Westphalia Township, KS

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 7/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 6/10
school Colleges 5/10
accessibility Hospitals 5/10
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
Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
local_airport Airports
Moderately Accessible. Access to the airport is reasonable, but it may require some planning or travel time.
accessibility Hospitals
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
school Colleges
Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
local_library Schools
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
554 332.4M (US)
Median Age
38.6 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
75.4% 64% (US)
College-Educated
5.9% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$61,875 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
93.0% 88% (US)
Average Commute
30 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
2.0% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$113,200 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$528 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$370 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
95.3% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Anderson 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

Anderson County
3
Kansas
4
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 3 29
Feb 2 2 34
Mar 3 1 44
Apr 4 0 54
May 5 0 64
Jun 6 0 73
Jul 5 0 78
Aug 4 0 77
Sep 4 0 68
Oct 3 0 57
Nov 2 0 44
Dec 2 4 32

Hazards

Excessive Heat Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 26% of residents leaning left and 69% leaning right.

Liberal (26%) (70%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 76%
Hillary Clinton 18%
Other 6%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 3, KS State Senate District 12, KS State House District 9, KS
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Schools

Westphalia
3 miles, W • 3.7 star
Crest Elementary
10 miles, S • 1.9 star
Crest High
10 miles, S • 3.7 star
Anderson County Jr/Sr High School
12 miles, E • 2.3 star
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Colleges

Allen County Community College
19 miles, S • 1.9 star
Ottawa University-Ottawa
29 miles, NE • 1.9 star
Neosho County Community College
37 miles, SW • 1.9 star
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Hospitals

Coffey County Hospital
16 miles, W • 4.1 star
Allen County Regional Hospital
18 miles, S • 2.3 star
Adventhealth Ottawa
29 miles, NE • 5 star
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Airports

Kansas City International Airport
85 miles, NE • 3.7 star
Joplin Regional Airport
90 miles, S • 1 star
Manhattan Regional Airport
92 miles, NW • 1 star
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