The Highlands, KS

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 3/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 2/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
school Colleges 3/10
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
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
Highly Expensive. Housing and rent costs are extremely high, contributing to a significantly elevated overall cost of living.
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
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
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
474 332.4M (US)
Median Age
56.4 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
58.2% 64% (US)
College-Educated
35.3% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$83,229 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
95.6% 88% (US)
Average Commute
24 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
10.9% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$263,500 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$842 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$721 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
90.1% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Reno County
3
Hutchinson Urban Area
3
Kansas
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Reno County
5
Hutchinson Urban Area
5
Kansas
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 4 30
Feb 1 3 36
Mar 3 2 45
Apr 3 1 55
May 5 0 65
Jun 5 0 75
Jul 4 0 80
Aug 3 0 79
Sep 3 0 70
Oct 2 0 57
Nov 1 1 44
Dec 1 4 33

Hazards

Excessive Heat Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 32% of residents leaning left and 63% leaning right.

Liberal (32%) (63%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 63%
Hillary Clinton 30%
Other 7%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 1, KS State Senate District 34, KS State House District 114, KS
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Schools

Plum Creek Elementary
5 miles, S • 2.3 star
Morgan Elementary
6 miles, S • 2.3 star
Wiley Elementary
6 miles, S • 2.3 star
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Colleges

Hutchinson Community College
7 miles, S • 1.9 star
Sterling College
15 miles, NW • 1.9 star
Central Christian College of Kansas
20 miles, E • 1.4 star
McPherson College
22 miles, E • 1.9 star
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Hospitals

McPherson Hospital
21 miles, E • 4.1 star
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Airports

Salina Regional Airport
46 miles, NE • 1 star
Hays Regional Airport
86 miles, NW • 1 star
Manhattan Regional Airport
96 miles, E • 1 star
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