Washington Township, KS
Livability
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Bikeability
1/10
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Walkability
1/10
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Transit
2/10
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Commute
8/10
home
Housing
6/10
visibility
Safety
9/10
local_library
Schools
2/10
local_airport
Airports
5/10
school
Colleges
3/10
accessibility
Hospitals
4/10
- 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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Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
- visibility Safety
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Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
- 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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Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
- 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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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
499
332.4M (US)
Median Age
35.5 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
64.2%
64% (US)
College-Educated
24.1%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$58,092
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
80.7%
88% (US)
Average Commute
22 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
28.2%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$107,000
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$418
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$439
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
56.6%
58% (US)
Crime
Violent Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.
How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places
Brown 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
Brown County
4
Kansas
4
United States
4
Politics
Historical Voting Patterns
This place is deep red country, with 25% of residents leaning left and 70% leaning right.
Liberal (25%) (71%) 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 | 5 | 26 |
| Feb | 1 | 5 | 30 |
| Mar | 2 | 2 | 42 |
| Apr | 3 | 0 | 53 |
| May | 5 | 0 | 63 |
| Jun | 5 | 0 | 73 |
| Jul | 5 | 0 | 77 |
| Aug | 4 | 0 | 75 |
| Sep | 4 | 0 | 67 |
| Oct | 3 | 0 | 55 |
| Nov | 2 | 1 | 41 |
| Dec | 1 | 4 | 29 |
Hazards
Excessive Heat Risk
Inland Flood Risk
Tornado Risk
Schools
Everest Middle
3 miles, W
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Horton Elem
8 miles, W
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Horton High
8 miles, W
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Doniphan West Elementary School
8 miles, E
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Colleges
Highland Community College
12 miles, NE
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Benedictine College
17 miles, SE
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American Business and Technology University
30 miles, E
Hillyard Technical Center
31 miles, E
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Hospitals
Hiawatha Community Hospital
13 miles, N
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Atchison Hospital
18 miles, SE
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Holton Community Hospital
25 miles, W
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Sabetha Community Hospital
26 miles, NW
Airports
Kansas City International Airport
46 miles, SE
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Manhattan Regional Airport
79 miles, W
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Lincoln Airport
107 miles, N
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Eppley Airfield
114 miles, N
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