RANK #579 / 996 · POP 522,700 · KS
PROJECTED GROWTH: +0.4%
The Keeper of the Plains, a 44-foot steel sculpture where the Big and Little Arkansas rivers meet in Wichita, stands as a prominent landmark in Sedgwick County. This south-central Kansas county, with Wichita as its largest city and county seat, is noted for its flat terrain. Commutes within the county are generally short, with an average travel time of 19.3 minutes. Public transportation, including Wichita Transit bus services and specialized options for seniors and individuals with disabilities, connects residents across the county and to neighboring communities. Outdoor recreation opportunities include the Sedgwick County Zoo, one of the nation's largest, and numerous parks with walking paths and green spaces.
Life in Sedgwick County offers a blend of urban amenities and smaller community atmospheres. The county is home to a diverse population, with many families and young professionals. Public schools in the county are generally above average, with 20 unified school districts, private institutions, and Catholic schools. The economy has historical ties to aviation, with companies like Cessna and Learjet having a presence. Recent economic developments focus on regional growth and an enhanced quality of life, with ongoing investments in infrastructure and community services.
Below national median
Above national median
Below-average climate & terrain
Below national median (13x)
Housing looks undervalued at 2.8x — home prices are low relative to local economic output. The typical U.S. county is 4–6x.
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| PROJECT | AMOUNT | STATUS |
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North Junction Freeway Project (I-135, I-235, K-254, K-96)
Kansas Department of Transportation (KDOT), Sedgwick County, City of Wichita
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$421M | Planned |
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Sedgwick County Solar
Undisclosed (Cleanview Pro required for developer)
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$202M | Planned |
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Sedgwick Battery/Storage
Undisclosed (Cleanview Pro required for developer)
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$152M | Planned |
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Sedgwick Solar
Undisclosed (Cleanview Pro required for developer)
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$130M | Planned |
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Amazon Fulfillment Center (Park City)
Amazon
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$100M | Completed |
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Amazon Last-Mile Delivery Station (Bel Aire)
Amazon
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$50M | Under Construction |
Source: public records, news, corporate announcements. Amounts are estimates where noted.
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Sedgwick County has a Boom Town Index score of 42/100, ranking #579 among 996 U.S. counties. With job growth at +1.3% and a median household income of $65,372, it faces some economic headwinds compared to faster-growing counties.
The median home value in Sedgwick County is $175,700 with median rent at $937/month. The income-to-home-value ratio is 0.3721, which is more affordable than the national average.
Population growth: +0.4% year-over-year. Job growth: +1.3%. Home values changed +1.6% in the past 12 months.
Yes — 2.16% of Sedgwick County's population moved from another state, which is above the national average and indicates strong in-migration.