Mayetta, KS

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 4/10
directions_run Walkability 2/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 8/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 4/10
local_airport Airports 5/10
school Colleges 6/10
accessibility Hospitals 5/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Challenging for Cyclists. Limited bike lanes or paths and challenging road conditions make biking difficult, suitable for only the most determined cyclists.
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
Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
accessibility Hospitals
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
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
347 332.4M (US)
Median Age
46.0 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
57.4% 64% (US)
College-Educated
19.2% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$56,250 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
91.2% 88% (US)
Average Commute
24 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
11.0% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$68,300 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$469 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$685 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
62.7% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Jackson County
3
Topeka Metro Area
4
Kansas
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Jackson County
3
Topeka Metro Area
6
Kansas
4

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 35% of residents leaning left and 61% leaning right.

Liberal (35%) (61%) 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 4 28
Feb 1 4 33
Mar 2 1 43
Apr 4 0 54
May 5 0 64
Jun 5 0 73
Jul 4 0 78
Aug 4 0 76
Sep 4 0 67
Oct 3 0 55
Nov 2 1 42
Dec 1 4 30

Hazards

Excessive Heat Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Schools

Royal Valley Middle School
<1 miles, S · 1.4star
Royal Valley High
6 miles, S · 2.3star
Royal Valley Elementary
6 miles, S · 2.8star
Holton Elementary School
9 miles, N · 2.8star

Colleges

Rasmussen College-Kansas
20 miles, SW · 1.4star
Washburn Institute of Technology
20 miles, SW · 2.3star
Washburn University
21 miles, S · 2.3star
Benedictine College
36 miles, E · 1.9star

Hospitals

Holton Community Hospital
10 miles, N · 3.2star
Stormont Vail Hospital
20 miles, S · 3.2star

Airports

Manhattan Regional Airport
53 miles, W · 1star
Kansas City International Airport
54 miles, SE · 3.7star
Salina Regional Airport
110 miles, W · 1star
Lincoln Airport
118 miles, N · 1star