Rush County, KS

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 4/10
local_airport Airports 1/10
school Colleges 2/10
accessibility Hospitals 5/10
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
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
school Colleges
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
local_library Schools
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
2,957 332.4M (US)
Median Age
46.0 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
53.3% 64% (US)
College-Educated
21.5% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$60,288 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
88.4% 88% (US)
Average Commute
23 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
13.9% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$79,300 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$457 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$436 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
64.7% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

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

Kansas
4
United States
4

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 23% of residents leaning left and 72% leaning right.

Liberal (23%) (73%) 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 1 3 34
Mar 2 3 43
Apr 2 0 53
May 3 0 64
Jun 3 0 74
Jul 4 0 79
Aug 3 0 77
Sep 2 0 69
Oct 2 0 56
Nov 1 1 43
Dec 1 3 32

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

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Schools

La Crosse Middle School
<1 miles, E · 1.4star
La Crosse High
<1 miles, E · 2.8star
La Crosse Elementary
<1 miles, N · 2.8star
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Colleges

Fort Hays State University
24 miles, N · 1.9star
Hays Academy of Hair Design
25 miles, N · 1star
Barton County Community College
32 miles, SE · 1.4star
Sterling College
63 miles, SE · 1.9star
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Hospitals

Hays Medical Center
25 miles, NE · 4.1star
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Airports

Hays Regional Airport
22 miles, NE · 1star
Garden City Regional Airport
87 miles, W · 1star
Salina Regional Airport
91 miles, E · 1star
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