Melvern Township, KS
Livability
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Bikeability
2/10
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Walkability
3/10
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Transit
3/10
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Commute
4/10
home
Housing
7/10
visibility
Safety
9/10
local_library
Schools
6/10
local_airport
Airports
5/10
school
Colleges
5/10
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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Lengthy Commutes. Commutes are often time-consuming due to distance, congestion, or limited 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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Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
- 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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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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Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.
Residents
Population
602
332.4M (US)
Median Age
46.5 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
74.5%
64% (US)
College-Educated
18.2%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$57,750
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
83.1%
88% (US)
Average Commute
38 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
19.8%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$179,000
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$617
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$615
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
70.0%
58% (US)
Crime
Violent Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.
How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places
Osage County
1
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
Osage County
2
Topeka Metro Area
6
Kansas
4
Politics
Historical Voting Patterns
This place is deep red country, with 31% of residents leaning left and 65% leaning right.
Liberal (31%) (65%) 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 | 4 | 29 |
| Feb | 1 | 3 | 34 |
| Mar | 3 | 1 | 44 |
| Apr | 4 | 0 | 54 |
| May | 5 | 0 | 64 |
| Jun | 6 | 0 | 73 |
| Jul | 4 | 0 | 79 |
| Aug | 4 | 0 | 77 |
| Sep | 4 | 0 | 68 |
| Oct | 3 | 0 | 57 |
| Nov | 2 | 1 | 44 |
| Dec | 2 | 3 | 32 |
Hazards
Excessive Heat Risk
Inland Flood Risk
Tornado Risk
Schools
Marais Des Cygnes Valley Middle
<1 miles, NE
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Marais Des Cygnes Valley High
<1 miles, NE
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Waverly Elem
7 miles, S
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Waverly High
7 miles, S
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Colleges
Ottawa University-Online
22 miles, E
Ottawa University-Ottawa
22 miles, E
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Emporia State University
30 miles, W
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Baker University
31 miles, E
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Hospitals
Coffey County Hospital
21 miles, SW
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Adventhealth Ottawa
21 miles, E
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Anderson County Hospital
26 miles, SE
Newman Regional Health
30 miles, W
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Airports
Manhattan Regional Airport
71 miles, NW
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Kansas City International Airport
74 miles, NE
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Salina Regional Airport
110 miles, NW
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Joplin Regional Airport
112 miles, S
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