Wichita Metro Area, KS

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 7/10
visibility Safety 3/10
local_library Schools 2/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
school Colleges 5/10
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
Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
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
Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
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
648,935 332.4M (US)
Median Age
36.6 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
64.2% 64% (US)
College-Educated
31.5% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$68,930 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
87.2% 88% (US)
Average Commute
22 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
15.1% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$188,200 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$601 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$750 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
58.7% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

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

Kansas
4
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 3 31
Feb 1 2 36
Mar 3 1 45
Apr 3 0 55
May 4 0 65
Jun 5 0 74
Jul 3 0 79
Aug 3 0 78
Sep 3 0 70
Oct 3 0 57
Nov 2 0 44
Dec 1 3 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 57% leaning right.

Liberal (38%) (58%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 57%
Hillary Clinton 36%
Other 7%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 4, KS State Senate District 28, KS State House District 81, KS
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Schools

Wineteer Elem
<1 miles, E • 2.3 star
Beech Elem
2 miles, NE • 1 star
Allen Elem
2 miles, NW • 1 star
Colvin Elem
2 miles, NW • 1 star
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Colleges

Old Town Barber College-Wichita
5 miles, NW • 1 star
Wichita State University
6 miles, N • 2.3 star
Wichita Technical Institute
7 miles, NW • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Wesley Medical Center
5 miles, N • 5 star
Via Christi Hospital-Wichita
6 miles, NW • 2.3 star
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Airports

Salina Regional Airport
83 miles, N • 1 star
Stillwater Regional Airport
102 miles, S • 1 star
Manhattan Regional Airport
108 miles, NE • 1 star
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