Madison, 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
7/10
home
Housing
10/10
visibility
Safety
8/10
local_library
Schools
6/10
local_airport
Airports
5/10
school
Colleges
3/10
accessibility
Hospitals
6/10
- 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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Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
- 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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Extremely Affordable. The area offers very low housing costs and an overall cost of living that is highly accessible for most budgets.
- 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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Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
- accessibility Hospitals
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Adequate Access. Healthcare facilities are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be limited in number or specialization.
- school Colleges
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Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
- local_library Schools
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Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.
Residents
Population
943
332.4M (US)
Median Age
36.3 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
59.6%
64% (US)
College-Educated
22.3%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$52,750
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
88.1%
88% (US)
Average Commute
24 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
7.5%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$48,600
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$335
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$400
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
57.3%
58% (US)
Crime
Violent Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.
How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places
Greenwood County
4
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
Greenwood County
3
Kansas
4
United States
4
Politics
Historical Voting Patterns
This place is deep red country, with 32% of residents leaning left and 63% leaning right.
Liberal (32%) (63%) ConservativeClimate
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 | 3 | 30 |
| Feb | 1 | 2 | 35 |
| Mar | 3 | 1 | 44 |
| Apr | 3 | 0 | 53 |
| May | 5 | 0 | 65 |
| Jun | 6 | 0 | 74 |
| Jul | 4 | 0 | 79 |
| Aug | 4 | 0 | 78 |
| Sep | 4 | 0 | 69 |
| Oct | 3 | 0 | 57 |
| Nov | 2 | 0 | 44 |
| Dec | 1 | 3 | 32 |
Hazards
Excessive Heat Risk
Inland Flood Risk
Tornado Risk
Schools
Madison Elem
<1 miles, S
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Madison High
<1 miles, SW
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Olpe Elementary
9 miles, N
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Olpe Jr/Sr High School
9 miles, N
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Colleges
Emporia State University
20 miles, N
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Flint Hills Technical College
20 miles, N
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Allen County Community College
42 miles, SE
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Butler Community College
46 miles, W
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Hospitals
Newman Regional Health
20 miles, N
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Coffey County Hospital
22 miles, E
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Greenwood County Hospital
22 miles, SW
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Morris County Hospital
42 miles, N
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Airports
Manhattan Regional Airport
75 miles, N
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Wichita Dwight D Eisenhower National Airport
78 miles, W
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Salina Regional Airport
94 miles, NW
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Kansas City International Airport
111 miles, NE
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