"Woke up this morning and drove to my hometown / Cuz I thought about the life that I should be living. / And I rise so early that the lights of the refinery / Were brightly glowing welcoming me home. / Welcome home. Welcome home." -- "McPherson, Kansas" by Aaron Lee Martin
Formed in 1872, McPherson, Kansas is located in the central part of the state and is the county seat of McPherson County. As of the 2010 census, the city population was 13,155. Regularly included in the book "100 Best Small Towns in America" by author Norman Crampton, McPherson residents of all ages enjoy a excellent quality of life in this calm, unassuming and friendly community.
Moving to McPherson is as simple as securing the appropriate accommodations, packing up your stuff and making the leap
"Woke up this morning and drove to my hometown / Cuz I thought about the life that I should be living. / And I rise so early that the lights of the refinery / Were brightly glowing welcoming me home. / Welcome home. Welcome home." -- "McPherson, Kansas" by Aaron Lee Martin
Formed in 1872, McPherson, Kansas is located in the central part of the state and is the county seat of McPherson County. As of the 2010 census, the city population was 13,155. Regularly included in the book "100 Best Small Towns in America" by author Norman Crampton, McPherson residents of all ages enjoy a excellent quality of life in this calm, unassuming and friendly community.
Moving to McPherson
Moving to McPherson is as simple as securing the appropriate accommodations, packing up your stuff and making the leap. Most landlords will require some sort of lease to be signed and a deposit to be made in order to secure the rental property.
McPherson offers every type of apartment rental, including one- and two-bedroom apartments, with a variety of amenities to choose from. If you would prefer to find a house to rent in McPherson, those are also available, mainly as one-bedroom, two-bedroom and three-bedroom houses for rent, although a few may have even more bedrooms. Just about any rental property in McPherson can be found, including but not limited to pet-friendly and all bills paid.
McPherson Neighborhoods
If you are considering a move to McPherson, you needn't worry about the quality of the schools or the neighborhoods. Go ahead, exhale. McPherson prides itself on the high quality of local schools and the low crime rate, no matter what neighborhood you live in.
City Center: The majority of the apartment complexes and rental homes are located near the City Center. If you're looking to rent, this is your place! You'll like it, too, since the area has great restaurants and shops. Satisfy your craving for some ribs or brisket at Woodie's BBQ Shack.
Southwestern McPherson: Southwestern McPherson is a mixed bag. On the one hand, you've got residential neighborhoods. On the other, you've got an airport, which is loud. You'll find good prices here thought and proximity to the airport means an escape is just minute away!
Northeastern McPherson: This is a scenic part of town. There aren't too many properties to rent here, but there is the beautiful Lakeside Park!
Living in McPherson
Since McPherson county is situated in the midst of one of the most fertile and productive agricultural regions in the U.S., this area is renowned for strong agricultural production (fresh produce, anyone?). Since McPherson is conveniently located at the intersection of I-135 Interstate and US 56 Highway, residents also have easy access to "big city" amenities by traveling 50 miles south to the city of Wichita, 34 miles north to Salina or 28 miles south to Hutchinson.
Want a sniff of that fresh Kansas air? McPherson is an ideal location for outdoor activities due to its many parks, museums, sporting facilities, recreational sites and cultural events. Nearby Kanopolis State Park is a popular destination for camping, fishing, swimming and water sports.
The climate in McPherson is seasonal, with an average of 224 sunny days per year and an average of 30 inches of rain and 15 inches of snowfall. The average temperature ranges from 16 to 92 throughout the year, but, as any native Kansan will affirm, there is never a dull moment as far as Kansas weather is concerned. In other words, don't be surprised if it snows in April or gets up to 115 in July. The thunderstorms in Kansas can be awesome, and tornadoes are frequent. Oh, you're not a storm chaser, you say? No worries -- although these fits of mother nature are often sighted, they rarely touch down or cause any damage. That being said, it is important to have a basement or storm shelter wherever you choose to live, just in case.
The cost of living in McPherson is reasonable and the quality of life is high. If you decide to move to this lovely, low-key town, you will find yourself surrounded by down-to-earth, gracious people in a relaxing atmosphere that will allow you to enjoy life to the fullest.
