Wyandotte County, KS

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 2/10
directions_bus Transit 2/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 7/10
visibility Safety 10/10
local_library Schools 2/10
local_airport Airports 4/10
school Colleges 5/10
accessibility Hospitals 9/10
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
Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
visibility Safety
Secure and Stable. The area has very low levels of violent and property crime, offering a highly secure environment for residents.
local_airport Airports
Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
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
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
167,277 332.4M (US)
Median Age
34.2 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
63.4% 64% (US)
College-Educated
20.5% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$60,582 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
83.1% 88% (US)
Average Commute
24 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
13.9% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$152,700 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$613 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$813 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
54.8% 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 City Metro Area
5
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 City Metro Area
5
Kansas
4
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 4 28
Feb 1 3 33
Mar 2 1 43
Apr 4 0 54
May 4 0 64
Jun 5 0 73
Jul 4 0 78
Aug 4 0 77
Sep 4 0 68
Oct 2 0 56
Nov 2 1 43
Dec 2 4 31

Hazards

Excessive Heat Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep blue country, with 65% of residents leaning left and 31% leaning right.

Liberal (66%) (31%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 34%
Hillary Clinton 61%
Other 5%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 2, KS State Senate District 6, KS State House District 37, KS
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Schools

Stony Point North
<1 miles, SW • 1.4 star
Arrowhead Middle
<1 miles, N • 1 star
Claude A Huyck Elem
<1 miles, NW • 1.4 star
500 Reach
1 miles, NE • 1.9 star
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Colleges

Donnelly College
6 miles, SE • 1.4 star
Park University
7 miles, NE • 2.3 star
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Hospitals

Providence Medical Center
2 miles, NW • 5 star
Adventhealth Shawnee Mission
9 miles, S • 5 star
University of Kansas Hospital
9 miles, SE • 4.1 star
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Airports

Kansas City International Airport
13 miles, NE • 3.7 star
Manhattan Regional Airport
102 miles, NW • 1 star
Joplin Regional Airport
136 miles, S • 1 star
Columbia Regional Airport
138 miles, SE • 1 star
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