Reading Township, KS

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 9/10
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
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
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
Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
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
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
421 332.4M (US)
Median Age
38.8 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
73.6% 64% (US)
College-Educated
20.1% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$98,750 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
88.7% 88% (US)
Average Commute
30 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
6.2% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$187,500 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$633 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$517 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
84.3% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

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 56
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%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 57%
Hillary Clinton 35%
Other 8%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 2, KS State Senate District 17, KS State House District 76, KS
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Schools

Reading School
3 miles, SE • 3.7 star
Northern Heights
11 miles, N • 2.8 star
Neosho Rapids Elementary
12 miles, S • 3.2 star
Lebo Elem
12 miles, SE • 2.8 star
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Colleges

Emporia State University
12 miles, W • 1.9 star
Flint Hills Technical College
14 miles, W • 1.9 star
Washburn Institute of Technology
38 miles, NE • 2.3 star
Washburn University
38 miles, NE • 2.3 star
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Hospitals

Newman Regional Health
13 miles, W • 4.1 star
Morris County Hospital
28 miles, NW • 4.1 star
Coffey County Hospital
28 miles, S • 4.1 star
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Airports

Manhattan Regional Airport
55 miles, N • 1 star
Kansas City International Airport
88 miles, E • 3.7 star
Salina Regional Airport
90 miles, NW • 1 star
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