Wellsville, KS

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 7/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 4/10
local_airport Airports 4/10
school Colleges 6/10
accessibility Hospitals 7/10
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
Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
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
Adequate Access. Healthcare facilities are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be limited in number or specialization.
school Colleges
Moderately Accessible. Colleges are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be more limited in number or quality.
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
2,003 332.4M (US)
Median Age
37.8 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
59.9% 64% (US)
College-Educated
19.1% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$67,292 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
86.2% 88% (US)
Average Commute
31 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
16.1% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$166,100 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$610 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,019 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
66.5% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Franklin County
4
Ottawa Urban 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

Franklin County
3
Ottawa Urban Area
3
Kansas
4

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 36% of residents leaning left and 59% leaning right.

Liberal (36%) (60%) 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 29
Feb 2 4 34
Mar 3 1 43
Apr 4 0 54
May 5 0 65
Jun 6 0 73
Jul 4 0 78
Aug 4 0 77
Sep 4 0 68
Oct 3 0 57
Nov 2 1 43
Dec 2 3 32

Hazards

Excessive Heat Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

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Schools

Wellsville High
<1 miles, NW · 2.8star
Wellsville Middle School
<1 miles, W · 1.4star
Wellsville Elem
<1 miles, NW · 1.9star
Edgerton Elem
5 miles, E · 4.6star
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Colleges

Baker University
7 miles, NW · 3.2star
Ottawa University-Ottawa
13 miles, W · 1.9star
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Hospitals

Adventhealth Ottawa
13 miles, W · 5star
Miami County Medical Center
16 miles, SE · 4.1star
Olathe Medical Center
17 miles, E · 2.3star
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Airports

Kansas City International Airport
45 miles, NE · 3.7star
Manhattan Regional Airport
90 miles, NW · 1star
Joplin Regional Airport
113 miles, S · 1star
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