Wamego, KS
Livability
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Bikeability
1/10
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Walkability
1/10
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Transit
1/10
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Commute
7/10
home
Housing
7/10
visibility
Safety
6/10
local_library
Schools
5/10
local_airport
Airports
2/10
school
Colleges
6/10
accessibility
Hospitals
3/10
- 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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Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
- 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 Scarce. The area has little to no access to hospitals or healthcare providers, requiring significant travel for most medical needs.
- school Colleges
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Moderately Accessible. Colleges are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be more limited in number or quality.
- 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
4,205
332.4M (US)
Median Age
36.8 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
55.1%
64% (US)
College-Educated
37.4%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$82,756
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
94.1%
88% (US)
Average Commute
23 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
10.6%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$187,700
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$517
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$809
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
62.7%
58% (US)
Crime
Violent Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.
How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places
Pottawatomie County
3
Manhattan Metro Area
4
Kansas
4
Property Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.
How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places
Pottawatomie County
3
Manhattan Metro Area
3
Kansas
4
Climate
| Month | Rain (in) | Snow (in) | Temp (°F) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 1 | 4 | 28 |
| Feb | 1 | 4 | 33 |
| Mar | 2 | 1 | 43 |
| Apr | 3 | 0 | 54 |
| May | 5 | 0 | 64 |
| Jun | 5 | 0 | 73 |
| Jul | 4 | 0 | 79 |
| Aug | 4 | 0 | 77 |
| Sep | 3 | 0 | 68 |
| Oct | 3 | 0 | 55 |
| Nov | 2 | 1 | 42 |
| Dec | 1 | 4 | 30 |
Hazards
Excessive Heat Risk
Inland Flood Risk
Tornado Risk
Politics
Historical Voting Patterns
This place is deep red country, with 22% of residents leaning left and 70% leaning right.
Liberal (22%) (71%) Conservative2016 Presidential Election Results
Donald Trump 73%Related Legislative Districts
Congressional District 1, KS State Senate District 18, KS State House District 51, KSSchools
Wamego High
<1 miles, E
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2.3
Central Elem
<1 miles, SE
West Elem
<1 miles, W
•
2.3
Wamego Middle School
<1 miles, N
•
1.9
Colleges
Manhattan Christian College
14 miles, W
•
1.9
Kansas State University
15 miles, W
•
2.8
Bellus Academy
16 miles, W
•
1
Manhattan Area Technical College
16 miles, W
•
1.9
Hospitals
Wamego Health Center
<1 miles, NW
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4.1
Manhattan Surgical Hospital Llc
15 miles, W
Mercy Regional Health Center
15 miles, W
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3.2
Community Hospital, Onaga and St Marys Campus
21 miles, NE
•
4.1
Airports
Manhattan Regional Airport
20 miles, W
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1
Salina Regional Airport
78 miles, W
•
1
Kansas City International Airport
86 miles, E
•
3.7
Lincoln Airport
116 miles, N
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1