State Senate District 18, KS

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 6/10
visibility Safety 7/10
local_library Schools 4/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 6/10
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
Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
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
Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
visibility Safety
Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
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
Moderately Accessible. Colleges are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be more limited in number or quality.
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
73,342 332.4M (US)
Median Age
39.9 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
70.4% 64% (US)
College-Educated
31.1% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$80,784 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
93.1% 88% (US)
Average Commute
25 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
10.1% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$212,100 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$643 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$789 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
73.5% 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 28
Feb 1 4 32
Mar 2 1 43
Apr 3 0 53
May 5 0 63
Jun 5 0 73
Jul 4 0 78
Aug 4 0 76
Sep 3 0 67
Oct 3 0 55
Nov 2 1 42
Dec 1 4 30

Hazards

Excessive Heat Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 36% of residents leaning left and 58% leaning right.

Liberal (36%) (59%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 60%
Hillary Clinton 32%
Other 8%

Schools

Westmoreland Elem
4 miles, W 3.2 star
Rock Creek Jr/Sr High School
10 miles, SW 3.2 star
Onaga Senior High
10 miles, E 2.8 star
Onaga Elem
10 miles, E 2.3 star

Colleges

Kansas State University
21 miles, SW 2.8 star
Manhattan Christian College
21 miles, SW 1.9 star
Bellus Academy
22 miles, SW 1 star
Manhattan Area Technical College
22 miles, SW 1.9 star

Hospitals

Wamego Health Center
15 miles, S 4.1 star
Mercy Regional Health Center
21 miles, SW 3.2 star

Airports

Manhattan Regional Airport
26 miles, SW 1 star
Salina Regional Airport
83 miles, W 1 star
Kansas City International Airport
87 miles, SE 3.7 star
Lincoln Airport
101 miles, N 1 star