Winfield 71 Excellent
Winfield Livability #112 ranked city in Kansas#5,990 ranked city in the USARanks better than 79% of areas

Pros and Cons of Living in Winfield

PROS
  • Cost Of Living

    Everyday cost of living expenses like goods and services, housing, groceries, transportation, health care and utilities are far below the national average.

  • Housing

    Impressive scores in the housing category characterize this area, potentially attributed to the availability of affordable housing, strong appreciation rates and high home values.

  • Health & Safety

    Accessible health facilities like hospitals, doctors offices, clinics and nursing homes as well as good air quality are all factors that have led to a high score in this category.

CONS
  • Amenities

    The majority of amenities will be difficult to reach within a short walk, often requiring residents to use a vehicle or public transportation for access.

  • Commute

    Low commute scores could be due to limited access to public transit in this area, as well as longer-than-average work commute times for residents.

  • Schools

    The low schools score might be a result of factors like lower than average education levels, lackluster reading and math scores and the inaccessibility of local elementary and high schools.

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What's it like Living in Winfield?

Winfield is a moderately-sized city located in the state of Kansas. The city has a population of 11,990 residents. According to the most recent Census, 86% of Winfield residents are White, 4% Asian and 3% Black. If you prefer shorter commutes, living in Winfield will be a delight. With an average one-way commute time of just 16 minutes, traveling to and from work is notably more convenient than the national average, which stands at 26 minutes.

Whether you’re relocating to a new area to be closer to family, friends or for a new job, living in Winfield could be a positive experience compared to other cities in Kansas if you know where to look. Don't forget to determine what matters most to you in a neighborhood. Consider factors such as safety, proximity to work or school, access to amenities (like parks, fitness facilities, grocery stores, restaurants), public transportation options, community atmosphere and the overall vibe you're looking for. To help you find the best places to live in and around Winfield, AreaVibes has created a livability score using key metrics like amenities, commute, employment, housing and more.

Using data and statistics Winfield has received a livability score of 71/100. This score is ranked in the 80th percentile when compared to all other cities. For each of the livability categories, we see that Winfield ranks very well for housing (A-). There are some categories that Winfield scores poorly for, including: amenities (F), education (D-) and employment (D-). It might be worth taking a closer look to figure out why.

A robust real estate market serves as a crucial economic indicator, reflecting the local area's strength, stability and the confidence of its residents. Winfield excels in the housing sector, scoring high marks based on factors such as median home and rental prices, appreciation rates and home affordability. These calculations suggest that the apartment rental and real estate market in the region is exceptionally healthy, highlighting the area's economic vitality and attractiveness to potential homebuyers and renters.

Being close to public transit, grocery stores, parks and other conveniences are all important when weighing your options for a new home in Winfield. Before you determine if any of these amenities are available in the area, you will also want to know if the real estate prices in Winfield are affordable. The median home price for Winfield homes is $92,900, which is 31.3% lower than the Kansas average. If we take a closer look at the affordability of homes in Winfield, we’ll see that the home price to income ratio is 1.9, which is 24% lower than the Kansas average.

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      Winfield transportation information

      Statistic Winfield Kansas National
      Average one way commute16min19min26min
      Workers who drive to work77.1%82.2%76.4%
      Workers who carpool13.8%9.3%9.3%
      Workers who take public transit0.1%0.5%5.1%
      Workers who bicycle0.1%0.3%0.6%
      Workers who walk4.0%2.4%2.8%
      Working from home3.2%4.2%4.6%
      Source: The Winfield, KS data and statistics displayed above are derived from the United States Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS).