State Senate District 20, KS

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 7/10
visibility Safety 5/10
local_library Schools 4/10
local_airport Airports 4/10
school Colleges 5/10
accessibility Hospitals 4/10
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
Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
visibility Safety
Safety Challenges. The area has higher crime rates, with a noticeable presence of violent or property crime requiring vigilance.
local_airport Airports
Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
accessibility Hospitals
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
school Colleges
Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
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
73,033 332.4M (US)
Median Age
42.2 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
60.5% 64% (US)
College-Educated
40.3% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$75,218 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
90.5% 88% (US)
Average Commute
20 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
10.8% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$192,200 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$651 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$815 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
65.7% 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 4 33
Mar 2 1 43
Apr 3 0 54
May 5 0 64
Jun 5 0 73
Jul 4 0 78
Aug 4 0 77
Sep 3 0 68
Oct 3 0 56
Nov 2 1 43
Dec 1 4 31

Hazards

Excessive Heat Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place leans red, with 44% of residents leaning left and 50% leaning right.

Liberal (45%) (51%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 47%
Hillary Clinton 45%
Other 7%

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Congressional District 2, KS State House District 51, KS
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Schools

Paxico Middle School
8 miles, N • 1.9 star
Wabaunsee Junior High
8 miles, N • 2.3 star
Mission Valley Elementary
9 miles, SE • 2.3 star
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Colleges

Washburn Institute of Technology
22 miles, E • 2.3 star
Rasmussen College-Kansas
22 miles, E • 1.4 star
Washburn University
24 miles, E • 2.3 star
Manhattan Christian College
29 miles, NW • 1.9 star
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Hospitals

Wamego Health Center
20 miles, N • 4.1 star
Stormont Vail Hospital
24 miles, E • 3.2 star
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Airports

Manhattan Regional Airport
32 miles, NW • 1 star
Kansas City International Airport
80 miles, E • 3.7 star
Salina Regional Airport
82 miles, W • 1 star
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