Wichita, KS

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 2/10
directions_run Walkability 2/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 8/10
visibility Safety 2/10
local_library Schools 2/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
school Colleges 6/10
accessibility Hospitals 7/10
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
Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
visibility Safety
Elevated Risk. The area faces significant challenges with crime, creating concerns for personal and property safety.
local_airport Airports
Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
accessibility Hospitals
Adequate Access. Healthcare facilities are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be limited in number or specialization.
school Colleges
Moderately Accessible. Colleges are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be more limited in number or quality.
local_library Schools
Limited Opportunity. Schools often face persistent academic or resource challenges. Graduation rates, college readiness, and access to advanced programs may be below average.

Residents

Population
396,488 332.4M (US)
Median Age
35.7 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
59.9% 64% (US)
College-Educated
30.9% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$63,072 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
85.0% 88% (US)
Average Commute
20 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
16.0% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$179,500 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$572 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$746 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
52.5% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Sedgwick County
7
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

Sedgwick County
8
Wichita Metro Area
7
Kansas
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 3 31
Feb 1 3 36
Mar 3 1 45
Apr 3 0 55
May 5 0 65
Jun 5 0 75
Jul 4 0 80
Aug 4 0 79
Sep 3 0 70
Oct 3 0 57
Nov 2 1 44
Dec 1 3 33

Hazards

Excessive Heat Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Republican stronghold, with 40% of residents leaning left and 54% leaning right.

Liberal (41%) (55%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 54%
Hillary Clinton 39%
Other 7%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 4, KS State Senate District 29, KS State House District 103, KS
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Schools

Allison Traditional Magnet Middle
<1 miles, SW • 1.9 star
Franklin Elem
<1 miles, W • 1.4 star
Park Elementary
<1 miles, NE • 1.4 star
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Colleges

Old Town Barber College-Wichita
1 miles, SE • 1 star
Friends University
1 miles, W • 2.3 star
Newman University
2 miles, W • 2.8 star
Crave Beauty Academy
2 miles, W • 1 star
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Hospitals

Via Christi Hospital-Wichita
1 miles, E • 2.3 star
Wesley Medical Center
3 miles, E • 5 star
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Airports

Salina Regional Airport
78 miles, N • 1 star
Stillwater Regional Airport
107 miles, S • 1 star
Manhattan Regional Airport
107 miles, NE • 1 star
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