Osage City, KS

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 8/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 3/10
local_airport Airports 4/10
school Colleges 7/10
accessibility Hospitals 9/10
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
Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
accessibility Hospitals
Well-Served. A good range of reputable hospitals and healthcare providers are easily accessible, ensuring reliable medical services.
school Colleges
Moderately Accessible. Colleges are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be more limited in number or quality.
local_library Schools
Limited Opportunity. Schools often face persistent academic or resource challenges. Graduation rates, college readiness, and access to advanced programs may be below average.

Residents

Population
2,837 332.4M (US)
Median Age
39.5 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
61.9% 64% (US)
College-Educated
18.6% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$63,393 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
81.8% 88% (US)
Average Commute
25 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
11.6% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$135,400 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$525 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$457 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
62.1% 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 32% of residents leaning left and 62% leaning right.

Liberal (32%) (63%) 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 3 29
Feb 1 3 34
Mar 3 1 44
Apr 4 0 53
May 5 0 64
Jun 5 0 73
Jul 4 0 78
Aug 4 0 77
Sep 4 0 68
Oct 3 0 56
Nov 2 1 44
Dec 1 3 32

Hazards

Excessive Heat Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

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Schools

Osage City Middle School
<1 miles, W · 2.3star
Osage City High
<1 miles, W · 2.3star
Osage City Elem
<1 miles, W · 2.3star
Lyndon High
8 miles, SE · 2.8star
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Colleges

Emporia State University
25 miles, W · 1.9star
Flint Hills Technical College
26 miles, W · 1.9star
Washburn University
28 miles, NE · 2.3star
Washburn Institute of Technology
29 miles, NE · 2.3star
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Hospitals

Newman Regional Health
25 miles, W · 4.1star
Stormont Vail Hospital
30 miles, NE · 3.2star
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Airports

Manhattan Regional Airport
58 miles, NW · 1star
Salina Regional Airport
99 miles, NW · 1star
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