Whitewater, KS

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 2/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 8/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
school Colleges 5/10
accessibility Hospitals 8/10
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
Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
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
Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
accessibility Hospitals
Well-Served. A good range of reputable hospitals and healthcare providers are easily accessible, ensuring reliable medical services.
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
900 332.4M (US)
Median Age
47.7 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
65.9% 64% (US)
College-Educated
31.7% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$71,875 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
93.5% 88% (US)
Average Commute
25 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
5.7% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$123,700 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$334 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$657 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
81.7% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Butler County
3
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

Butler County
5
Wichita Metro Area
7
Kansas
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 4 31
Feb 1 3 36
Mar 3 1 45
Apr 3 0 55
May 5 0 65
Jun 5 0 74
Jul 4 0 79
Aug 4 0 78
Sep 3 0 70
Oct 3 0 57
Nov 2 1 45
Dec 1 4 33

Hazards

Excessive Heat Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 37% of residents leaning left and 58% leaning right.

Liberal (37%) (58%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 59%
Hillary Clinton 34%
Other 7%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 4, KS State Senate District 16, KS State House District 72, KS
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Schools

Remington Middle School
<1 miles, S • 2.3 star
Frederic Remington High
3 miles, SE • 2.8 star
Berean Academy
6 miles, NE • 5 star
Remington Elementary at Potwin
7 miles, SE • 3.2 star
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Colleges

Bethel College-North Newton
13 miles, NW • 1.9 star
Paul Mitchell the School-Wichita
16 miles, SW • 1 star
National American University-Wichita
18 miles, SW • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Prairie View Inc
11 miles, NW
Newton Medical Center
11 miles, NW • 5 star
Kansas Heart Hospital
15 miles, SW • 5 star
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Airports

Salina Regional Airport
63 miles, N • 1 star
Manhattan Regional Airport
85 miles, NE • 1 star
Stillwater Regional Airport
125 miles, S • 1 star
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