Olpe, 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
8/10
home
Housing
8/10
visibility
Safety
10/10
local_library
Schools
5/10
local_airport
Airports
4/10
school
Colleges
3/10
accessibility
Hospitals
3/10
- 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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Convenient Commutes. Commutes are manageable, with reasonable travel times and access to reliable 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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Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
- visibility Safety
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Secure and Stable. The area has very low levels of violent and property crime, offering a highly secure environment for residents.
- 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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Healthcare Scarce. The area has little to no access to hospitals or healthcare providers, requiring significant travel for most medical needs.
- 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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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
603
332.4M (US)
Median Age
32.5 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
78.9%
64% (US)
College-Educated
39.9%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$87,917
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
98.0%
88% (US)
Average Commute
20 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
11.5%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$158,300
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$727
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$608
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
70.6%
58% (US)
Crime
Violent Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.
How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places
Lyon County
3
Emporia Urban Area
3
Kansas
4
Property Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.
How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places
Lyon County
5
Emporia Urban Area
4
Kansas
4
Politics
Historical Voting Patterns
This place is deep red country, with 35% of residents leaning left and 59% leaning right.
Liberal (35%) (59%) 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 | 30 |
| Feb | 1 | 2 | 35 |
| Mar | 2 | 1 | 44 |
| Apr | 2 | 0 | 55 |
| May | 5 | 0 | 65 |
| Jun | 5 | 0 | 74 |
| Jul | 4 | 0 | 79 |
| Aug | 4 | 0 | 78 |
| Sep | 2 | 0 | 69 |
| Oct | 2 | 0 | 57 |
| Nov | 2 | 1 | 44 |
| Dec | 1 | 4 | 32 |
Hazards
Excessive Heat Risk
Inland Flood Risk
Tornado Risk
Schools
Olpe Elementary
<1 miles, W
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Olpe Jr/Sr High School
<1 miles, W
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Logan Ave Elem
9 miles, N
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Riverside Elementary
9 miles, N
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Colleges
Emporia State University
10 miles, N
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Flint Hills Technical College
11 miles, N
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Allen County Community College
48 miles, SE
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Butler Community College
50 miles, W
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Hospitals
Newman Regional Health
10 miles, N
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Coffey County Hospital
24 miles, SE
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Greenwood County Hospital
30 miles, SW
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Morris County Hospital
33 miles, N
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Airports
Manhattan Regional Airport
66 miles, N
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Wichita Dwight D Eisenhower National Airport
81 miles, W
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Salina Regional Airport
88 miles, NW
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Kansas City International Airport
106 miles, E
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