Kansas City
RANK #123 / 996 NAT · #4 / 10 KS · POP 167,989
1YR FORECAST: +1.2%
5YR OUTLOOK: +35%
Wyandotte County, Kansas, is distinguished by its unified government, merging city and county functions, and its position as a historical gateway. Located in eastern Kansas, it forms part of the larger Kansas City metropolitan area, with downtown Kansas City, Missouri, a short commute away. The community offers a blend of urban and suburban living, with notable towns like Bonner Springs and Edwardsville alongside Kansas City, Kansas. Outdoor recreation is accessible at Wyandotte County Lake and Park, featuring a 400-acre lake, wooded areas, trails for hiking and biking, and picnic spots.
Life in Wyandotte County is characterized by its diversity and a focus on community. Public transportation, including RideKC bus services, connects residents throughout the county and to the wider metropolitan area. The public school system includes Sumner Academy of Arts and Science, which has received national recognition. The local economy is experiencing growth driven by investments in healthcare, manufacturing, and logistics. The University of Kansas Health System, a major employer, continues to expand its facilities within the county.
Below national median
Below national median
Below-average climate & terrain
Housing looks undervalued at 1.9x — home prices are low relative to local economic output. The typical U.S. county is 4–6x.
Estimated local headcount ranges. Larger employers shown as floor + "+"; smaller employers show exact counts where reported.
Source: Redfin · Census BPS — Browse sales on Redfin →
Source: CDC/NCHS vital statistics via County Health Rankings (2020–2022 avg). Rates per 100,000 population. Grade based on homicide rate relative to national average (~6.3). Learn more →
Source: EPA Air Quality System (2021–2023). Grade based on 3-year average median AQI. Learn about AQI →
| PROJECT | AMOUNT | STATUS |
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Red Wolf DCD Properties Data Center Campus (Project Red Wolf)
Red Wolf DCD Properties LLC
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$12,600M | Planned |
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Project Yardbird Data Center Campus
PowerTransitions
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$500M | Proposed |
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East Side Energy Storage (300MW BESS)
East Side Energy Storage
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$300M | Planned |
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American Royal Complex
American Royal
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$165M | Under Construction |
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Turner Logistics Center
NorthPoint Development
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$125M | Operating |
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Homefield Wyandotte County Project
HFS KCK, LLC (Homefield)
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$50M | Under Construction |
Source: public records, news, corporate announcements. Amounts are estimates where noted.
Bars show percentile rank among all 996 counties.
Wyandotte County ranks #123 out of 996 U.S. counties on the Boom Town Index with a score of 88/100, putting it in the top tier nationally. Job growth of +2.9% and a median household income of $57,771 point to a county with active economic momentum.
By national standards, Wyandotte County is quite affordable. Homes here have a median value of $139,800, and the income-to-home-value ratio of 0.41 is well above the U.S. average — especially with median rent at just $1,043/month. Residents can generally buy a home without being cost-burdened.
Employers in Wyandotte County are hiring — job growth of +2.9% — but the population is close to flat (-0.2% YoY). Home values moved +1.1% over the past year. Labor demand is outpacing local population growth, which tends to tighten wages and housing.
There's a moderate stream of newcomers. About 3.34% of residents moved from another state, which is above average and suggests Wyandotte County has appeal as a relocation destination — though it's not among the highest-inflow counties nationally.