Riverside Township, KS
Livability
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Bikeability
2/10
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Walkability
2/10
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Transit
1/10
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Commute
8/10
home
Housing
8/10
visibility
Safety
3/10
local_library
Schools
2/10
local_airport
Airports
2/10
school
Colleges
6/10
accessibility
Hospitals
8/10
- 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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Convenient Commutes. Commutes are manageable, with reasonable travel times and access to reliable transportation options.
- 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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Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
- visibility Safety
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Elevated Risk. The area faces significant challenges with crime, creating concerns for personal and property safety.
- 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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Well-Served. A good range of reputable hospitals and healthcare providers are easily accessible, ensuring reliable medical services.
- school Colleges
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Moderately Accessible. Colleges are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be more limited in number or quality.
- local_library Schools
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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
13,231
332.4M (US)
Median Age
35.1 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
73.0%
64% (US)
College-Educated
14.5%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$62,750
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
88.2%
88% (US)
Average Commute
22 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
14.8%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$160,800
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$517
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$695
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
59.0%
58% (US)
Crime
Violent Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.
How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places
Sedgwick County
7
Wichita Metro Area
7
Kansas
4
Property Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.
How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places
Sedgwick County
8
Wichita Metro Area
7
Kansas
4
Climate
| Month | Rain (in) | Snow (in) | Temp (°F) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 1 | 3 | 32 |
| Feb | 1 | 3 | 37 |
| Mar | 3 | 2 | 46 |
| Apr | 3 | 0 | 56 |
| May | 5 | 0 | 66 |
| Jun | 6 | 0 | 75 |
| Jul | 4 | 0 | 80 |
| Aug | 4 | 0 | 79 |
| Sep | 3 | 0 | 70 |
| Oct | 3 | 0 | 58 |
| Nov | 2 | 1 | 45 |
| Dec | 1 | 4 | 33 |
Hazards
Excessive Heat Risk
Inland Flood Risk
Tornado Risk
Politics
Historical Voting Patterns
This place is deep red country, with 29% of residents leaning left and 66% leaning right.
Liberal (29%) (67%) Conservative2016 Presidential Election Results
Donald Trump 67%Related Legislative Districts
Congressional District 4, KS State Senate District 28, KS State House District 98, KSSchools
Oaklawn Elem
1 miles, N
•
1.4
Paul B Cooper Elem
2 miles, N
•
1.9
Derby Hills Elem
2 miles, SE
•
2.3
White Elem
2 miles, NW
•
1.4
Colleges
Wichita Technical Institute
7 miles, N
•
1.4
Old Town Barber College-Wichita
7 miles, N
•
1
Newman University
8 miles, N
•
2.8
Friends University
8 miles, N
•
2.3
Hospitals
Rock Regional Hospital, Llc
2 miles, SE
Wesley Medical Center
8 miles, N
•
5
Via Christi Hospital-Wichita
8 miles, N
•
2.3
Kansas Surgery & Recovery Center
11 miles, NE
Airports
Wichita Dwight D Eisenhower National Airport
9 miles, NW
•
1.9
Salina Regional Airport
86 miles, N
•
1
Stillwater Regional Airport
99 miles, S
•
1
Manhattan Regional Airport
113 miles, NE
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1