| | Hays, KS | Hutchinson, KS | United States |
| Overall | 80.4 | 72.7 | 100 |
| Food & Groceries | 98.1 | 93.0 | 100 |
| Health | 104.6 | 102.2 | 100 |
| Housing | 67.7 | 36.9 | 100 |
| Median Home Cost | $224,100 | $125,500 | $338,100 |
| Utilities | 10,040.0% | 11,010.0% | 10,000.0% |
| Transportation | 58.5 | 64.0 | 100 |
| Miscellaneous | 120.1 | 92.7 | 100 |
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Pros:
1. Low crime rate
2. Low cost of living and housing
3. Affordable place to live
4. Good school system
5. A good place to live and raise a family
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2 Reviews
I visited Hutchinson for the first time yesterday and after that experience I stated that I would not go back. I have heard so many people say that Hutchinson was ugly, More
Sorry guys, if you are looking for a well rounded community with lots to do you may want to stear clear of "Hutch" as the locals call it. Religion is still preached in More
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