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Mulvane, Kansas

Introduction to Mulvane, Kansas

Mulvane, Kansas, in Sedgwick county, is located 15 miles S of Wichita, Kansas. The city is considered part of the Wichita metropolitan area. Mulvane has a population of 5,155.

Mulvane History

Mulvane was founded in the year 1879 at the intersection of five Santa Fe rail lines. The City is located in the Summer County in the Wichita metro area. The city of Mulvane was named after Joab R. Mulvane who came to Kansas City in the year 1876. He left a lasting impression in the history of Mulvane as he developed business in this area by bringing shipping logistics and by building several rail roads. In fact, Mr. Mulvane was responsible for the developing the Junction City.

Mulvane and nearby Attractions

  • El Dorado State Park
  • Wichita - Sedgwick County Historical Museum
  • Harvey County Historical Society Museum
  • Cobb Family Park
  • MacDonald Golf Course

Things To Do In Mulvane

During your stay in Mulvane, you can enjoy camping, fishing and boating at the El Dorado State Park. To learn more about the city’s history, tourists can visit the Harvey County Historical Society Museum. The MacDonald’s Golf Course lays natural rolling green meadow for the tourists to take a stroll. Mulvane also organizes various recreational programs and events throughout the year.

Mulvane Transportation

Air transport can be availed from Wichita Mid - Continent Airport.

Mulvane Higher Education

Higher education can be pursued through Wichita State University, Newman University, Southwestern College, and Friends University.

High Points

Mulvane strengths, compared to Peers (similar size places nationally) or State (other places in Kansas):

CategoryTrophy
Low Rate of Poverty
(vs. State)
Top 8%Mulvane Low Rate of Poverty
Median Family Income
(vs. State)
Top 9%Mulvane Median Family Income
Well-Paid Single Women
(vs. State)
Top 12%Mulvane Well-Paid Single Women
People in Middle Class or Better
(vs. State)
Top 12%Mulvane People in Middle Class or Better
Well-Paid Single Men
(vs. State)
Top 15%Mulvane Well-Paid Single Men

Comparative Profile of Mulvane, KS

Comparing Mulvane to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in Kansas (State):

Ratings range from 1 (lowest) to 10 (highest).


The People

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Children Under 5 Years Old78
Well-Paid Single Men69
Male Share of the Population66
Well-Paid Single Women69
Female Share of the Population55
Senior Citizens42
Age of the Population43
Racial Diversity25

Families

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Portion of People Married99
Average Household Size89

Wealth

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
People Above Poverty910
Median Family Income710
People in Middle Class or Better79
College Educated Adults68

Commute & Sprawl

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Working at Home65
Walking and Biking to Work67
Short Commute Times52
Public Transportation Use14

Housing

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Housing Recently Built79
Affordability of Property Taxes62
Affordability of Rents62
People Living Alone42
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals35
Seasonal and Vacation Housing33

Crime

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Low Violent Crime77
Low Property Crime75
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