Westwood, KS

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 2/10
directions_run Walkability 2/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 9/10
home Housing 4/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 4/10
school Colleges 7/10
accessibility Hospitals 9/10
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
Expensive. The cost of housing and rent is above average, making it challenging for some to afford living in the area.
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
Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
accessibility Hospitals
Well-Served. A good range of reputable hospitals and healthcare providers are easily accessible, ensuring reliable medical services.
school Colleges
Moderately Accessible. Colleges are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be more limited in number or quality.
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
1,851 332.4M (US)
Median Age
36.7 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
53.3% 64% (US)
College-Educated
73.9% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$102,500 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
98.2% 88% (US)
Average Commute
18 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
12.5% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$384,500 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$763 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,685 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
76.0% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Johnson County
3
Kansas City Metro Area
5
Kansas
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Johnson County
3
Kansas City Metro Area
5
Kansas
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 4 29
Feb 2 3 34
Mar 3 1 44
Apr 4 0 54
May 5 0 65
Jun 6 0 74
Jul 4 0 79
Aug 4 0 77
Sep 5 0 68
Oct 3 0 55
Nov 2 1 44
Dec 2 4 32

Hazards

Excessive Heat Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Republican stronghold, with 41% of residents leaning left and 54% leaning right. However, Hillary Clinton carried the area in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (41%) (55%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 44%
Hillary Clinton 48%
Other 8%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 3, KS State Senate District 7, KS State House District 25, KS
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Schools

Westwood View Elem
<1 miles, S • 4.6 star
Shawnee Mission Christian School
<1 miles, NW • 1.9 star
Horizon Academy
<1 miles, W • 1 star
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Colleges

Kansas City Art Institute
2 miles, E • 1.4 star
University of Missouri-Kansas City
2 miles, SE • 2.8 star
Rockhurst University
2 miles, SE • 3.2 star
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Hospitals

University of Kansas Hospital
1 miles, NE • 4.1 star
St Lukes Hospital of Kansas City
1 miles, E • 4.1 star
Research Medical Center
4 miles, SE • 2.3 star
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Airports

Kansas City International Airport
19 miles, N • 3.7 star
Manhattan Regional Airport
110 miles, NW • 1 star
Columbia Regional Airport
130 miles, SE • 1 star
Joplin Regional Airport
131 miles, S • 1 star
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