Rantoul, KS

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 5/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 3/10
local_airport Airports 5/10
school Colleges 4/10
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
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
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
Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
accessibility Hospitals
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
school Colleges
Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
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
114 332.4M (US)
Median Age
52.0 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
55.2% 64% (US)
College-Educated
6.5% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$55,000 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
96.6% 88% (US)
Average Commute
33 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
0.0% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$104,900 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$361 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$615 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
77.0% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Franklin County
4
Ottawa 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

Franklin County
3
Ottawa Urban Area
3
Kansas
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 3 29
Feb 2 3 34
Mar 3 1 44
Apr 4 0 54
May 6 0 64
Jun 6 0 73
Jul 4 0 78
Aug 4 0 77
Sep 4 0 68
Oct 3 0 57
Nov 3 1 44
Dec 2 3 32

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 62% leaning right.

Liberal (33%) (62%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 69%
Hillary Clinton 25%
Other 6%

Schools

Trojan Elem
8 miles, SE 1.9 star
Central Heights High
8 miles, SW 1.9 star
Central Heights Elem
8 miles, SW 3.7 star

Colleges

Ottawa University-Ottawa
10 miles, NW 1.9 star
Baker University
16 miles, N 3.2 star
Haskell Indian Nations University
28 miles, N 1.4 star

Hospitals

Adventhealth Ottawa
10 miles, NW 5 star
Miami County Medical Center
14 miles, E 4.1 star

Airports

Kansas City International Airport
56 miles, NE 3.7 star
Manhattan Regional Airport
94 miles, NW 1 star
Joplin Regional Airport
102 miles, S 1 star
Springfield-Branson National Airport
130 miles, SE 1.4 star