Pottawatomie County, KS

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 6/10
visibility Safety 7/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
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
Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
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
Moderately Accessible. Colleges are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be more limited in number or quality.
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
25,808 332.4M (US)
Median Age
36.2 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
72.3% 64% (US)
College-Educated
36.5% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$87,694 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
91.5% 88% (US)
Average Commute
26 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
8.5% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$223,000 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$616 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$763 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
74.3% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Manhattan Metro Area
4
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

Manhattan Metro Area
3
Kansas
4
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 4 28
Feb 1 4 32
Mar 2 1 42
Apr 3 0 53
May 5 0 63
Jun 5 0 73
Jul 4 0 78
Aug 4 0 76
Sep 3 0 67
Oct 3 0 55
Nov 2 1 42
Dec 1 4 30

Hazards

Excessive Heat Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 27% of residents leaning left and 66% leaning right.

Liberal (27%) (67%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 66%
Hillary Clinton 26%
Other 8%

Schools

Westmoreland Elem
4 miles, NW 3.2 star
Rock Creek Jr/Sr High School
8 miles, SW 3.2 star
Wamego Middle School
12 miles, S 1.9 star
Onaga Elem
12 miles, E 2.3 star

Colleges

Kansas State University
19 miles, SW 2.8 star
Manhattan Christian College
19 miles, SW 1.9 star
Bellus Academy
20 miles, W 1 star
Manhattan Area Technical College
20 miles, W 1.9 star

Hospitals

Wamego Health Center
12 miles, S 4.1 star
Mercy Regional Health Center
19 miles, W 3.2 star

Airports

Manhattan Regional Airport
24 miles, W 1 star
Salina Regional Airport
82 miles, W 1 star
Kansas City International Airport
87 miles, SE 3.7 star
Lincoln Airport
104 miles, N 1 star