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Silver Lake, KS

Kansas · Shawnee County · Topeka Metro

Silver Lake is a small town in Kansas with a population of 1,549. Residents earn $56,857 per year, which is 24% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
1,549 Population 2,766/sq mi density
$56,857 Median Income $35,620 per capita
$168,900 Home Value $269,958 Zillow
$877 Median Rent 19.5% income on rent
55°F Avg Temperature 302 sunny days/yr
510 Violent Crime/100K 4,903 property/100K
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.1 / 5.0
$56,857 median income, 0.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$168,900 home value, $877/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
510 violent crimes/100K (34% above avg)
B+
Education
3.9 / 5.0
35.9% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $56,857
24% lower than US avg
Home Value $168,900
40% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 510/100K
34% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 35.9%
7% higher than US avg
Median Rent $877
25% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.9%
9% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.3%
92% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.7%
78% lower than US avg

How Silver Lake Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population1,549
Median Age39.7 yrs
Density2,766/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 96%
Veterans14.9%

Economy

A
Median Income$56,857
Per Capita$35,620
Unemployment0.3%
Poverty2.7%
County GDP$14,584M
Commute20 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$168,900
Rent$877
Ownership74.1%
Zillow$269,958
Housing Units652
Rent Burden19.5%

Crime

F
Violent510/100K
Property4,903/100K

Health

Obesity34.9%
Uninsured6.6%
Smoking13.5%
Depression24.9%
Heart Disease4.8%

Climate

Avg Temp55°F (13°C)
AQI39 (Good)
Rain37.3 in/yr
Sunny Days302/yr
Elevation913 ft (278 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+35.9%
High School+98.5%
Graduate+11.6%
School Score5.47

Community

2024 VoteR 49% / D 49%
Commute20 min
Broadband87.5%
EV Stations1
Libraries7

Is Silver Lake a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Silver Lake receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates, below-average incomes. Silver Lake offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Silver Lake is $56,857, 24% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.3%. Only 2.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Silver Lake is $168,900, 40% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $877 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. At just 3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

The violent crime rate of 510 per 100,000 is above the national average of 380 / something for prospective residents to consider. Property crime occurs at a rate of 4,903 per 100,000, 150% above the national average.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 35.9% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 98.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Silver Lake experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. With 302 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 37.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Silver Lake has a population of 1,549 with a density of 2,766 people per square mile, spread across 0.6 square miles. The median age is 39.7 years, 2% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 46.3% female and 53.7% male. The city is predominantly White (95.7%), with 1.7% Hispanic. English is the primary language spoken at home by 99.6% of residents. 14.9% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 6.9% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average). 98.4% have health insurance coverage.

Population

1,549
Total Population
2,766
People / sq mi
39.7yrs
Median Age
2% above US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.7%
Female 46.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Silver Lake vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 99.6%
27% above US avg
Spanish 0.4%
97% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Silver Lake vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Silver Lake is $56,857, which is 24% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $35,620. The average weekly wage is $1,156, 19% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 0.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.7% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 5,183 business establishments, including 369 restaurants. The cost of living index is 90.1, below the national baseline of 100 / offering relatively affordable living. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 13.1% of workers work from home.

Income: Silver Lake vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$56,857
24% below US avg
Per Capita Income$35,620
Avg Weekly Wage$1,156
IRS Avg AGI$67,880
Gini Index0.451 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.3%
92% below US avg
Poverty Rate2.7%
78% below US avg
Establishments (County)5,183
County GDP$14,584M

Business (County)

Restaurants369
Healthcare652
Retail555
Manufacturing109

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,214
49% above US avg
Cost of Living90.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate3.09%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time20.0 min
Drive Alone78.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home13.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Silver Lake is $168,900, 40% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $269,958, higher than the Census estimate. Monthly rent averages $877 (25% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $753 for a one-bedroom to $947 for a two-bedroom apartment. 74.1% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 652 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1972. The average annual property tax is $5,214 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 19.5% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 3x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$168,900
40% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$269,958

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$877
25% below US avg
Rent Burden19.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$702
1 Bedroom$753
2 Bedrooms$947
3 Bedrooms$1,223
4 Bedrooms$1,397

Ownership & Property

Homeownership74.1%
Owner-Occupied74.1%
Renter-Occupied25.9%
Housing Units652
Median Year Built1972

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,214
49% above US avg
Effective Rate3.09%
In Silver Lake, 34.9% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 8.1% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 4.8% of residents, below the national average. 30.7% have high blood pressure. 13.5% are current smokers. 18.4% report binge drinking. 19.6% are physically inactive, below the national average. 24.9% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 16.4% experience frequent mental distress. 6.6% of residents lack health insurance (below the 8.6% national rate). The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,371. The dentist ratio is 1:1,467. 87.1% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 7.6 out of 10.

Health Metrics: Silver Lake vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.9%
9% above US avg
Diabetes8.1%
Heart Disease4.8%
High Blood Pressure30.7%
Asthma10.5%
COPD5.1%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke2.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking13.5%
4% below US avg
Binge Drinking18.4%
Physical Inactivity19.6%
Depression24.9%
Mental Distress16.4%
Physical Distress10.5%
Short Sleep34.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.4%
Uninsured6.6%
23% below US avg
Primary Care1:1,371
Dentists1:1,467
Mental Health1:257
Checkup Rate76.8%
Dental Visits71.5%
Premature Death10,420/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.6/10
Exercise Access87.1%
Healthcare Facilities652
Silver Lake has a violent crime rate of 510 per 100,000 residents, 34% above the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 4,903 per 100,000, 150% above the U.S. average. The county recorded 16 fatal traffic crashes. The area has experienced 91 federally declared disasters. Overall, Silver Lake receives a safety grade of F.

Crime Rates: Silver Lake vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent509.9/100K
34% above US avg

Property Crime

Total Property4,903.2/100K
150% above US avg

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)16
Traffic Accidents5
Avg Accident Severity4.0 / 4.0
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
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Silver Lake experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. The area gets 302 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 37.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39. The city sits at an elevation of 913 feet.

Temperature

29°F Jan (-2°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average54.9°F
2% above US avg
January Average29°F (-2°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)
Sunny Days302 days/yr

Geography

Elevation913 ft (278 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.5 km²)
Population Density2,766/sq mi
Coordinates39.0998°N, 95.8567°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
CountyShawnee County County
Nearest AirportPhilip Billard Municipal (TOP)
13 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 37.3"
2% below US avg
Wettest Month (Jun) 5.31"
Driest Month (Jan) 0.94"

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Air Pollutants (EPA 2023)

Ozone (O₃)0.0494 ppm
PM2.5 (Fine Particles)9.3 μg/m³

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall RiskRelatively Moderate
Risk Score88.0 / 100
Social Vulnerability35.3 / 100
Community Resilience85.8 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado Relatively High
Hurricane No Rating
Earthquake Relatively Low
Wildfire Relatively Low
Flood Relatively Moderate
Hail Relatively Moderate
Strong Wind Relatively Moderate
Heat Wave Relatively Moderate
Winter Weather Very High
Lightning Relatively High
Ice Storm Very High
Drought Relatively Low
Cold Wave Relatively Moderate
Landslide Relatively Low
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

55 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.8. Most recent: M2.6 on Jun 25, 2025.

Sep 16, 2019 15 km NW of Elmdale, Kansas M3.8 103 km
Dec 17, 2009 2 km NW of Auburn, Nebraska M3.6 145 km
Mar 12, 2020 6 km NNE of Hope, Kansas M3.5 110 km
May 15, 2025 5 km NNW of Herington, Kansas M3.5 105 km
Oct 10, 2024 6 km WSW of Woodbine, Kansas M3.5 107 km
Apr 6, 2023 6 km N of Bennington, Kansas M3.3 149 km
Mar 24, 2020 8 km NNE of Hope, Kansas M3.3 110 km
May 8, 2021 2 km E of Hope, Kansas M3.2 113 km
May 8, 2021 4 km ENE of Hope, Kansas M3.2 110 km
Jun 4, 2023 13 km SE of Lincolnville, Kansas M3.2 114 km
Jul 30, 2019 5 km NNE of Kipp, Kansas M3.2 139 km
Sep 16, 2019 11 km E of Marion, Kansas M3.2 121 km
Jul 4, 2020 5 km W of Kipp, Kansas M3.1 148 km
Mar 23, 2007 5 km N of Nortonville, Kansas M3.1 60 km
Mar 22, 2020 2 km WNW of Hope, Kansas M3.1 117 km
Jan 29, 2020 9 km ENE of Marion, Kansas M3.1 121 km
Jan 15, 2022 5 km SW of Gypsum, Kansas M3.1 148 km
Jul 30, 2019 2 km ENE of New Cambria, Kansas M3.1 142 km
May 7, 2021 4 km NE of Hope, Kansas M3.1 110 km
Jun 4, 2022 8 km NNW of Roxbury, Kansas M3.0 148 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tornado History

623 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF5. Total: 97 fatalities, 1,331 injuries.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
Jun 8, 1966 EF5 21 km 16
May 20, 1957 EF5 79 km 44
May 28, 2019 EF4 51 km 0
Jun 11, 2008 EF4 74 km 0
May 4, 2003 EF4 89 km 2
Jun 8, 1974 EF4 82 km 6
Jun 8, 1966 EF4 59 km 1
Aug 6, 1962 EF4 47 km 0
May 7, 1961 EF4 80 km 0
May 19, 1960 EF4 41 km 0
May 19, 1960 EF4 12 km 1
May 22, 1952 EF4 57 km 0
Apr 30, 2024 EF3 60 km 1
May 21, 2019 EF3 92 km 0
Jun 3, 2014 EF3 98 km 0
May 28, 2013 EF3 67 km 0
May 21, 2011 EF3 67 km 1
May 29, 2004 EF3 100 km 0
May 8, 2003 EF3 59 km 0
Aug 17, 1985 EF3 58 km 0
Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Wildfire History

20 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: ANNUAL BUR (60,039 ac, 1998).

Year Name Acres Distance
1998 ANNUAL BUR 60,039 93 km
2000 WEST SIDE MVD 18,701 94 km
2016 BURLEY HILL 16,381 69 km
2023 WAGSTAFF 16,111 48 km
1988 UNNAMED 15,512 46 km
1996 UNNAMED 14,832 98 km
2010 RANGE 51 13,760 76 km
1991 UNNAMED 12,063 99 km
2001 TALLGRASS 01 10,737 97 km
2009 MA-KILO 8,935 86 km
2024 AXELTON-BURKLUND 8,831 83 km
2019 2019-3238A 8,632 78 km
2018 ROCK WALL 8,468 97 km
2023 SMITH HILLS 8,445 51 km
2018 190 AND YY RD 7,919 96 km
2002 UNNAMED 7,758 89 km
2004 TALLGRASS 04 7,733 94 km
2005 TALLGRASS 2005 7,510 96 km
2013 UNNAMED 7,465 78 km
2015 IMPACT 7,242 78 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 29°F (-2°C) 0.9 in Coldest, Driest
February 33°F (1°C) 0.9 in
March 44°F (7°C) 2.5 in
April 55°F (13°C) 3.2 in
May 65°F (18°C) 4.8 in
June 74°F (23°C) 5.3 in Wettest
July 78°F (26°C) 3.6 in Warmest
August 77°F (25°C) 3.7 in
September 69°F (20°C) 4.4 in
October 57°F (14°C) 2.9 in
November 43°F (6°C) 2.0 in
December 32°F (0°C) 1.3 in

Silver Lake has a seasonal temperature swing of 49°F / from 29°F in January to 78°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 35.5 inches, with June being the wettest month (5.3") and January the driest (0.9").

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Silver Lake is located in Shawnee County. It is classified as Metro / under 250K, part of a metropolitan area. 35.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 7% above the national average of 33.7%. 98.5% have completed high school. 11.6% hold a graduate or professional degree. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Democrat with 49.3% of the vote, a 0.5-point margin. 87.5% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 1 EV charging stations. There are 7 public libraries serving the community. 652 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 78.7% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 48.8%
D 49.3%

Winner: Democrat by 0.5 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)16
Traffic Accidents5
Avg Accident Severity4.0 / 4.0
FEMA Disaster Declarations91
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+35.9%
7% above US avg
High School+98.5%
Graduate Degree+11.6%
School Test Score5.47
B+ Education Grade (3.9/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 3Metro / under 250K
Population Density2,766/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi
CountyShawnee County County

Services

Broadband Access87.5%
Avg Download Speed103.0 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed16.3 Mbps
Max Download Speed1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations2
Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities652
Restaurants369
Retail Stores555

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute20.0 min
Drive Alone78.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home13.1%
Average costs for common services in Silver Lake. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care) $225 ($135–$360)
Specialist Visit $315 ($180–$496)
Urgent Care Visit $180 ($90–$315)
Emergency Room Visit $1,982 ($721–$4,505)
Dental Cleaning $117 ($68–$180)
Dental Filling $225 ($135–$360)
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Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional) $41 ($23–$68)
Oil Change (Synthetic) $68 ($45–$108)
Brake Pad Replacement $270 ($135–$451)
Tire Rotation $36 ($18–$68)
New Tires (Set of 4) $541 ($360–$901)
Battery Replacement $180 ($90–$315)
View all 18 services

Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour) $90 ($54–$135)
Electrician (Per Hour) $81 ($45–$126)
HVAC Repair $360 ($135–$721)
HVAC System Install $6,307 ($3,604–$10,812)
Roof Repair $901 ($360–$1,802)
Roof Replacement $8,109 ($4,956–$13,515)
View all 25 services

Legal

Divorce (Uncontested) $1,352 ($451–$3,154)
Divorce (Contested) $13,515 ($4,505–$27,030)
DUI Defense $4,505 ($1,802–$9,010)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7) $1,352 ($721–$2,703)
Will Preparation $451 ($180–$901)
Trust Preparation $2,253 ($901–$4,505)
View all 12 services

Personal Care

Men's Haircut $23 ($14–$41)
Women's Haircut $50 ($27–$90)
Hair Coloring (Full) $135 ($68–$225)
Manicure $23 ($14–$41)
Pedicure $36 ($23–$59)
Massage (1 Hour) $72 ($45–$117)
View all 12 services

Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon) $3.69 ($2.70–$4.96)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen) $3.15 ($2.25–$4.51)
Loaf of Bread $3.42 ($2.25–$4.96)
Chicken Breast (per lb) $4.05 ($2.70–$5.86)
Ground Beef (per lb) $4.96 ($3.60–$6.76)
Rice (per lb) $0.90 ($0.54–$1.62)
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Utilities

Electricity (Monthly) $126 ($72–$225)
Natural Gas (Monthly) $63 ($27–$135)
Water/Sewer (Monthly) $63 ($36–$108)
Internet (Monthly) $63 ($36–$90)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly) $59 ($27–$90)
Cable TV (Monthly) $77 ($45–$135)
View all 8 services

Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown) $180 ($68–$451)
Car Insurance (Annual) $1,802 ($1,081–$3,154)
Bus Pass (Monthly) $63 ($27–$117)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride) $14 ($7.21–$23)
Car Registration (Annual) $90 ($27–$225)
Driver's License Renewal $27 ($14–$68)
View all 8 services

Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly) $1,081 ($541–$2,253)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly) $901 ($451–$1,802)
After-School Care (Monthly) $360 ($180–$631)
Tutoring (Per Hour) $45 ($23–$90)
SAT/ACT Prep Course $901 ($360–$2,253)
Private School (K-12, Annual) $11,263 ($4,505–$27,030)
View all 8 services

Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup) $54 ($27–$90)
Dog Vaccination (Annual) $90 ($45–$180)
Dog Grooming $54 ($27–$90)
Pet Boarding (Per Night) $36 ($18–$68)
Dog Spay/Neuter $270 ($135–$451)
Cat Spay/Neuter $180 ($90–$360)
View all 9 services

Childcare

Center-Based (monthly)
Infant$804
Toddler$717
Preschool$625
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant$565
Toddler$471
Preschool$471
Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Shawnee County

Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).

Industry Jobs Establishments Avg Annual Pay Location Quotient
Health Care & Social Assistance 17,852 620 $63,597 1.25
Retail Trade 8,599 511 $34,473 0.87
Manufacturing 8,198 146 $70,765 1.01
Accommodation & Food Services 7,236 347 $21,642 0.80
Administrative & Waste Services 6,037 484 $45,716 1.03
Finance & Insurance 5,437 352 $98,526 1.35
Professional & Technical Services 5,381 869 $75,749 0.78
Construction 4,490 421 $70,728 0.86
Transportation & Warehousing 3,556 122 $57,250 0.85
Other Services 3,226 380 $50,352 1.08
Wholesale Trade 2,667 281 $88,857 0.68
Management of Companies 1,231 30 $136,515 0.74
Information & Technology 946 127 $74,054 0.51
Real Estate 889 191 $48,693 0.58
Arts & Entertainment 845 49 $19,331 0.51
Educational Services 602 64 $35,506 0.29
Utilities 466 8 $117,101 1.23
Mining & Oil/Gas 58 5 $77,941 0.15
Agriculture & Forestry 37 11 $37,911 0.05

Schools in Silver Lake

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Silver Lake Elem Elementary 362 28 12.9:1
Silver Lake Jr-Sr High High 330 32 10.3:1
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Radio Stations near Silver Lake

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Campgrounds Near Silver Lake

14 campgrounds found near Silver Lake.

NameRatingSitesPrice
LONGVIEW 5.0/5 2 $50–$125
PERRY 5.0/5 2 $30
BLOOMINGTON WEST 4.7/5 1 $150
OUTLET (POMONA LAKE) 4.5/5 30 $22–$30
WOLF CREEK (KS) 4.5/5 56 $14–$175
CARBOLYN PARK 4.4/5 26 $14–$20
BLOOMINGTON EAST 4.3/5 305 $14–$60
MICHIGAN VALLEY 4.2/5 81 $14–$60
Rockhaven Park Campground and Equestrian Area 4.2/5 24 $14–$20
ROCK CREEK (KS) 4.0/5 80 $16–$50
SLOUGH CREEK 4.0/5 173 $16–$50
Woodridge Park 4.0/5 16 $10
OLD TOWN 3.8/5 39 $12–$30
Bloomington Beach 3.5/5 4 $45

National Parks Near Silver Lake

10 national parks and monuments found near Silver Lake.

ParkTypeFee
Big Lake State Park State Park Free
Brown v. Board of Education National Historical Park National Historical Park Free
Hillsdale State Park State Park Free
Kaw River State Park State Park Free
Lewis And Clark State Park State Park Free
Perry State Park State Park Free
Pomona State Park State Park Free
Tallgrass Prairie National Preserve National Preserve Free
Tuttle Creek State Parks State Park Free
Weston Bend State Park State Park Free

Museums in Silver Lake

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
HISTORIC PRESERVATION PARTNERSHISTORIC PRESERVATION7852900072$10,986,513
KANSAS STATE HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION$1,375,732
KANSAS CHILDREN'S DISCOVERY CENTERCHILDREN'S MUSEUM7857838300$710,707
TOPEKA ZOOLOGICAL PARKZOO, AQUARIUM, OR WILDLIFE CONSERVATION7853689180$482,124
RAILROAD HERITAGEHISTORIC PRESERVATION701 N KANSAS AVE7852325533$286,259
COMBAT AIR MUSEUMHISTORY MUSEUM7016 SOUTHEAST FORBES AVENUE7858623303$118,577
ELLSWORTH COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY & MUSEUMHISTORIC PRESERVATION6425 SW 6TH AVENUE7852728681$72,084
MUSEUM OF THE KANSAS NATIONAL GUARDHISTORY MUSEUM6700 SW TOPEKA BLVD7858621020$61,232
TOPEKA HIGH SCHOOL HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION7852953150$56,887
KANSAS PRESERVATION ALLIANCEHISTORIC PRESERVATION$45,738
CEDAR CREST ASSOCIATIONHISTORIC PRESERVATION
CRANE OBSERVATORYSCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM7856701010
FREE STATE CAPITOLHISTORIC PRESERVATION
GAGE PARK MEMORIALHISTORIC PRESERVATIONP O BOX 7505727852863271
HEARTLAND ORTHDOX CHRISTIAN MUSEUMHISTORY MUSEUM7852723125
HOLLEY MUSEUM-MILITARY HISTORYGENERAL MUSEUM7852726204
ILIFF COMMONS SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
KANSAS STATE HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION500 N MISSION ST7852728681
MULVANE ART MUSEUMART MUSEUM7856701124
NORTH TOPEKA HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION620 NW LYMON RD7852728681
SEAMAN HIGH SCHOOL HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION4850 NW ROCHESTER ROAD7852868300
SHAWNEE COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATIONPO BOX 22017852346097
ST MARYS HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION8148346525
STARLAB PLANETARIUMSCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM520 NORWOOD
TOPEKA ZOOZOO, AQUARIUM, OR WILDLIFE CONSERVATION635 SW GAGE BLVD7853689180

Libraries in Silver Lake

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
TOPEKA AND SHAWNEE COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY1515 SW 10TH AVE0.0797,478
POTTAWATOMIE WABAUNSEE REGIONAL LIBRARY306 N. 5TH STREET0.041,548
ROSSVILLE COMMUNITY LIBRARY407 MAIN0.034,840
SILVER LAKE LIBRARY203 RAILROAD0.012,061

Farmers Markets in Silver Lake

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
21st Street Farmers MarketSW 21st and Oakley06/05/2015 to 10/30/2015Fri: 7:30 AM-12:00 PM;Yes
Auburn Farmers MarketAuburn Presbyterian Church04/29/2014 to 09/30/2014Tue: 1:00 PM-6:00 PM;Visit
Capitol Midweek Farmers Market10th and Jackson St05/17/2017 to 10/18/2017Wed: 7:30 AM-12:30 PM;YesVisit
Downtown Topeka Farmers Market, Inc.12th & Harrison St.04/08/2017 to 11/04/2017Sat: 7:00 AM-12:00 PM;YesVisit
Monday Farmers Market at your library1515 SW 10th Avenue05/14/2018 to 10/08/2018Mon: 7:00 AM-11:30 AM;Visit
Silver Lake Farmer's Market & Family Fun Fair203 Railroad Street06/07/2016 to 09/06/2016Tue: 6:00 PM-8:00 PM;Visit

Restaurants in Silver Lake

2 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Gambino's Pizza
La Victoria Mexican Restaurant

Veterinaries in Silver Lake

1 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

US #1128042485

Gas Stations in Silver Lake

2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Casey's General Store
Phillips 66

Banks in Silver Lake

1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Stockgrowers State Bank

Golf Courses in Silver Lake

1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Western Hill Golf Club

Breweries in Silver Lake

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Pepsi Co IncHome, Food And Kindred Products, Breweries, Cheese curls and puffs, recreation, Topeka, product, gro4236 S W Kirklawn Ave7852672600, 7852663786Visit
Strathman Sales Co IncBrewery2127 S E Lakewood Blvd7853548537
The Blind Tiger BreweryBars, Breweries, Brewery, Bar, Office, Brewery, Bar, and Office417 S W 37th St7852676759, (785) 267-6759Visit
Thirsty Monkey LiquorBrewery810 S E 15th St7853839013

Cell Towers in Silver Lake

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
13835 NW 54th St. (41807)GTOWER110
5881 SW 109th Street (41812)GTOWER102
1046 SW VALENCIA RD (Valencia #1A #9216)TOWER92
14621 US Hwy 75 (94196)LTOWER79
14621 US Hwy 75 (94196)LTOWER79
(North Topeka site) 3605 NW 14th St/E of Hwy 75GTOWER76
11214 Southwest 13th Street (66118)GTOWER59
6400 NW 75TH ST (66133)MTOWER48

Fire Stations in Silver Lake

NameAddressTypeActive FirefightersVolunteersPhone
Shawnee County Fire District #1218 W Railroad STMostly volunteer785-582-4667

Bridges in Silver Lake

LocationTypeKindYear BuiltLength (ft)Daily TrafficCondition
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous199915415,700G
SlabConcrete continuous198716213,050G
CulvertConcrete19992813,050G
CulvertConcrete19992813,050G
SlabConcrete continuous199916313,050G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous200215313,050G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete continuous199925312,650G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete continuous200025312,650G
SlabConcrete continuous200315012,100G
SlabConcrete continuous200315012,100G
CulvertConcrete1931353,160G
SlabConcrete1999281,465G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel20161171,150G
SlabConcrete200434780G
SlabConcrete continuous200582750G
CulvertConcrete195430750F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous2006223750G
CulvertConcrete200522478G
CulvertConcrete200529478G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete continuous2004280440G
SlabConcrete continuous2004102440G
CulvertConcrete193926440F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete continuous1994212440G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous1988253380G
SlabConcrete continuous1985202320G
SlabConcrete continuous2008123300G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous1999287229G
Arch (Thru)Concrete1930100200F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous2002541200G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel196441150G
SlabConcrete199934150G
CulvertSteel194128150F
CulvertConcrete193525126F
CulvertConcrete192925126F
Arch (Thru)Concrete1927136115P
SlabConcrete continuous1952122115F
Stringer/Multi-beamConcrete194026100F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete continuous2004178100G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous1995164100G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel198729100F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel198025100G
Tee BeamPrestressed concrete continuous197995100F
SlabConcrete continuous2015183100G
SlabConcrete19402290P
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19822590F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19612290P
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19814175F
SlabConcrete20219350G
SlabConcrete continuous200310150G
CulvertConcrete19943330G
CulvertConcrete20062125G
SlabConcrete continuous20067625G

Amtrak Stations in Silver Lake

1 Amtrak stations.

StationAddressType
Topeka, KS500 SE Holliday PlaceTRAIN

Airports Near Silver Lake

50 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Philip Billard Municipal AirportTOPMedium Airport
Topeka Regional AirportFOEMedium Airport
Amelia Earhart AirportSmall Airport
Atlas Ad Astra Adventure Resort AirportSmall Airport
Bent Nail Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Blackhawk AirportSmall Airport
Bland AirportSmall Airport
Buena Terra AirparkSmall Airport
Butell Farms AirportSmall Airport
Chanay AirportSmall Airport
Charles E Grutzmacher Municipal AirportSmall Airport
Cloud AirportSmall Airport
Cochran AirportSmall Airport
Coffman AirportSmall Airport
Converse Farm AirportSmall Airport
Cottonwood Falls AirportSmall Airport
Council Grove Municipal AirportSmall Airport
Deep Creek AirportSmall Airport
Dexter FieldSmall Airport
Dittemore FieldSmall Airport
Eibes AirfieldSmall Airport
Flory Private AirportSmall Airport
Flying H AirportSmall Airport
Flying T AirportSmall Airport
Fuller AirfieldSmall Airport
Get Away RunwaySmall Airport
Harrod AirportSmall Airport
Heinen AirportSmall Airport
Highland Farm AirportSmall Airport
Horton Municipal AirportSmall Airport
Hunninghake Aerial AirportSmall Airport
J V Ranch AirportSmall Airport
JMJ Landing AirportSmall Airport
Lawrence Municipal AirportLWCSmall Airport
Maxwell AirportSmall Airport
Michael AirportSmall Airport
Michael's AirportSmall Airport
Moore Short Field LandingSmall Airport
Norris AirportSmall Airport
Osage City Municipal AirportSmall Airport
Ottawa Municipal AirportSmall Airport
Patterson Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Pomona Lake AirportSmall Airport
Roberts Memorial AirportSmall Airport
Ronnebaum AirfieldSmall Airport
Sanders AirportSmall Airport
Seneca Municipal AirportSmall Airport
Sickler AirstripSmall Airport
Smith AirportSmall Airport
Snoopys AirportSmall Airport

Police Stations in Silver Lake

18 police stations.

StationAddressPhone
Auburn - Washburn Unified School District 437 Police Office
Auburn Police Department161 West 9th Street
Auburn Police Department150 West 9th Street
Central Community Center - Community Police Office
Community Police OfficeSoutheast Iowa Avenue
Hoyt Police Department
Kansas Highway Patrol Headquarters122 Southwest 7th Street
Kansas Highway Patrol Troop B Headquarters
Maple Hill Police Department
Mayetta Police Department
Prairie Band Potawatomi Tribal Police Department
Rossville Police Department527 Pearl Street
Saint Mary's Police Department
Shawnee County Parks Police Department
Shawnee County Sheriff's Office320 South Kansas Avenue
Silver Lake Police Department
Topeka Police Department320 South Kansas Avenue
Washburn University Police Department

Grocery Stores in Silver Lake

3 grocery stores.

StoreTypeAddress
CASEY'S GENERAL STORE 3580Convenience Store6741 SW 21ST ST
Caseys General Store 1196Convenience Store424 Chestnut St
Dollar General 30927Other10020 NW US Highway 24

Treatment Centers in Silver Lake

6 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Florence Crittenton Services of TopekaMental Health785-233-0516
Mirror Inc - Topeka Outpatient Recovery ServicesSubstance Abuse785-260-6688
Mirror Inc - Topeka ResidentialSubstance Abuse785-267-0561
New Dawn Wellness and Recovery Ctr IncSubstance Abuse785-266-0202
Sims Kemper Clinical Counseling and - Recovery ServicesSubstance Abuse785-233-0666
Topeka Treatment Center LLCSubstance Abuse785-266-4100

DOL Wage Violations in Silver Lake

1 employers with DOL wage violations totaling $18,687 in back wages owed to 46 employees.

1
Violations
$18,687
Back Wages Owed
46
Employees Owed
Data from the U.S. Department of Labor Wage and Hour Division (WHD) enforcement actions since FY 2005.
Employer Severity Parent Company ZIP Industry Cases Back Wages Per Employee Employees
Strunk Harvesting 66539 1 $18,687 $406 46

Churches & Religious Organizations in Silver Lake

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
FIRST BAPTIST CHURCHPO BOX 387
LAKESIDE BAPTIST CHURCHPO BOX 296

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Frequently Asked Questions About Silver Lake

What is the population of Silver Lake?

Silver Lake has a population of 1,549 residents and is located in Kansas. The population density is 2,766 people per square mile, spread across 0.6 square miles. The median age of residents is 39.7 years. The population is 46.3% female and 53.7% male.

Is Silver Lake expensive to live in?

Silver Lake is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 90.1 / below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $56,857, 24% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $168,900 (40% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $877 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 3x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Silver Lake safe?

The violent crime rate in Silver Lake is 510 per 100,000 residents, above the national average of 380. Prospective residents should research specific neighborhoods, as crime rates can vary significantly within the city. Property crime occurs at a rate of 4,903 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Silver Lake receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Silver Lake?

Silver Lake has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winter temperatures average 29°F in January, while summers reach an average of 78°F in July. The area receives 302 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 37.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 39.

How is the job market in Silver Lake?

The job market in Silver Lake is very strong, with unemployment at just 0.3% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,156. There are 5,183 business establishments in the area, including 369 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 20 minutes, and 13.1% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Silver Lake?

The median home value in Silver Lake is $168,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $269,958. For renters, the median monthly rent is $877. Fair market rent is $753 for a 1-bedroom and $947 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 74.1%. The average annual property tax is $5,214.

How are the schools in Silver Lake?

Schools in Silver Lake score 5.5 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 35.9% of adults in Silver Lake hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 98.5% have completed high school. 11.6% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Silver Lake?

The obesity rate in Silver Lake is 34.9% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 13.5% of adults are smokers. 19.6% are physically inactive. 24.9% of residents report depression. 6.6% lack health insurance (below the national rate). 87.1% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,371.

What is transportation like in Silver Lake?

The average commute in Silver Lake is 20 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 78.7% of workers drive alone to work, and 13.1% work from home.

What are the demographics of Silver Lake?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Silver Lake is 95.7% White, 1.7% Hispanic or Latino. 99.6% of residents speak only English at home. 14.9% of the population are military veterans. 6.9% of residents have a disability. 98.4% have health insurance coverage.

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