Russell Springs, KS

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 9/10
home Housing 8/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 4/10
local_airport Airports 1/10
school Colleges 2/10
accessibility Hospitals 5/10
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
Convenient Commutes. Commutes are manageable, with reasonable travel times and access to reliable 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
Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
accessibility Hospitals
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
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
27 332.4M (US)
Median Age
60.5 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
64.3% 64% (US)
College-Educated
23.8% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$64,167 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
85.7% 88% (US)
Average Commute
12 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
0.0% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$80,000 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$517 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$807 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
100.0% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Logan County
2
Kansas
4
United States
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Logan County
2
Kansas
4
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 0 5 29
Feb 1 4 33
Mar 1 4 41
Apr 2 2 50
May 3 0 60
Jun 2 0 71
Jul 4 0 77
Aug 3 0 75
Sep 2 0 66
Oct 1 1 53
Nov 1 2 40
Dec 1 4 30

Hazards

Blizzard

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 14% of residents leaning left and 81% leaning right.

Liberal (14%) (82%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 84%
Hillary Clinton 10%
Other 6%

Schools

Winona High
11 miles, N 3.2 star
Winona Elem
11 miles, N 3.7 star
Oakley Elem
23 miles, E 1.9 star
Oakley Middle School
23 miles, E 1.4 star

Colleges

Colby Community College
33 miles, NE 1.9 star
Northwest Kansas Technical College
41 miles, N 1.9 star
Garden City Community College
68 miles, S 1.9 star

Hospitals

Scott County Hospital
33 miles, S 4.1 star
Citizens Medical Center
33 miles, NE 4.1 star

Airports

Garden City Regional Airport
72 miles, S 1 star
Hays Regional Airport
102 miles, SE 1 star