Wathena Public RecordsKansas

Wathena, located in Doniphan County, Kansas, lacks a hospital within city limits; residents primarily access care via the nearby Mosaic Life Care (St. Joseph, MO, ~10 miles away). Doniphan County's uninsured rate is approximately 11.1%, with 14.9% aged 65+ (U.S. Census). The Wathena Family Health Center provides primary care services locally. Common health issues include diabetes, heart disease, and hypertension, reflecting broader rural Kansas trends. Healthcare provider density is low: Doniphan County has roughly 3.7 primary care physicians per 10,000 people, below the national rural average. Medicaid and Medicare are significant insurance sources for the area.

Wathena, located in Doniphan County, KS, relies heavily on personal vehicles for transportation, with over 90% of residents commuting by car and vehicle ownership exceeding 95% of households. The city lacks formal public transit services, resulting in minimal public transit usage. Average commute times are approximately 19 minutes, below the national average. Transportation infrastructure primarily consists of local and county roads, with U.S. Route 36 providing regional access. Most residents work in nearby employment hubs, such as St. Joseph, MO, and Atchison, KS, reflecting Wathena’s role as a commuter community.

As of the 2020 Census, Wathena city in Doniphan County, Kansas, had a population of 1,286. The median age was 38.3 years. Gender distribution was approximately 48% male and 52% female. Racially, the city was 92.8% White, 1.6% Black or African American, 0.5% Native American, 0.2% Asian, and 4.3% of two or more races; 3.6% identified as Hispanic or Latino of any race.

Wathena, in Doniphan County, KS, has a homeownership rate of about 68%, with median home values around $110,000 as of 2023. Rental options are limited, with median rents near $800/month. The city mainly features single-family homes, with some older residences and newer developments. Property values have risen modestly, about 3% year-over-year. Neighborhoods are quiet and family-friendly. Doniphan County’s property tax rate is approximately 1.48% of assessed value, making taxes on a $110,000 home about $1,628 annually.

Wathena, a city in Doniphan County, KS, is served primarily by Riverside Unified School District 114, which includes Riverside High School. The district comprises 2 main schools with approximately 600 students in total. School safety is rated above the state average, and student proficiency scores are around 40% in math and 45% in reading. About 87% of adults have a high school diploma, while 14% hold a bachelor’s degree or higher. Educational programs include career and technical education, with limited adult education opportunities locally.