State Senate District 15, 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
8/10
visibility
Safety
7/10
local_library
Schools
3/10
local_airport
Airports
3/10
school
Colleges
3/10
accessibility
Hospitals
4/10
- 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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Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
- 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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Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
- 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
72,641
332.4M (US)
Median Age
41.1 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
61.2%
64% (US)
College-Educated
21.2%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$54,611
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
83.9%
88% (US)
Average Commute
19 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
12.6%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$91,700
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$486
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$503
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
61.6%
58% (US)
Crime
Violent Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.
How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places
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
Kansas
4
United States
4
Climate
| Month | Rain (in) | Snow (in) | Temp (°F) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 1 | 3 | 32 |
| Feb | 2 | 2 | 37 |
| Mar | 3 | 1 | 46 |
| Apr | 4 | 0 | 56 |
| May | 6 | 0 | 65 |
| Jun | 6 | 0 | 74 |
| Jul | 3 | 0 | 79 |
| Aug | 3 | 0 | 79 |
| Sep | 4 | 0 | 70 |
| Oct | 4 | 0 | 58 |
| Nov | 2 | 0 | 46 |
| Dec | 2 | 3 | 35 |
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 64% leaning right.
Liberal (31%) (65%) Conservative2016 Presidential Election Results
Donald Trump 71%Schools
Jefferson School
6 miles, S
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2.3
Eisenhower Elem
6 miles, S
Independence Sr High
6 miles, S
•
2.8
Independence Middle
7 miles, S
•
1.4
Colleges
Independence Community College
9 miles, S
•
1.4
Coffeyville Technical Campus
21 miles, S
Coffeyville Community College
21 miles, S
•
1.4
Labette Community College
29 miles, E
•
1.9
Hospitals
Wilson Medical Center
8 miles, NE
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4.1
Fredonia Regional Hospital
15 miles, N
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3.2
Coffeyville Regional Medical Center, Inc
20 miles, S
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3.2
Labette Health
28 miles, E
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5
Airports
Joplin Regional Airport
71 miles, SE
•
1
Tulsa International Airport
77 miles, SW
•
2.3
Wichita Dwight D Eisenhower National Airport
94 miles, NW
•
1.9
Stillwater Regional Airport
108 miles, SW
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1