Township 1, KS

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 2/10
directions_run Walkability 3/10
directions_bus Transit 3/10
directions_car Commute 9/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 3/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
school Colleges 4/10
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
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
Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
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
Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
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
877 332.4M (US)
Median Age
38.2 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
66.1% 64% (US)
College-Educated
28.9% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$40,250 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
80.7% 88% (US)
Average Commute
18 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
11.7% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$61,600 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$542 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$377 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
54.5% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Harper County
3
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

Harper County
3
Kansas
4
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 3 33
Feb 1 2 38
Mar 3 1 46
Apr 3 0 56
May 4 0 66
Jun 5 0 76
Jul 3 0 80
Aug 3 0 80
Sep 2 0 71
Oct 3 0 58
Nov 2 0 45
Dec 1 3 34

Hazards

Excessive Heat Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 20% of residents leaning left and 74% leaning right.

Liberal (20%) (75%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 81%
Hillary Clinton 13%
Other 6%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 4, KS State Senate District 32, KS State House District 116, KS
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Schools

Attica High
2 miles, S • 3.2 star
Puls Elem
2 miles, S • 2.3 star
Chaparral Jr/Sr High
12 miles, SE • 1.9 star
Harper Elem
12 miles, E • 2.3 star
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Colleges

Pratt Community College
37 miles, N • 1.9 star
Northwest Technology Center-Alva
41 miles, SW • 1.4 star
Barclay College
53 miles, NW • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Patterson Health Center
14 miles, SE • 3.2 star
Kingman Community Hospital
27 miles, NE • 4.1 star
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Airports

Stillwater Regional Airport
100 miles, S • 1 star
Salina Regional Airport
110 miles, NE • 1 star
Hays Regional Airport
122 miles, N • 1 star
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