Independence

independenceIndependence has a strong industrial base, with targeted industries of Aerospace and Sheet Metal Fabrication.  With companies like Cessna Aviation, Kansas Aviation, Aviation Controls, VT Hackney, Matcor, and several other nationally known companies, its no wonder that business is growing in Independence. 

The unique charm of Independence makes it stand out among communities across America.  Home of the Little House on the Prairie (Laura Ingalls Wilder's childhood home), the Ralph Mitchell Park and Zoo,  and is home to one of Kansas' largest celebrations , Neewollah (Halloween spelled backwards).  You will find that the small town atmosphere of this Norman Rockwell esque community is truly a great place to call home for your family and business.

Independence has two main industrial parks with available acreage for your business.  The Airport Industrial Park is located southwest of the City and is currently home to various businesses including Cessna Aircraft and Kansas Aviation.  The West Laurel Industrial Park is located on the west side of the city with all infrastructure in place, so that your project is shovel ready.

Population

Total Population

8,372

Population
Growth Rate

-0.74%

Median Age

39

Diversity Index

47.300

Housing & Income

Households

3,527

Total Housing Units

4,252


Owner Occupied

2,242

Renter Occupied

1,285

Vacant

725

Median Home Value

$92,286


Average Home Value

$116,414

Income
Growth Rate

Median
Household Income

0.00%


Per Capita Income

2.85%

Income Projection

Median Household

$45,937 $50,652


Average Household

$59,510 $67,927


Per Capita

$25,105 $28,892

Workforce

Total Businesses

593

Total Employed

5,600

Workers 16+

4,034

2023 HealthCare / Social Assistance

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Businesses

67

Employed

1,047

2023 Retail Trade Businesses

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Businesses

82

Employed

887

2023 Public Administration

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Businesses

49

Employed

605

2023 Accommodation / Food Service

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Businesses

31

Employed

479

2023 Educational Services - Businesses

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Businesses

15

Employed

454

2023 Food Service / Drinking Est.

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Businesses

26

Employed

432

Some
High School

283

Graduated
High School

1,398

Associates
Degree

782

Bachelor's
Degree

835

Graduate
Degree

531

Average Commute Time

0 min.



Resident Commuters

3,500

Non-Resident Commuters

381

Drive Alone

3,336

Carpooled

434

Public

0

Work At Home

104