Potosi Township, KS

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 5/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 10/10
local_library Schools 3/10
local_airport Airports 5/10
school Colleges 3/10
accessibility Hospitals 6/10
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
Lengthy Commutes. Commutes are often time-consuming due to distance, congestion, or limited 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
Secure and Stable. The area has very low levels of violent and property crime, offering a highly secure environment for residents.
local_airport Airports
Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
accessibility Hospitals
Adequate Access. Healthcare facilities are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be limited in number or specialization.
school Colleges
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
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
2,228 332.4M (US)
Median Age
41.2 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
66.1% 64% (US)
College-Educated
25.5% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$57,813 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
86.7% 88% (US)
Average Commute
32 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
14.0% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$141,400 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$597 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$458 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
53.8% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Linn County
1
Kansas City Metro Area
5
Kansas
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Linn County
1
Kansas City Metro Area
5
Kansas
4

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 28% of residents leaning left and 67% leaning right.

Liberal (28%) (68%) 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 30
Feb 2 3 35
Mar 3 1 44
Apr 4 0 55
May 5 0 65
Jun 6 0 74
Jul 4 0 79
Aug 4 0 77
Sep 4 0 68
Oct 4 0 57
Nov 3 0 44
Dec 2 3 33

Hazards

Excessive Heat Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

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Schools

Pleasanton Elem
2 miles, W · 1star
Pleasanton High
2 miles, W · 1.4star
Jayhawk Elementary
8 miles, W · 3.2star
Hume Elem
8 miles, S · 3.7star
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Colleges

Fort Scott Community College
25 miles, SW · 1.9star
Nevada Regional Technical Center
28 miles, S · 1.4star
Cottey College
29 miles, S · 1.4star
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Hospitals

Bates County Memorial Hospital
19 miles, E · 4.1star
Miami County Medical Center
28 miles, N · 4.1star
Nevada Regional Medical Center
30 miles, S · 4.1star
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Airports

Joplin Regional Airport
72 miles, S · 1star
Manhattan Regional Airport
126 miles, NW · 1star
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