Valley Center Township, KS
Livability
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Bikeability
2/10
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Walkability
1/10
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Transit
1/10
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Commute
6/10
home
Housing
7/10
visibility
Safety
4/10
local_library
Schools
5/10
local_airport
Airports
2/10
school
Colleges
5/10
accessibility
Hospitals
10/10
- directions_bike Bikeability
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Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
- directions_run Walkability
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Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
- directions_car Commute
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Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
- directions_bus Transit
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Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
- home Housing
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Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
- visibility Safety
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Safety Challenges. The area has higher crime rates, with a noticeable presence of violent or property crime requiring vigilance.
- local_airport Airports
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Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
- accessibility Hospitals
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Healthcare Haven. The area has numerous high-quality hospitals and healthcare facilities within close proximity, offering excellent access to care.
- school Colleges
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Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
- local_library Schools
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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
4,812
332.4M (US)
Median Age
39.3 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
63.5%
64% (US)
College-Educated
31.6%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$60,880
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
96.1%
88% (US)
Average Commute
30 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
6.7%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$200,900
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$637
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$586
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
65.0%
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 | 55 |
| May | 5 | 0 | 65 |
| Jun | 5 | 0 | 75 |
| Jul | 4 | 0 | 80 |
| Aug | 4 | 0 | 79 |
| 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 (36%) (60%) Conservative2016 Presidential Election Results
Donald Trump 59%Related Legislative Districts
Congressional District 4, KS State Senate District 31, KS State House District 90, KSSchools
Wheatland Elem
3 miles, SE
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3.7
West Elem
3 miles, SE
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3.2
Valley Center High
3 miles, SE
•
2.3
Valley Center Intermediate School
4 miles, SE
•
2.8
Colleges
Eric Fisher Academy
12 miles, S
Crave Beauty Academy
12 miles, S
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1
Wichita State University
12 miles, S
•
2.3
Friends University
13 miles, S
•
2.3
Hospitals
Via Christi Hospital Wichita St Teresa, Inc
10 miles, SW
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3.2
Newton Medical Center
12 miles, NE
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5
Via Christi Hospital-Wichita
12 miles, S
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2.3
Wesley Medical Center
14 miles, S
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5
Airports
Wichita Dwight D Eisenhower National Airport
15 miles, SW
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1.9
Salina Regional Airport
65 miles, N
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1
Manhattan Regional Airport
97 miles, NE
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1
Stillwater Regional Airport
119 miles, S
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1