Independence, Kansas

Population 9,428

Independence is located in Montgomery County, KS. The population is 9,428, making Independence the 2nd largest city in Montgomery County.

There are 4 public schools in Independence with an average Homefacts rating of C. The total crime rate for Independence is high , and there are 40 registered sex offenders residing in the city. Unemployment in Independence is moderate and the median home sales price is $0. Detailed and up-to-date Independence property reports are available for any property address.

Cities near Independence include Independence Township, Sycamore Township and West Cherry Township.

Independence Neighborhood Report

Schools

School Rating is Average
  • No High School Diploma: 10.5%
  • High School Graduate or Higher: 68.8%
  • Bachelor's Degree or Higher: 20.8%

Crime Rate

56.24% Higher than national avg.
  • Auto theft: 153
  • Violent Crimes: 989
  • Robbery: 71
  • Burglary: 1
  • Property Crime: 4
  • Larceny Theft: 3

Registered Offenders

68.08% Higher than national avg.
  • 40 offenders in Independence
  • 42.43 offenders/10,000 residents

Environmental Hazards

98 Found nearby
  • Brownfields: 3
  • Registered Polluters: 7
  • Superfunds: 8
  • Tanks & Spills: 80

Unemployment

Moderate 3.6%
  • Kansas unemployment average: 3.1%
  • National unemployment average: 3.7%

Property Values

Median Property Value $0

Schools view all

4 Public Schools view public schools

Summary
There are 4 K-12 public schools in Independence, KS and 3 private schools. Homefacts rates Independence's schools as Average, with an overall C rating.
3 Private Schools

Independence Bible School

St Andrew Catholic School

Zion Lutheran School

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1 Colleges & Universities view all colleges & universities

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40 Registered Offenders search the registered offender database

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8 Former Drug Labs view all

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21 Building Permits View All

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  • In 2012, the city of Independence, KS issued 21 building permits. All permits issued were for Single Family Homes. All permits issued were for Single Family Homes.
  • In 2011, the city of Independence, KS issued 19 building permits. All permits issued were for Single Family Homes. All permits issued were for Single Family Homes.
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Fair Market Rents

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  • Property Type Rent
  • Studio: $560
  • 1 Bedroom: $564
  • 2 Bedrooms: $742
  • 3 Bedrooms: $998
  • 4 Bedrooms: $1,128

Zip Codes

67301

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Environmental Hazards

98 Environmental Hazards

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Health Hazards

  • Air Quality HEALTHY (214/214)
    Independence, KS has 100% good air quality.
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  • Radon ZONE 2 COUNTY
    Independence, KS is a yellow zone.
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  • UV Index HIGH 5.15 Average
    Independence, KS is a high risk area for ultra-violet rays.
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Weather

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Average Monthly Temperature

  • January 34.83°
  • February 38.3°
  • March 49.12°
  • April 58.97°
  • May 67.5°
  • June 78.56°
  • July 83.62°
  • August 80.82°
  • September 69.93°
  • October 59.28°
  • November 49.63°
  • December 36.57°

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Natural Disasters

Probability of Natural Disasters for Independence, KS

Earthquakes
Independence, KS has a very low risk of earthquakes.
Hurricanes
Independence, KS has no risk of hurricanes.
Hail
Independence, KS has a very high risk of hail storms.
Tornadoes
Independence, KS has a high risk of tornadoes.

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Median Household Income

Median Household Income in Independence, KS: $39,271

Unemployment

Unemployment in Independence is 3.6%. It is moderate in comparison to the state and national averages, 3.1% and 3.7% respectively

Workforce Breakdown

Blue Collar - 52.89%
White Collar - 47.11%

Politics

State Representatives

  • Gov. Sam Brownback
  • Sen. Jerry Moran
  • Sen. Pat Roberts

City Representatives

  • Lynn Jenkins

Neighborhood Info

2 Airports view all

Nearest Major Airports

12 Cemeteries view all

17 FCC Towers view all

2 Fire Stations view all

1 Hospital view all

1 Library view all

2 Police Stations view all

2 Retirement Homes view all

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