
Sep 3 0 71
Oct 4 0 59
Nov 2 0 47
Dec 1 3 35

Hazards

Excessive Heat Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 33% of residents leaning left and 63% leaning right.

Liberal (33%) (63%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 65%
Hillary Clinton 30%
Other 5%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 4, KS State Senate District 32, KS State House District 80, KS
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Schools

C 4 Elem
2 miles, E • 1.4 star
Roosevelt Elem
2 miles, W • 1.4 star
Arkansas City Middle Sch
2 miles, NW • 1.4 star
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Colleges

Cowley County Community College
3 miles, W • 1.4 star
Southwestern College
12 miles, NE • 2.8 star
Pioneer Technology Center
24 miles, SW • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

South Central Ks Med Center
5 miles, N • 2.3 star
William Newton Hospital
12 miles, NE • 3.2 star
Ponca City Medical Center
24 miles, SW • 3.2 star
Stillwater Medical-Blackwell
25 miles, SW • 3.2 star
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Airports

Stillwater Regional Airport
63 miles, SW • 1 star
Tulsa International Airport
86 miles, SE • 2.3 star
Will Rogers World Airport
120 miles, SW • 2.8 star
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