Rockford Township, KS
Livability
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Bikeability
2/10
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Walkability
1/10
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Transit
1/10
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Commute
7/10
home
Housing
7/10
visibility
Safety
2/10
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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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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Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
- 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
23,848
332.4M (US)
Median Age
38.4 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
69.3%
64% (US)
College-Educated
35.5%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$84,495
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
92.4%
88% (US)
Average Commute
25 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
13.8%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$205,400
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$626
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$901
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
76.5%
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 31% of residents leaning left and 63% leaning right.
Liberal (31%) (64%) Conservative2016 Presidential Election Results
Donald Trump 61%Related Legislative Districts
Congressional District 4, KS State Senate District 30, KS State House District 82, KSSchools
Park Hill Elementary
2 miles, NW
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3.2
Mulvane High
2 miles, W
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2.3
Derby High School
3 miles, N
•
2.3
Tanglewood Elem
3 miles, NW
•
2.8
Colleges
Old Town Barber College-Wichita
13 miles, N
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1
Wichita Technical Institute
13 miles, N
•
1.4
Newman University
14 miles, N
•
2.8
Friends University
14 miles, N
•
2.3
Hospitals
Rock Regional Hospital, Llc
4 miles, N
Wesley Medical Center
13 miles, N
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5
Via Christi Hospital-Wichita
14 miles, N
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2.3
Kansas Medical Center Llc
14 miles, NE
•
3.2
Airports
Wichita Dwight D Eisenhower National Airport
15 miles, NW
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1.9
Salina Regional Airport
91 miles, N
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1
Stillwater Regional Airport
94 miles, S
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1
Manhattan Regional Airport
116 miles, NE
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1