Reading, KS
Livability
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Bikeability
1/10
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Walkability
1/10
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Transit
1/10
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Commute
6/10
home
Housing
10/10
visibility
Safety
9/10
local_library
Schools
4/10
local_airport
Airports
3/10
school
Colleges
3/10
accessibility
Hospitals
3/10
- directions_bike Bikeability
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Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
- directions_run Walkability
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Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
- directions_car Commute
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Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
- directions_bus Transit
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Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
- home Housing
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Extremely Affordable. The area offers very low housing costs and an overall cost of living that is highly accessible for most budgets.
- visibility Safety
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Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
- local_airport Airports
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Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
- accessibility Hospitals
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Healthcare Scarce. The area has little to no access to hospitals or healthcare providers, requiring significant travel for most medical needs.
- school Colleges
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Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
- local_library Schools
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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
195
332.4M (US)
Median Age
35.9 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
60.2%
64% (US)
College-Educated
13.6%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$65,938
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
84.3%
88% (US)
Average Commute
30 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
13.3%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$47,700
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$378
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$475
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
80.7%
58% (US)
Crime
Violent Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.
How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places
Lyon County
3
Emporia Urban Area
3
Kansas
4
Property Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.
How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places
Lyon County
5
Emporia Urban Area
4
Kansas
4
Climate
| Month | Rain (in) | Snow (in) | Temp (°F) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 1 | 3 | 29 |
| Feb | 1 | 3 | 34 |
| Mar | 3 | 1 | 44 |
| Apr | 4 | 0 | 54 |
| May | 5 | 0 | 64 |
| Jun | 5 | 0 | 73 |
| Jul | 4 | 0 | 79 |
| Aug | 4 | 0 | 77 |
| Sep | 4 | 0 | 68 |
| Oct | 3 | 0 | 55 |
| Nov | 2 | 1 | 44 |
| Dec | 1 | 3 | 32 |
Hazards
Excessive Heat Risk
Inland Flood Risk
Tornado Risk
Politics
Historical Voting Patterns
This place is deep red country, with 37% of residents leaning left and 57% leaning right.
Liberal (37%) (57%) Conservative2016 Presidential Election Results
Donald Trump 57%Related Legislative Districts
Congressional District 2, KS State Senate District 17, KS State House District 76, KSSchools
Reading School
<1 miles, NE
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3.7
Lebo Elem
9 miles, S
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2.8
Lebo High
9 miles, S
•
2.8
Osage City Middle School
10 miles, NE
•
2.3
Colleges
Emporia State University
14 miles, W
•
1.9
Flint Hills Technical College
16 miles, W
•
1.9
Ottawa University-Online
38 miles, E
Ottawa University-Ottawa
38 miles, E
•
1.9
Hospitals
Newman Regional Health
15 miles, W
•
4.1
Coffey County Hospital
25 miles, S
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4.1
Morris County Hospital
31 miles, NW
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4.1
Adventhealth Ottawa
38 miles, E
•
5
Airports
Manhattan Regional Airport
58 miles, N
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1
Kansas City International Airport
86 miles, E
•
3.7
Salina Regional Airport
93 miles, NW
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1
Wichita Dwight D Eisenhower National Airport
100 miles, W
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1.9