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.

If you are exploring the idea of starting or expanding a business, no matter how small or large, in the Independence area, click here to provide some brief information so that we may assist you: New or Expanding Business Inquiry Form

Population

Total Population

8,328

Population
Growth Rate

-0.76%

Median Age

40

Diversity Index

47.100

Source: ESRI, 2024-09-18

Housing & Income

Households

3,540

Total Housing Units

4,299


Owner Occupied

2,277

Renter Occupied

1,263

Vacant

759

Median Home Value

$97,933


Average Home Value

$124,012

Income
Growth Rate

Median
Household Income

0.00%


Per Capita Income

3.04%

Income Projection

Median Household

$50,198 $53,807


Average Household

$63,714 $72,126


Per Capita

$27,113 $31,493

Source: ESRI, 2024-09-18

Workforce

Total Businesses

604

Total Employed

5,988

Workers 16+

3,958

2024 HealthCare / Social Assistance

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Businesses

73

Employed

1,061

2024 Retail Trade Businesses

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Businesses

77

Employed

847

2024 Manufacturing Businesses

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Businesses

23

Employed

801

2024 Public Administration

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Businesses

49

Employed

627

2024 Accommodation / Food Service

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Businesses

31

Employed

475

2024 Educational Services - Businesses

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Businesses

16

Employed

462

Some
High School

298

Graduated
High School

1,543

Associates
Degree

789

Bachelor's
Degree

817

Graduate
Degree

581

Average Commute Time

14 min.



Resident Commuters

3,424

Non-Resident Commuters

422

Drive Alone

3,207

Carpooled

465

Public

0

Work At Home

135

Source: ESRI, 2024-09-18