Phillipsburg, KS

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 9/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 3/10
local_airport Airports 1/10
school Colleges 5/10
accessibility Hospitals 3/10
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
Convenient Commutes. Commutes are manageable, with reasonable travel times and access to reliable transportation options.
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
Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
accessibility Hospitals
Healthcare Scarce. The area has little to no access to hospitals or healthcare providers, requiring significant travel for most medical needs.
school Colleges
Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
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
2,132 332.4M (US)
Median Age
43.3 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
45.6% 64% (US)
College-Educated
26.2% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$58,125 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
90.9% 88% (US)
Average Commute
16 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
11.9% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$93,900 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$524 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$471 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
57.0% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Phillips County
2
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

Phillips County
1
Kansas
4
United States
4

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 14% of residents leaning left and 81% leaning right.

Liberal (14%) (82%) 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 0 4 27
Feb 1 4 32
Mar 2 2 41
Apr 2 1 52
May 4 0 61
Jun 2 0 72
Jul 4 0 79
Aug 2 0 76
Sep 2 0 66
Oct 2 1 53
Nov 1 2 40
Dec 1 4 29

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

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Schools

Phillipsburg Elem
<1 miles, W · 3.2star
Phillipsburg Middle
<1 miles, NE · 1.4star
Phillipsburg High
<1 miles, S · 2.8star
Thunder Ridge Middle School
11 miles, E · 1.9star
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Colleges

Hays Academy of Hair Design
60 miles, S · 1star
Fort Hays State University
61 miles, SW · 1.9star
University of Nebraska at Kearney
67 miles, NE · 2.3star
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Hospitals

Smith County Memorial Hospital
29 miles, E · 4.1star
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Airports

Hays Regional Airport
63 miles, S · 1star
Kearney Regional Airport
69 miles, NE · 1star
Salina Regional Airport
111 miles, SE · 1star
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