Junction City, Junction City KS — neighborhood review

Junction City, KS

Junction City · Geary County · KS 66441

Updated August 6, 2026 · Would You Live There?

Think twice

Verdict

$170K

Median Price

61/100

Walk Score

5.4/10

Schools

Score Breakdown

AAffordability
92/100
D+Safety
55/100
D+Schools
54/100
D+Quietness
50/100
ACommute
100/100
CWalkability
61/100
WYLT Score69/100

Our Take

Junction City offers low home prices and decent schools, but it’s a car‑only town with limited transit and moderate crime. If you’re a young professional or family looking for affordability, it can work, but you’ll need a car and be ready for some noise and parking hassles.

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The Good

  • Affordable median home price at $156,900
  • Good overall school ratings (average 4.9/10)
  • Low flood risk (Zone X)
  • Reasonable median income of $59,270 for residents

Real Talk

  • !Walkscore 19 means almost every errand requires a car
  • !Crime data is missing but median income and population suggest moderate crime risk
  • !Commute times to larger job centers are unknown, likely long
  • !Limited transit and bike options make it hard to stay mobile without a car
  • $Higher car maintenance and parking expenses
  • $Potential higher property taxes for a car-dependent area
  • $Utilities and home insurance may be higher than city averages

Best For

Young families looking for affordable homesStudents needing low-cost housingCommuters who have their own carPet owners who can drive to parks

Risk Snapshot

Flood riskLow
Violent crimeModerate
Property crimeModerate
Air qualityGood
Price volatilityModerate

Crime & Safety

Junction City, KS

D+

Safety grade

Safety score55 / 100
High riskVery safe
⚠️Violent Crime
Moderate
3.9incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (3.7)11+

5% higher than the national average

🔒Property Crime
Moderate
19.8incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (19.5)59+

2% higher than the national average

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