Wetmore, KS
Livability
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Bikeability
1/10
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Walkability
1/10
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Transit
1/10
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Commute
5/10
home
Housing
10/10
visibility
Safety
10/10
local_library
Schools
7/10
local_airport
Airports
4/10
school
Colleges
6/10
accessibility
Hospitals
5/10
- 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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Lengthy Commutes. Commutes are often time-consuming due to distance, congestion, or limited 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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Extremely Affordable. The area offers very low housing costs and an overall cost of living that is highly accessible for most budgets.
- visibility Safety
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Secure and Stable. The area has very low levels of violent and property crime, offering a highly secure environment for residents.
- 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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Moderately Accessible. Colleges are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be more limited in number or quality.
- local_library Schools
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Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.
Residents
Population
325
332.4M (US)
Median Age
31.5 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
55.7%
64% (US)
College-Educated
18.5%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$65,000
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
89.3%
88% (US)
Average Commute
36 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
8.9%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$85,000
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$405
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$519
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
86.9%
58% (US)
Crime
Violent Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.
How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places
Nemaha County
1
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
Nemaha County
2
Kansas
4
United States
4
Politics
Historical Voting Patterns
This place is deep red country, with 21% of residents leaning left and 75% leaning right.
Liberal (21%) (75%) 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 | 27 |
| Feb | 1 | 5 | 31 |
| Mar | 2 | 2 | 42 |
| Apr | 3 | 1 | 53 |
| May | 5 | 0 | 64 |
| Jun | 5 | 0 | 73 |
| Jul | 5 | 0 | 77 |
| Aug | 4 | 0 | 75 |
| Sep | 4 | 0 | 67 |
| Oct | 3 | 0 | 55 |
| Nov | 2 | 1 | 42 |
| Dec | 1 | 4 | 29 |
Hazards
Excessive Heat Risk
Inland Flood Risk
Tornado Risk
Schools
Wetmore High
<1 miles, E
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Wetmore Elementary
<1 miles, E
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Jackson Heights High School and Middle School
8 miles, S
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Jackson Heights Elementary School
8 miles, S
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Colleges
Highland Community College
33 miles, E
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Benedictine College
38 miles, SE
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Rasmussen College-Kansas
40 miles, S
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Washburn Institute of Technology
41 miles, S
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Hospitals
Holton Community Hospital
11 miles, S
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Sabetha Community Hospital
18 miles, NE
Nemaha Valley Community Hospital
20 miles, NW
Hiawatha Community Hospital
21 miles, NE
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Airports
Manhattan Regional Airport
57 miles, W
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Kansas City International Airport
63 miles, SE
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Lincoln Airport
98 miles, N
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Salina Regional Airport
114 miles, W
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