Lecompton Public RecordsKansas

Lecompton, Douglas County, KS, is served by the Perry-Lecompton USD 343 district, featuring Perry-Lecompton High School with a graduation rate of about 90%. The city has no colleges or universities; approximately 32% of adults hold a bachelor’s degree or higher. Educational programs focus on STEM and vocational skills, and school safety scores in the district are above the state average (8/10). Two main schools operate in Lecompton: a grade school and the high school. Adult education opportunities are limited locally but accessible in nearby Lawrence, including GED and continuing education programs.

Lecompton, in Douglas County, Kansas, relies primarily on private vehicles for transportation, with approximately 94% of residents commuting by car and fewer than 1% using public transit, reflecting limited transit services. The average one-way commute time is about 22 minutes, slightly below the national average. Most households (over 94%) have access to at least one vehicle, and nearly 80% of workers drive alone to work. Transportation infrastructure centers on U.S. Highway 40 and nearby I-70. Major employment hubs include Lawrence and Topeka, with many residents commuting to these larger cities for work.

As of the 2020 Census, Lecompton city in Douglas County, KS, had a population of 594. The median age was approximately 42 years. Gender distribution was nearly equal, with about 51% male and 49% female. The racial and ethnic makeup was predominantly White (about 93%), with small representations of African American (1%), Native American (2%), Asian (0.2%), and those identifying as Hispanic or Latino of any race making up nearly 2% of the population.

Lecompton, in Douglas County, KS, has a homeownership rate of about 85%, with the median home value near $220,000 as of 2023. Rental options are limited, with median rents around $1,100/month. The city features mainly single-family homes and historic properties, especially near the downtown/heritage district. Property values have risen by roughly 5% in the last year. Neighborhoods are small, tight-knit, and largely residential. Property tax rates average 1.37% of assessed value, slightly above the national average. The market remains stable with moderate demand and affordability compared to nearby Lawrence.

Lecompton, Douglas County, KS, is a small city with limited in-town healthcare facilities; residents primarily access care in nearby Lawrence, such as Lawrence Memorial Hospital (509 beds). Lecompton lacks its own hospital and has only a few small clinics. About 87% of Douglas County residents have health insurance. The population skews older, with around 19% over age 65. Common health issues include hypertension, diabetes, and obesity. Most local healthcare providers are in Lawrence, with over 900 healthcare professionals countywide. Access may be limited by transportation and lower income levels in some demographics.