Pioneer Township, KS

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 4/10
home Housing 10/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 4/10
local_airport Airports 1/10
school Colleges 2/10
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
Lengthy Commutes. Commutes are often time-consuming due to distance, congestion, or limited 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
Extremely Affordable. The area offers very low housing costs and an overall cost of living that is highly accessible for most budgets.
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
454 332.4M (US)
Median Age
34.1 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
66.9% 64% (US)
College-Educated
5.4% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$60,417 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
83.5% 88% (US)
Average Commute
39 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
5.5% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$66,600 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$475 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$725 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
70.7% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Rush County
3
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

Rush County
3
Kansas
4
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 4 31
Feb 1 3 34
Mar 2 3 42
Apr 2 0 53
May 3 0 64
Jun 3 0 74
Jul 4 0 79
Aug 3 0 77
Sep 2 0 69
Oct 2 0 55
Nov 1 1 42
Dec 1 3 32

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 22% of residents leaning left and 74% leaning right.

Liberal (22%) (74%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 80%
Hillary Clinton 15%
Other 5%

Schools

SouthWinds Academy
2 miles, E 2.8 star
Otis-Bison Elementary
2 miles, E 3.2 star
La Crosse Middle School
12 miles, W 1.4 star

Colleges

Barton County Community College
21 miles, SE 1.4 star
Hays Academy of Hair Design
28 miles, N 1 star
Fort Hays State University
28 miles, N 1.9 star
Sterling College
52 miles, SE 1.9 star

Hospitals

Clara Barton Hospital
16 miles, SE 4.1 star

Airports

Hays Regional Airport
24 miles, N 1 star
Salina Regional Airport
79 miles, E 1 star
Garden City Regional Airport
98 miles, W 1 star