Valley Center, KS

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 2/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 7/10
visibility Safety 4/10
local_library Schools 6/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
school Colleges 4/10
accessibility Hospitals 10/10
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
Safety Challenges. The area has higher crime rates, with a noticeable presence of violent or property crime requiring vigilance.
local_airport Airports
Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
accessibility Hospitals
Healthcare Haven. The area has numerous high-quality hospitals and healthcare facilities within close proximity, offering excellent access to care.
school Colleges
Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
local_library Schools
Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.

Residents

Population
8,937 332.4M (US)
Median Age
33.5 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
72.0% 64% (US)
College-Educated
36.0% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$73,480 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
97.1% 88% (US)
Average Commute
26 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
7.2% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$214,300 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$659 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$757 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
68.2% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Sedgwick County
7
Wichita Metro Area
7
Kansas
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Sedgwick County
8
Wichita Metro Area
7
Kansas
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 3 31
Feb 1 3 36
Mar 3 2 45
Apr 3 0 54
May 5 0 65
Jun 5 0 75
Jul 4 0 80
Aug 4 0 78
Sep 3 0 70
Oct 3 0 57
Nov 2 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 36% of residents leaning left and 59% leaning right.

Liberal (37%) (60%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 60%
Hillary Clinton 35%
Other 5%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 4, KS State Senate District 31, KS State House District 90, KS
See all legislative districts in this place

Schools

Abilene Elem
<1 miles, N • 4.1 star
The Learning Center
<1 miles, SW • 3.2 star
Valley Center Intermediate School
<1 miles, N • 2.8 star
Valley Center Middle School
<1 miles, N • 1.9 star
Browse all schools near Wichita Metro Area

Colleges

Wichita State University
9 miles, S • 2.3 star
Paul Mitchell the School-Wichita
9 miles, SE • 1 star
Browse all colleges near Wichita Metro Area

Hospitals

Via Christi Hospital-Wichita
9 miles, S • 2.3 star
Kansas Heart Hospital
10 miles, SE • 5 star
Wesley Medical Center
10 miles, S • 5 star
Browse all hospitals near Wichita Metro Area

Airports

Salina Regional Airport
68 miles, N • 1 star
Manhattan Regional Airport
98 miles, NE • 1 star
Stillwater Regional Airport
117 miles, S • 1 star
Browse all airports near Wichita Metro Area