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Retirement Living In Lansing - Kansas


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Area Description

Our city has a small town atmosphere, but is within 30 minutes or so of downtown Kansas City, Johnson County, Lawrence, Ft. Leavenworth, interstate highways and Kansas City International Airport. The cost of living is very affordable, and we are in the hills near the Missouri River, near many historic locations.

Region Characteristics



Area Amenities

Things to Do, Recreation & Fitness


    Many amenities are nearby. We are next to Leavenworth, and Kansas City, Johnson County and Lawrence are only a 30 minute drive away.

Cultural Activities


Kansas City has become a cultural destination, and there are events throughout northeast Kansas.

Public transportation


An international airport, Union Station and Greyhound bus station are within 30 minutes of Lansing. The Kansas City area has various bus and trolley services, some are free.

Medical Facilities


There are small hospitals in Leavenworth, and large hospitals are within a half hour.


What Will The Climate And Weather Be Like If I Retire In Lansing, Kansas?

For those of you that retire in Lansing, you will enjoy warm summers, a cool fall, a cold winter and a temperate spring!

Winter temperatures are cold with averages in the low 30's and highs in the low 40's. Nights are cold with lows in the low 20's. Expect some rainy days in the winter. Assume a few days of snow with some days having snow remaining on the ground.

If the weather in the spring is too cold for the outdoors, enjoy some indoor activities in Lansing such as a movie, a visit to a museum, dining, nightlife or some shopping. Spring temperatures are cool with averages in the mid 50's and highs in the mid 60's. Nights are cold with lows in the low 40's. Expect some rainy days in the spring.

Summertime in Lansing is a great time to enjoy your retirement with a day at the lake, an outdoor concert, a local festival or other outdoor activity! Summer temperatures are warm with averages in the mid 70's and highs in the upper 80's. Nights are mild with lows in the mid 60's. Expect some days above 90°. Humidity may feel "sticky" with muggy evenings. Expect some rainy days in the summer.

If you retire in Lansing, you can look forward to fall weather activities such as biking on a bike path, hiking, enjoying a walking path and more! Fall temperatures are cool with averages in the mid 50's and highs in the upper 60's. Nights are cold with lows in the mid 40's. Expect some rainy days in the fall.

Monthly Temperature Ranges

 Month  Low  Avg  High
 Jan  19 F°  29 F°  39 F°
 Feb  23 F°  34 F°  44 F°
 Mar  33 F°  44 F°  55 F°
 Apr  43 F°  54 F°  66 F°
 May  54 F°  65 F°  75 F°
 Jun  63 F°  74 F°  84 F°
 Jul  68 F°  78 F°  89 F°
 Aug  66 F°  77 F°  88 F°
 Sep  57 F°  68 F°  79 F°
 Oct  45 F°  56 F°  68 F°
 Nov  33 F°  43 F°  54 F°
 Dec  22 F°  31 F°  41 F°

Monthly Average # of Hot and Cold Days

 Month  Days Greater Than 90 F°  Days Less Than 32 F°  Days Less Than 0 F°
 Jan  0  28  2
 Feb  0  22  1
 Mar  0  16  0
 Apr  0  4  0
 May  0  0  0
 Jun  5  0  0
 Jul  13  0  0
 Aug  12  0  0
 Sep  3  0  0
 Oct  0  3  0
 Nov  0  15  0
 Dec  0  26  1

Rain & Humidity

 Month  Rainfall  Rainy Days  Humidity
 Jan  1 "  5  21 %
 Feb  1 "  6  24 %
 Mar  3 "  8  32 %
 Apr  4 "  10  42 %
 May  5 "  11  53 %
 Jun  6 "  10  63 %
 Jul  5 "  8  67 %
 Aug  4 "  8  66 %
 Sep  5 "  8  58 %
 Oct  4 "  8  45 %
 Nov  2 "  7  35 %
 Dec  2 "  6  25 %

Snow

 Month  Snowfall  Snow On Ground Days  Snowy Days
 Jan  4 "  7  3
 Feb  5 "  5  3
 Mar  2 "  1  1
 Apr  0 "  0  0
 May  0 "  0  0
 Jun  0 "  0  0
 Jul  0 "  0  0
 Aug  0 "  0  0
 Sep  0 "  0  0
 Oct  0 "  0  0
 Nov  1 "  0  1
 Dec  5 "  5  3


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Cost of Living for Lansing, KS

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Senior Housing Options

There are many living options available in the area.

Senior Assistance in Lansing, KS

Lansing, Kansas offers the following assistance for seniors:
A wide range of care and services are available to seniors.

What Job or Volunteer Opportunities Does Lansing Offer For Retirees?

There are many volunteer and civic-minded organizations that would love to have additional help.

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