Severance, 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
8/10
home
Housing
7/10
visibility
Safety
10/10
local_library
Schools
1/10
local_airport
Airports
5/10
school
Colleges
3/10
accessibility
Hospitals
6/10
- 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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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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Secure and Stable. The area has very low levels of violent and property crime, offering a highly secure environment for residents.
- local_airport Airports
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Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
- accessibility Hospitals
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Adequate Access. Healthcare facilities are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be limited in number or specialization.
- 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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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
46
332.4M (US)
Median Age
45.8 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
44.4%
64% (US)
College-Educated
17.5%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$79,583
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
72.2%
88% (US)
Average Commute
22 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
0.0%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$114,100
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$425
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$425
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
40.6%
58% (US)
Crime
Violent Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.
How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places
Doniphan County
1
St. Joseph Metro 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
Doniphan County
1
St. Joseph Metro Area
6
Kansas
4
Climate
| Month | Rain (in) | Snow (in) | Temp (°F) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 1 | 5 | 26 |
| Feb | 1 | 5 | 31 |
| Mar | 2 | 2 | 42 |
| Apr | 3 | 0 | 53 |
| May | 5 | 0 | 64 |
| Jun | 5 | 0 | 73 |
| Jul | 5 | 0 | 77 |
| Aug | 4 | 0 | 75 |
| Sep | 4 | 0 | 67 |
| Oct | 3 | 0 | 55 |
| Nov | 2 | 1 | 42 |
| Dec | 1 | 5 | 29 |
Hazards
Excessive Heat Risk
Inland Flood Risk
Tornado Risk
Politics
Historical Voting Patterns
This place is deep red country, with 23% of residents leaning left and 73% leaning right.
Liberal (23%) (73%) Conservative2016 Presidential Election Results
Donald Trump 79%Related Legislative Districts
Congressional District 2, KS State Senate District 1, KS State House District 63, KSSchools
Doniphan West Elementary School
2 miles, S
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1.4
Doniphan West JR/SR High School
6 miles, N
•
1.4
Troy High and Middle School
8 miles, E
•
1.4
Troy Elem
8 miles, E
•
1.9
Colleges
Highland Community College
6 miles, N
•
1.9
Benedictine College
15 miles, S
•
1.9
American Business and Technology University
23 miles, E
Hillyard Technical Center
23 miles, E
•
1.9
Hospitals
Hiawatha Community Hospital
16 miles, NW
•
4.1
Atchison Hospital
17 miles, S
•
3.2
Northwest Missouri Psychiatric Rehab Ctr
24 miles, E
Mosaic Life Care at St Joseph
25 miles, E
•
3.2
Airports
Kansas City International Airport
43 miles, S
•
3.7
Manhattan Regional Airport
87 miles, W
•
1
Lincoln Airport
109 miles, NW
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1
Eppley Airfield
111 miles, N
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2.8