Wheaton, 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
4/10
home
Housing
8/10
visibility
Safety
9/10
local_library
Schools
6/10
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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Lengthy Commutes. Commutes are often time-consuming due to distance, congestion, or limited transportation options.
- 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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Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
- visibility Safety
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Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
- 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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Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.
Residents
Population
83
332.4M (US)
Median Age
39.5 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
60.0%
64% (US)
College-Educated
42.9%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$69,375
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
100.0%
88% (US)
Average Commute
42 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
17.3%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$81,700
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$350
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$675
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
57.5%
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 | 5 | 27 |
| Feb | 1 | 5 | 32 |
| Mar | 2 | 2 | 42 |
| Apr | 3 | 1 | 53 |
| May | 5 | 0 | 64 |
| Jun | 5 | 0 | 73 |
| Jul | 5 | 0 | 78 |
| Aug | 4 | 0 | 76 |
| Sep | 3 | 0 | 67 |
| Oct | 3 | 0 | 55 |
| Nov | 2 | 1 | 42 |
| Dec | 1 | 4 | 29 |
Hazards
Excessive Heat Risk
Inland Flood Risk
Tornado Risk
Politics
Historical Voting Patterns
This place is deep red country, with 21% of residents leaning left and 72% leaning right.
Liberal (21%) (73%) Conservative2016 Presidential Election Results
Donald Trump 80%Related Legislative Districts
Congressional District 1, KS State Senate District 18, KS State House District 61, KSSchools
Onaga Senior High
8 miles, SE
•
2.8
Onaga Elem
8 miles, SE
•
2.3
Westmoreland Elem
9 miles, SW
•
3.2
Frankfort High
15 miles, N
•
2.8
Colleges
Kansas State University
26 miles, SW
•
2.8
Manhattan Christian College
26 miles, SW
•
1.9
Manhattan Area Technical College
26 miles, SW
•
1.9
Bellus Academy
26 miles, SW
•
1
Hospitals
Community Hospital, Onaga and St Marys Campus
8 miles, SE
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4.1
Wamego Health Center
20 miles, S
•
4.1
Manhattan Surgical Hospital Llc
26 miles, SW
Mercy Regional Health Center
26 miles, SW
•
3.2
Airports
Manhattan Regional Airport
31 miles, SW
•
1
Salina Regional Airport
87 miles, W
•
1
Kansas City International Airport
87 miles, SE
•
3.7
Lincoln Airport
96 miles, N
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1