State Senate District 17, 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
8/10
home
Housing
8/10
visibility
Safety
6/10
local_library
Schools
3/10
local_airport
Airports
2/10
school
Colleges
4/10
accessibility
Hospitals
2/10
- 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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Healthcare Scarce. The area has little to no access to hospitals or healthcare providers, requiring significant travel for most medical needs.
- school Colleges
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Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
- 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
73,428
332.4M (US)
Median Age
29.8 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
63.3%
64% (US)
College-Educated
26.2%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$58,284
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
84.9%
88% (US)
Average Commute
19 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
24.9%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$149,200
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$593
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$771
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
46.1%
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 | 4 | 29 |
| Feb | 1 | 3 | 33 |
| Mar | 2 | 1 | 43 |
| Apr | 3 | 0 | 54 |
| May | 5 | 0 | 64 |
| Jun | 5 | 0 | 73 |
| Jul | 4 | 0 | 79 |
| Aug | 4 | 0 | 77 |
| Sep | 3 | 0 | 68 |
| Oct | 2 | 0 | 56 |
| Nov | 2 | 1 | 43 |
| Dec | 1 | 3 | 31 |
Hazards
Inland Flood Risk
Tornado Risk
Politics
Historical Voting Patterns
This place is a Republican stronghold, with 38% of residents leaning left and 56% leaning right.
Liberal (39%) (57%) Conservative2016 Presidential Election Results
Donald Trump 57%Schools
Council Grove Elementary School
1 miles, NW
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2.3
Council Grove Junior Senior High School
2 miles, NW
•
2.3
NLC Elementary School
14 miles, SE
•
2.8
Prairie Heights Elementary School
15 miles, N
•
3.7
Colleges
Flint Hills Technical College
20 miles, S
•
1.9
Emporia State University
22 miles, S
•
1.9
Manhattan Christian College
37 miles, N
•
1.9
Kansas State University
38 miles, N
•
2.8
Hospitals
Morris County Hospital
3 miles, NW
•
4.1
Newman Regional Health
22 miles, S
•
4.1
Herington Municipal Hospital
26 miles, NW
•
4.1
Geary Community Hospital
33 miles, N
•
3.2
Airports
Manhattan Regional Airport
36 miles, N
•
1
Salina Regional Airport
65 miles, NW
•
1
Wichita Dwight D Eisenhower National Airport
87 miles, SW
•
1.9
Kansas City International Airport
104 miles, E
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3.7