Center Township, KS

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 4/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
school Colleges 6/10
accessibility Hospitals 2/10
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
Healthcare Scarce. The area has little to no access to hospitals or healthcare providers, requiring significant travel for most medical needs.
school Colleges
Moderately Accessible. Colleges are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be more limited in number or quality.
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
1,094 332.4M (US)
Median Age
38.3 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
66.7% 64% (US)
College-Educated
12.3% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$62,206 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
80.8% 88% (US)
Average Commute
30 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
15.9% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$110,800 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$477 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$625 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
75.8% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Dickinson County
2
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

Dickinson County
3
Kansas
4
United States
4

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 22% of residents leaning left and 72% leaning right.

Liberal (22%) (73%) Conservative

Climate

Humid subtropical climate. Hot humid summers and mild winters with precipitation in all seasons. See monthly weather averages below.

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 5 29
Feb 1 4 34
Mar 2 2 44
Apr 3 0 54
May 5 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 43
Dec 1 4 31

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

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Schools

Enterprise Elem
2 miles, W · 3.2star
Chapman High
5 miles, NE · 3.2star
Chapman Middle School
5 miles, NE · 1.9star
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Colleges

Kansas Wesleyan University
29 miles, W · 1.9star
Salina Area Technical College
31 miles, W · 1.9star
Bellus Academy
32 miles, E · 1star
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Hospitals

Memorial Hospital
7 miles, NW · 2.3star
Geary Community Hospital
14 miles, E · 3.2star
Herington Municipal Hospital
18 miles, S · 4.1star
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Airports

Manhattan Regional Airport
27 miles, E · 1star
Salina Regional Airport
32 miles, W · 1star
Hays Regional Airport
118 miles, W · 1star
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