Kansas
Located right in the geographic center of the United States, Kansas is known as “America’s Breadbasket,” producing one-fifth of all wheat grown in the nation. Besides agriculture, major industries include energy and aerospace, and three top universities are Kansas, Kansas State and Wichita State. The state’s terrain consists of forests, mountain ranges and prairies.
Quick Facts About Kansas
- Median Household Income
- $71,470
- Average Property Tax
- $2,643
- State Population
- 2,955,396
- Sales Tax Rate
- 6.5 %
- State Income Tax
- 3.10%%
- Median Monthly Rent
- $772
Places We Love In Kansas
Cities in Kansas on Livability.com
- Abilene, KS
- Andover, KS
- Arkansas City, KS
- Atchison, KS
- Augusta, KS
- Baldwin City, KS
- Basehor, KS
- Bel Aire, KS
- Bonner Springs, KS
- Chanute, KS
- Coffeyville, KS
- Colby, KS
- Concordia, KS
- De Soto, KS
- Derby, KS
- Dodge City, KS
- El Dorado, KS
- Emporia, KS
- Eudora, KS
- Fort Riley, KS
- Fort Scott, KS
- Garden City, KS
- Gardner, KS
- Great Bend, KS
- Hays, KS
- Haysville, KS
- Hutchinson, KS
- Independence, KS
- Iola, KS
- Junction City, KS
- Kansas City, KS
- Lansing, KS
- Lawrence, KS
- Leavenworth, KS
- Leawood, KS
- Lenexa, KS
- Liberal, KS
- Manhattan, KS
- McPherson, KS
- Merriam, KS
- Mission, KS
- Mulvane, KS
- Newton, KS
- Olathe, KS
- Ottawa, KS
- Overland Park, KS
- Paola, KS
- Park City, KS
- Parsons, KS
- Pittsburg, KS
- Prairie Village, KS
- Pratt, KS
- Roeland Park, KS
- Salina, KS
- Shawnee, KS
- Spring Hill, KS
- Tonganoxie, KS
- Topeka, KS
- Ulysses, KS
- Valley Center, KS
- Wellington, KS
- Wichita, KS
- Winfield, KS
Experiences & Adventures in Kansas
7 Pumpkin Patches to Add to Your Fall Bucket List
Whether you’re carving them or using them as decor, these pumpkin patches can’t be missed.
Where to Pick Pumpkins in Every State
We scoured all 50 states to pinpoint the perfect place to pick your pumpkin this Halloween season. Here's where to find them.
The Best Socially Distanced Travel Destination in Every State
From secret beaches to drive-through safaris, check out this list of our favorite destinations in every state — no plane rides or crowds required.
Food Scenes in Kansas
The Official Food of Each State in the U.S
Eat your way through America the beautiful with our guide to the official food of each state.
Kansas: Where to Live Now
Best Places To Live in Kansas
Plant roots and bloom in the Sunflower State. From booming "it" cities to small, artsy towns, discover the best places to live in Kansas.
Kansas: Love Where You Live
The Official 2022 State-Specific Gift Guide
This year we're taking 'shop local' to the next level with the best gifts from each state to give your loved ones.
9 Small Cities with Stellar Art Scenes
These small cities have a big impact when it comes to the arts.
8 US Towns That Make You Feel Like You’re in Europe
From Germany to Switzerland to Spain, here's where to go for a European getaway — no passport required.
