Wilson, 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
8/10
home
Housing
9/10
visibility
Safety
8/10
local_library
Schools
5/10
local_airport
Airports
1/10
school
Colleges
5/10
accessibility
Hospitals
2/10
- 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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Convenient Commutes. Commutes are manageable, with reasonable travel times and access to reliable 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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Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
- local_library Schools
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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
824
332.4M (US)
Median Age
46.6 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
60.2%
64% (US)
College-Educated
23.0%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$58,214
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
88.2%
88% (US)
Average Commute
21 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
15.1%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$75,700
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$507
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$527
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
59.0%
58% (US)
Crime
Violent Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.
How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places
Ellsworth County
3
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
Ellsworth County
2
Kansas
4
United States
4
Climate
| Month | Rain (in) | Snow (in) | Temp (°F) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 1 | 5 | 30 |
| Feb | 1 | 4 | 34 |
| Mar | 2 | 2 | 43 |
| Apr | 3 | 0 | 53 |
| May | 4 | 0 | 64 |
| Jun | 4 | 0 | 74 |
| Jul | 4 | 0 | 80 |
| Aug | 4 | 0 | 78 |
| Sep | 3 | 0 | 69 |
| Oct | 2 | 0 | 56 |
| Nov | 1 | 1 | 42 |
| Dec | 1 | 4 | 30 |
Hazards
Excessive Heat Risk
Inland Flood Risk
Tornado Risk
Politics
Historical Voting Patterns
This place is deep red country, with 26% of residents leaning left and 69% leaning right.
Liberal (26%) (69%) Conservative2016 Presidential Election Results
Donald Trump 73%Related Legislative Districts
Congressional District 1, KS State Senate District 33, KS State House District 109, KSSchools
Wilson Junior/Senior High School
<1 miles, S
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2.3
Wilson Elementary School
<1 miles, S
•
3.2
Sylvan-Lucas Unified Jr sr
14 miles, NE
•
2.8
Ellsworth High
15 miles, SE
•
1.9
Colleges
Barton County Community College
32 miles, SW
•
1.4
Sterling College
44 miles, S
•
1.9
Salina Area Technical College
45 miles, SE
•
1.9
Hays Academy of Hair Design
45 miles, NW
•
1
Hospitals
Ellsworth County Medical Center
15 miles, SE
•
4.1
Russell Regional Hospital
21 miles, NW
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2.3
Lincoln County Hospital
23 miles, E
Clara Barton Hospital
27 miles, SW
•
4.1
Airports
Hays Regional Airport
43 miles, NW
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1
Salina Regional Airport
44 miles, SE
•
1
Wichita Dwight D Eisenhower National Airport
99 miles, S
•
1.9
Manhattan Regional Airport
99 miles, E
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1