Solomon, KS

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 8/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 2/10
local_airport Airports 1/10
school Colleges 4/10
accessibility Hospitals 2/10
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
Healthcare Scarce. The area has little to no access to hospitals or healthcare providers, requiring significant travel for most medical needs.
school Colleges
Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
local_library Schools
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
945 332.4M (US)
Median Age
41.0 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
69.7% 64% (US)
College-Educated
13.5% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$58,750 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
93.1% 88% (US)
Average Commute
18 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
4.1% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$121,000 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$477 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$490 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
74.3% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Dickinson 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

Dickinson County
3
Kansas
4
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 5 29
Feb 1 4 34
Mar 2 2 43
Apr 3 0 54
May 5 0 64
Jun 4 0 74
Jul 4 0 79
Aug 4 0 78
Sep 3 0 68
Oct 2 0 56
Nov 1 1 43
Dec 1 4 31

Hazards

Excessive Heat Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 22% of residents leaning left and 72% leaning right.

Liberal (22%) (73%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 78%
Hillary Clinton 15%
Other 7%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 1, KS State Senate District 24, KS State House District 70, KS
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Schools

Solomon High
<1 miles, N • 1.4 star
Solomon Elem
<1 miles, N • 1.9 star
McKinley Elem
7 miles, SE • 3.2 star
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Colleges

Kansas Wesleyan University
15 miles, W • 1.9 star
Salina Area Technical College
17 miles, W • 1.9 star
Bethany College
29 miles, SW • 1.9 star
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Hospitals

Memorial Hospital
9 miles, E • 2.3 star
Salina Regional Health Center
14 miles, W • 3.2 star
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Airports

Salina Regional Airport
18 miles, W • 1 star
Manhattan Regional Airport
40 miles, E • 1 star
Hays Regional Airport
102 miles, W • 1 star
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