Living in Kansas

#39 in population growth

Should you move to Kansas?

Kansas, the Sunflower State, offers a heartland lifestyle marked by authentic charm, strong community bonds, and a robust economy. From the vibrant city life of Wichita to the sweeping plains that inspired America’s heartland image, Kansas offers a unique blend of experiences.

Kansas’s economy is diverse, with significant contributions from agriculture, aerospace, and advanced manufacturing. Wichita, the state’s largest city, is known as the “Air Capital of the World” due to its significant presence in aircraft manufacturing and design.

Life in Kansas offers a blend of urban and rural experiences. Enjoy the urban amenities of cities like Wichita and Kansas City, with their flourishing arts scenes, culinary delights, and sporting events. At the same time, the state’s rural charm is evident in the rolling wheat fields, the impressive flint hills, and star-filled night skies. Outdoor enthusiasts will appreciate exploring the Tallgrass Prairie National Preserve or fishing in one of the state’s many lakes.

Kansas is also dedicated to quality education, with strong public schools and higher education institutions like the University of Kansas and Kansas State University.

So, if you’re looking for a state that offers a balanced lifestyle, a resilient economy, and a commitment to education, Kansas might be your next destination. Just be prepared to embrace the state’s unpredictable weather, where it’s not uncommon to experience all four seasons in a single day!

#35 in population

Population

2,937,150

National Avg 6,652,315

#10 in population

Population Per Square Mile

36

National Avg 206.5 persons/square mile

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How Does Kansas Score?

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Home Affordability
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Cost of Living
C
Diversity

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Climate

How Does Kansas Compare?

#8
in Sunny Days
#36
in Annual Rainfall
#37
in Daytime Humidity

Healthcare

#30

How Does Kansas Compare?

#30
in Healthcare
#47
in Available Beds
#27
in Doctors Per Resident

1

Children's Hospitals

3

VA Medical Centers

14

VA Clinics

Kansas Marijuana Laws

Cost of Living

#3

How Does Kansas Compare?

#3
in Cost of Living
#31
in Minimum Hourly Wage
#21
in Living Wage

Kansas State Taxes

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Education in Kansas

#38

Kansas School Districts

8th Grade Proficiency (2022)

Ranked #28 in Mathematics

Basic Proficiency

61%

Proficient or Above

23%

Ranked #39 in Reading

Basic Proficiency

67%

Proficient or Above

26%

Education Attainment

High School Degree
91.6%
Bachelors Degree
34.4%

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Places (Cities & Towns)

Get to Know Kansas

State Capital

Topeka

Area Codes

316, 620, 785, 913

Time Zone

Central Time Zone, Mountain Time Zone

Number of Counties

105

Land Area (square miles)

81,759

Motto

Ad astra per aspera (To the stars through difficulties)

State Bird

Western meadowlark

Housing

#8
#8 in home affordability

Median Home Value

$177,400

National $440,300

#17 in rent affordability

Median Rent

$912

National $1,702

Average Homeownership cost

$545

Taxes, Insurance, Utilities, HOA (no mortgage)

Total Households

1,139,738

Persons Per Household

2.51

Rent vs Own

Own 66.6%
Rent 33.4%

Economy

#30 in household income

Median Household Income

64,521

National $70,784

#12 in labor participation
% in Labor Force
65.8%
Poverty Rate
11.7%

Industries by Revenue

in $1,000s

Health & Social Assistance Revenue

$21,439,699

Accomodations & Food Revenue

$5,907,501

Transportation & Warehousing Revenue

$7,839,739

Per Capita Retail Sales

13,514

Counties

Diversity

#32
White alone
85.9%
Black or African American alone
6.2%
American Indian and Alaska Native alone
1.2%
Asian alone
3.2%
Native Hawaiian and Other Pacific Islander alone
0.2%
Two or More Races
3.3%
Hispanic or Latino
13%
White alone, not Hispanic or Latino
74.3%

Foreign Born Persons

7%

Veterans

167573

Persons Under 5 years
6%
Persons Under 18 years
23.5%
Persons 65 years and over
17.2%

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