RANK #513 / 996 · POP 167,989 · KS
PROJECTED GROWTH: +0.7%
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.
Source: Redfin · Census BPS — Browse sales on Redfin →
| 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 has a Boom Town Index score of 48/100, ranking #513 among 996 U.S. counties. With job growth at +2.9% and a median household income of $57,771, it faces some economic headwinds compared to faster-growing counties.
The median home value in Wyandotte County is $139,800 with median rent at $1,043/month. The income-to-home-value ratio is 0.4132, which is more affordable than the national average.
Population growth: -0.2% year-over-year. Job growth: +2.9%. Home values changed +1.1% in the past 12 months.
Yes — 3.34% of Wyandotte County's population moved from another state, which is above the national average and indicates strong in-migration.